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Speedy Moisture Testing Kits

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Speedy Moisture Testing Kits determine the moisture content as percent water of most soils in about 3 minutes. The measured sample is placed in the pressure chamber with calcium carbide reagent. The water in the soil and the reagent react to produce acetylene gas. The gauge reads the percent water content from 0-20% based on weight with an accuracy of 0.5%.

The Moisture Testing Kits comprise a pressure chamber with a dial gauge, scale, cleaning brushes, cloth, and measuring scoop packed in a sturdy case.

It is available in two sizes, 6 grams for fine-grained materials and powders and 20 grams for sand, aggregates, and lumpy materials. The reagent and calibration kit are available separately.

The original S-142 Speedy Moisture testing Kit is comprised of a sturdy, waterproof carrying case containing a large, highly polished pressure chamber for 20 g samples, a 200 g electronic balance, and other related items.

The new 20-gram Aqua-Check, S-142A, is similar but comes with a tough, wear-resistant coating instead of a polished canister and is economically priced.

DGSI maintains a full line of repair parts, accessories, and services for the Moisture Testing Kits.

Durham Geo Slope Indicator is an authorized repair and calibration facility for Speedy Moisture Devices.

Please refer to the ordering information tab below before making your selection.

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ModelDescription
S-14220 g Speedy 2000 w/200 g balance and plastic case
S-142A20 g Aqua-Check w/200 g balance and plastic case
S-1476 g Speedy 2000 w/200 g balance and plastic case
Related Items
S-144Calcium Carbide Reagent, 24 x 1-pint cans*
S-145Calibration Kit
S-14144Pulverisers, 1¼ in (3.2 cm)
S-14044Pulverisers, 5/8 in (1.6 cm)

Most Commonly Used Replacement Part

S-14001Top Screw
S-14005Rubber Washer
S-14012Gauge Type D.2 – 0-20%
S-14020Measuring Scoop
S-14022Cleaning Cloth
S-140306 g Brush
S-14117Brass Weight, 10 g
S-14130Large Brush
GW-205Replacement Scale for S-112
* Keep calcium carbide sealed and dry as it forms acetylene gas when wet. Use only in ventilated area. Shipment made only by surface/truck or authorized hazardous material carrier.
ModelDescription
VM-620Speedy® Moisture Tester Calibration (6 or 20 g version), per ASTM standard, (½ div.)
VM-625Speedy® Moisture Tester Calibration (6 or 20 g version) (1/4 division)

Applicable Standards

ASTM D 4944
AASHTO T-217

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