Particle Size Analysis Set, Pipette Method
Product Code : EL-STLE-10416
Particle Size Analysis Set, Pipette Method (code EL-STLE-10416) is an apparatus for finding the sub-sieve particle size distribution of a soil sample by mechanical analysis, expressed as the proportions by weight of the particle sizes present. A screw-driven sliding panel raises or lowers a 10 ml Anderson pipette, the depth of immersion is read on a scale in mm, and a 500 ml glass sedimentation tube is held below in a laboratory clamp.
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Specifications
| Parameter | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use | Determining the sub-sieve particle size distribution of a soil sample by mechanical analysis |
| Result | Proportions by weight of the various particle sizes present in the soil |
| Dispersion | Use of a dispersion agent recommended to avoid flocculation |
| Pipette movement | Sliding panel moved up and down by a screw, raising or lowering the Anderson pipette vertically |
| Depth scale | Graduated in mm, at the side of the sliding panel, for measuring depth of immersion |
| Tube holder | Laboratory clamp on the stand below the pipette |
| Supplied with | Anderson pipette 10 ml; glass sedimentation tube of 500 ml capacity; 50 test form pads |
| Standards | IS 2720 (Part IV), BS 1377:2 |
| Accessories and spares (extra cost) | |
| Pipettes | Sedimentation (Anderson) pipette 25 ml; sedimentation pipette 10 ml |
| Sedimentation tubes | 100 ml and 500 ml |
| Test forms | Pad of 50 |
| Supply | |
| Product code | EL-STLE-10416 |
| Manufacturer | Engineering Lab Equipment, Ambala, Haryana, India |
What Is the Particle Size Analysis Set, Pipette Method Used For?
The pipette method measures the fine silt and clay fractions that are too small to separate on sieves. Soil treated with a dispersion agent, so that the particles do not flocculate, is mixed into suspension in the sedimentation tube and left to settle. At set times the operator lowers the Anderson pipette to a depth read on the mm scale and draws off a small sample; the dried mass of each sample shows how much soil finer than a given size is still in suspension, and from these the distribution by weight is worked out. The standards listed are IS 2720 (Part IV) and BS 1377:2.
What to Specify When Ordering
- Quantity — the number of pipette analysis sets required.
- Spares — any extra 25 ml Anderson pipettes, 10 ml sedimentation pipettes, 100 ml or 500 ml sedimentation tubes and test form pads of 50.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the pipette method set measure?
It determines the sub-sieve particle size distribution of a soil sample by mechanical analysis, giving the proportions by weight of the different particle sizes present.
How is the pipette positioned in the suspension?
The Anderson pipette is fixed to a sliding panel that a screw moves up and down, and the depth of immersion is read on a scale graduated in mm beside the panel.
What comes with the set?
It comes with a 10 ml Anderson pipette, a glass sedimentation tube of 500 ml capacity and 50 test form pads, with the tube held by a laboratory clamp on the stand.
Why is a dispersion agent used?
A dispersion agent is recommended as standard procedure because it stops fine particles clumping together, or flocculating, which would make them settle faster and distort the result.
Which spares can be ordered?
At extra cost, spares include a 25 ml Anderson pipette, a 10 ml sedimentation pipette, sedimentation tubes of 100 ml and 500 ml, and test form pads of 50.
Which standards are listed for it?
The standards listed for the set are IS 2720 (Part IV) and BS 1377:2, both used for particle size analysis of soils.
OEM Manufacturer
The Particle Size Analysis Set, Pipette Method is made by Engineering Lab Equipment (Engineering Labs Equipment Pvt Ltd) at its works at Plot No. 43, Industrial Park, Sector 2, Growth Center, Saha, District Ambala, Haryana, India. The company designs, makes and tests soil testing equipment for classification, compaction, density, shear and consolidation tests for engineering colleges, polytechnics, technical training institutes and research laboratories in India and overseas, and can build equipment to an institution's own requirements. Tender and OEM enquiries are handled through the Tenders/OEM page.
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Request a Quote
For this and other soil testing lab equipment, schools and colleges can contact Engineering Lab Equipment, a manufacturer, supplier and exporter based in Ambala, India. To ask for a quotation, send the number of sets and any spare pipettes, sedimentation tubes or test form pads and your delivery location through the contact page, or use the Add To Cart enquiry button on this page.
Last updated: October 2026
