Automatic Digital Penetrometer – SMARTIP

Automatic Digital Penetrometer – SMARTIP

The SMARTIP Automatic Digital Penetrometer is a precision instrument engineered for determining the needle penetration value of bitumen and similar semi-solid materials. Fully automated and equipped with advanced displacement sensors and a 7” color touch screen, SMARTIP ensures high repeatability and eliminates operator error during penetration tests. Designed to comply with international standards such as ASTM D5, AASHTO T49, EN 1426, and more, this penetrometer is ideal for laboratory use in quality control, research, and specification testing.

Key Features of Automatic Digital Penetrometer – SMARTIP

• Fully Automatic Operation: One-touch testing process including needle positioning, zeroing, contact detection, and measurement.

• High-Precision Sensor: Contactless displacement transducer provides 0.01 mm resolution over a 0–50 mm range.

• Smart Touch Interface: 7” touchscreen with real-time penetration vs. time graph, test temperature display, and average result calculation.

• Programmable Settings: Adjustable test time (0–9999s), delay (0–999s), and up to 8 reference positions.

• Electromagnetic Needle Release: Ensures consistent, vertical needle drop without mechanical interference.

• Automated Return: Plunger automatically resets to the starting position after each test.

• LED Illumination: Integrated ultra-bright lamp enhances visibility of the needle contact point.

• USB & LAN Connectivity: Enables data export and integration with external systems or PCs.

• Optional Temperature Conditioning: Compatible with water bath and chiller units for precise specimen temperature control.

Applications

• Bitumen Penetration Testing: Determines the consistency and hardness of bituminous materials as per ASTM and EN standards.

• Asphalt Binder Quality Control: Ensures compliance with binder specifications for pavement performance.

• Temperature Sensitivity Analysis: Supports PG grading and assessment of modified binders.

• Material Classification: Suitable for waxes, greases, and paraffins in industrial quality control.

• Research & Development: Used for developing and evaluating new binder formulations and aging procedures.

Included Accessories

• Penetration needle

• Set of calibration weights (50 g, 100 g)

• Brass sample cups (55×35 mm and 70×45 mm)

• Touchscreen control interface

• Electromagnetic plunger release

• Real-time data display software

Optional Accessories

• Water Bath: For conditioning specimens at 25°C

• Water Chiller: For temperature control between 5°C and 30°C

• Automatic Measurement Device: For electrically conductive samples