Gilson’s Tamping Rods are used in the consolidation of fresh concrete specimens in test applications for the slump, air content, and strength in accordance with many ASTM and AASHTO standards. The stainless steel rods are corrosion-resistant, with hemispherical tips at both ends.

Call Sales at 1.800.544.7220 or use Ask Humboldt. Tamping rods are provided in models with standard rounded ends, puddling rods for use with concrete cylinder molds, and ideal for measuring amount of slump.

2024年8月6日 · A tamping rod is used to consolidate fresh concrete specimens in various test applications to measure slump, air content, and strength according to ASTM and AASHTO standards. It is made of stainless steel and has two hemispherical ends with tips at both ends.

The tamping rod is a round, straight steel rod used with concrete cylinder molds, slump cones and unit weight tests. It measures 5/8″ diameter by 24″ length. Both ends are rounded to a hemispherical tip.

The CAT#: GTR tamping rod is a round, straight steel rod used with concrete cylinder molds, slump cones, and unit weight tests. Measures 5/8" diameter by 24" length. Both ends are rounded to a hemispherical tip.

The tamping rod is a round, straight steel rod used with concrete cylinder molds, slump cones, and unit weight tests. Measures 5/8" diameter by 24" length. Both ends are rounded to a hemispherical tip.

Tamping rods are dimensionally accurate rods used to tamp fresh concrete into concrete cylinder molds and grout sample boxes to eliminate voids and excess air.

2024年8月6日 · In this guide, we examine how tamping rod specifications and materials affect testing, and provide practical advice for choosing and caring for your consolidation rod to extend its utility on the job site.

Both ends of the tamping rods are rounded to a hemispherical tip and are plated to prevent corrosion. The rods come in a variety of sizes. The most popular are the 3/8″ x 12″ for 4×8 cylinder testing and the 5/8″ x 24″ for air meter testing, unit weight & 6 x 12’s.

The tamping rod is a round, straight steel rod used with concrete cylinder molds, slump cones, and unit weight tests to eliminate air voids in concrete for test preparation. Measures 3/8" diameter by 12" length.