Laboratory Shrinkage Limit Soil Set

Laboratory Shrinkage Limit Soil Set is an essential and high-precision soil testing kit designed to determine the maximum moisture content at which soil no longer shrinks upon drying. This test plays a crucial role in geotechnical engineering, soil classification, foundation design, and predicting soil behavior under moisture variations. Engineered with durable, laboratory-grade components, the Shrinkage Limit Set guarantees reliable, repeatable, and standards-compliant results in both field and laboratory environments.  

Model	2811090
Description	Laboratory Shrinkage Limit Soil Set
Weight	1.2 kg

Laboratory Shrinkage Limit Soil Set– Complete and High-Quality Soil Testing Solution

The Shrinkage Limit Set provides all the tools needed to determine the shrinkage limit of fine-grained soils, a key Atterberg Limit used to classify soil, estimate settlement potential, and predict volume change. Every component in the Shrinkage Limit Set is manufactured using durable, chemical-resistant, and lab-approved materials to ensure long-term performance and accurate measurement during repeated soil evaluations.

The set includes a shrinkage prong plate, shrinkage dishes, evaporating and crystallizing dishes, flexible spatula, and a graduated 25 mL glass cylinder, forming a comprehensive kit for moisture-content determination, drying, and volumetric measurement.

Why the Laboratory Shrinkage Limit Soil Set Is Essential for Soil Mechanics and Geotechnical Labs?

The Shrinkage Limit Set enables laboratories to measure the water content at which soil changes from a semi-solid state to a solid state without additional shrinkage. This property is critical in evaluating soils that may undergo swelling or contraction—a major factor influencing foundations, roads, embankments, retaining structures, and earthworks.

Using the Shrinkage Limit Set, geotechnical engineers gain a deeper understanding of:

• Soil volume stability

• Moisture–volume relationships

• Soil settlement behavior

• Plasticity characteristics

• Atterberg limits classification

This information contributes to safer, more reliable engineering design.

Components of the Laboratory Shrinkage Limit Soil Set

Every item in the Shrinkage Limit Set has been carefully selected to support precise and repeatable testing procedures. The complete Shrinkage Limit Set includes:

Shrinkage Prong Plate

• Made of durable plexiglass for long-lasting performance

• Features three metal prongs for leveling and smooth sample preparation

• Ensures uniform distribution of soil paste inside the shrinkage dish

The prong plate is essential for achieving consistent samples and accurate shrinkage limit readings.

Glass Evaporating Dish (Ø 120 mm)

• Flat-bottom design ensures uniform drying

• Laboratory-grade glass resists heat and chemicals

• Allows even moisture evaporation during the drying phase

Shrinkage Dishes – Ø 45 × 12.7 mm (Two Pieces)

• Precision-manufactured aluminum or brass (depending on model)

• Designed to shape soil samples with exact volume control

• Ensures repeatable and comparable test results

Crystallizing Dish – Ø 57 × 32 mm

• Used for holding mercury or water displacement medium

• Resistant to thermal changes and chemical exposure

• Enables accurate volume measurement of dried soil samples

Flexible Spatula

• Ideal for soil paste preparation and smooth placement into dishes

• Provides excellent control during sample leveling and mixing

Graduated 25 mL Glass Cylinder

• Clearly marked graduations for precision measurement

• Calibrated for volumetric accuracy

• Used for displacement measurements and water level readings

Shrinkage Limit Set – Optimized for Precision and Performance

The Shrinkage Limit Set is engineered to deliver consistent and reliable results across a wide range of soil types. Whether used for academic research, commercial testing, or construction quality control, this Shrinkage Limit Set ensures full compliance with soil testing standards.

Key Advantages:

• Durable, lab-grade construction for long service life

• High accuracy in moisture and volume measurement

• Complete kit designed for seamless workflow

• Suitable for all geotechnical testing environments

• Optimized for classroom, research, and field laboratories

 Applications of the Shrinkage Limit Set in Soil Mechanics

The Shrinkage Limit Set is widely used in:

• Geotechnical engineering laboratories

• Soil mechanics research facilities

• Construction material testing labs

• Civil engineering universities

• Foundation analysis and design

• Road and pavement engineering

• Earthworks and embankment evaluation

Its ability to determine soil’s volume-change characteristics makes it vital for infrastructure risk assessment.

Enhance Soil Analysis Accuracy with the Shrinkage Limit Set

By integrating the Shrinkage Limit Set into your laboratory workflow, you ensure high accuracy, improved repeatability, and enhanced data reliability when determining soil shrinkage characteristics. Each component contributes to superior testing performance, enabling better engineering decisions and stronger, safer designs.