Plate Bearing Test
Product Code : EL-STLE-10949
Quick Answer: The Plate Bearing Test apparatus is a model test used to determine the ultimate bearing capacity of foundations by applying a gradual increment of load to a steel plate and recording the corresponding settlement, in accordance with IS 1888 1962, ASTM D 1194 and BS 13779. The ultimate 50-ton bearing capacity is taken as the load up to which settlement increases at a rapid rate, and the test's results are calibrated and compared against those of other bearing-capacity determination methods.
A Plate Bearing Test is a model test used for foundations. It is used to determine the ultimate bearing capacity of the foundations by providing the load deformation characteristics: in this test, a gradual increment of load is applied on the steel plate and the respective corresponding settlement is captured. The ultimate 50 ton bearing capacity is taken as the load up to which the settlement increases at a rapid rate, with separate pumping. It is a standard defined technique used to determine the bearing capacity of the soil, which is calibrated and compared with the results of other methods against the values of the plate bearing test.
Specifications:- A pressure gauge (0 - 500KN x 0.5KN) and a flexible metal pipe, 5 mtr. long - 1 No.
- One special ball and socket for arrangement between the bearing plate and the jack - 1 No.
- One 5 mtr. long bridge support of welded steel angle construction.
- Dial Gauge 0.01mm x 25mm.
- 16 extension rods of 12 mm dia x 25 cm long, for taking dial gauge readings.
- 4 magnetic bases with a female thread on top to hold the extension rod.
- 4 top end plates of 50mm dia with male thread for positioning the dial gauge plunger and fitting onto the extension rods.
- 1 column of 15cm dia x 25cm long with flanges, complete with four bolts and nuts.
- 1 column of 15cm dia x 50cm long with flanges, complete with four bolts and nuts.
- Approx. 30 cm high span and stand, fitted with two quick-release clamps for positioning and holding the dial bracket (2).
- 60cm x 60cm square x 25mm thick plain M.S. plate.
- 45cm x 45cm x 25mm thick plain M.S. plate.
- 30cm x 30cm x 25mm thick plain M.S. plate.
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Last Updated: September 2026Related Products: Plate Load Bearing Test Apparatus, Proving Rings, Standard Penetration Test, Direct Shear Test Apparatus
