Manual

Changing to a Compression Test Setup
This procedure has four major tasks:
1. Raise and lock the bell.
2. Change the force transducer (optional).
3. Install the spherical platen.
4. Plug the ports.
The following figure shows a Triaxial Cell setup for a compression test.
A Triaxial Cell Setup for a Compression Test
DescriptionItem
Upper Confining Fluid Port1
Force Transducer2
Insert and O-Ring3
Plugged Port4
Special Use Ports5
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