How can Concrete tester test the compression strength?

Concrete tester can test the compression strength up to 1500 Kn to test cubes till 150 mm sides and also cylinders of 160*320mm. Measuring compression strength is in fact one of the most important feature of a concrete tester. Testing the compressive strength helps in determining whether the product is meeting the specified requirement for strength or not. The sellers can determine when the product is ready for shipping and when to strip forms. Mix designs can also be evaluated with strength results if concrete testing. The amount of force required for breaking a concrete cylinder can be judged through compressive strength testing.

What are the various Steps of performing test for compression strength?

There are various steps:

·         The test cylinder is placed in concrete tester and a constant load in put on the cylinder till it breaks.

·         The applied load and the testing cylinder size helps in calculating the compression strength.

·         Concrete tester engineer in this respect must necessarily put the cylinder in central position, that is, amidst the loading plates. He must also apply the load or pressure at a constant rate.

·         Improper capping must be avoided to attain the authentic test results.