A. Product Overview

The Metrix Plus HT SOIL 01 Soil Hardness Tester Penetrometer is a portable field instrument used to evaluate the hardness and compaction of soil.

Soil compaction affects important soil characteristics such as water infiltration, permeability, aeration and plant root development. The HT SOIL 01 provides a practical method for assessing soil resistance directly in the field.

Key Features

The instrument is designed for field use and can be assembled and carried conveniently between different testing locations.

B. Working Principle

The HT SOIL 01 works as a universal soil penetrometer.

The measuring probe is pushed into the soil. As the probe penetrates the ground, the soil produces resistance against the probe.

The instrument measures this penetration resistance and uses it to evaluate the degree of soil compaction. Soil penetration resistance correlates with soil hardness, allowing the user to compare different areas or depths.

The basic measurement process is:

Insert probe into soil → Soil resists penetration → Penetration resistance is measured → Soil compaction and hardness are evaluated

Generally, a higher penetration resistance indicates more compacted or harder soil, while lower resistance indicates comparatively softer or less compacted soil.

The tester can evaluate soil conditions to a depth of up to 30 cm.

C. Why Is the HT SOIL 01 Used?

1. Measuring Soil Compaction

The primary purpose of the HT SOIL 01 is to determine how compact or hard the soil is.

2. Agricultural Soil Assessment

Excessive soil compaction can reduce water infiltration and affect fertilizer utilization, root development and plant growth. Measuring compaction helps farmers and agricultural professionals evaluate field conditions.

3. Soil Property Surveys

The instrument can be used during soil surveys to compare the hardness and penetration resistance of different soil locations.

4. Checking Soil Permeability Conditions

Compaction affects how easily water can move through the soil. Penetration resistance testing can therefore provide useful information when assessing soil conditions related to permeability.

5. Evaluating Soil Aeration

Highly compacted soil can reduce the amount of air available within soil spaces. Compaction testing can help identify areas where aeration may be restricted.

6. Construction Soil Testing

The instrument can be used for evaluating compacted soil in domestic, industrial and civil construction projects.

7. Road and Infrastructure Projects

Soil compaction assessment is useful in projects involving highways, railways and roads.

8. Water Management Projects

The HT SOIL 01 can also be used for soil assessment in irrigation canals, reservoirs, dams, drainage systems and water conservancy projects.

D. Suitable Buyers

The Metrix Plus HT SOIL 01 Soil Hardness Tester is suitable for professionals and organizations that need portable field measurement of soil compaction and penetration resistance.

Typical buyers include:

Farmers and Agricultural Professionals
For evaluating soil compaction that may affect crop growth, water infiltration and fertilizer utilization.

Agronomists
For studying soil physical conditions and agricultural land.

Soil Testing Laboratories
For field soil hardness and compaction investigations.

Agricultural Research Institutes
For conducting soil studies and comparative field measurements.

Horticulture Professionals
For evaluating soil conditions in gardens, nurseries, plantations and horticultural areas.

Civil Construction Companies
For checking compacted backfill soil and other construction soil conditions.

Highway Contractors
For soil assessment during road and highway projects.

Railway Infrastructure Contractors
For field assessment of soil used in railway infrastructure projects.

Irrigation Departments
For soil testing around irrigation canals and water management projects.

Dam and Reservoir Contractors
For evaluating soil conditions associated with dam and reservoir construction.

Geotechnical and Soil Survey Professionals
For field investigation of soil penetration resistance and compaction.

Airport Infrastructure Contractors
For soil assessment associated with airport runway engineering projects.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the Metrix Plus HT SOIL 01?

The Metrix Plus HT SOIL 01 is a portable soil hardness tester and penetrometer used to measure soil penetration resistance and evaluate soil compaction.

2. What is the measuring range of HT SOIL 01?

The HT SOIL 01 has a measuring range of 0 to 100 kg.

3. What is the maximum soil testing depth?

The tester can measure soil conditions at depths of up to 30 cm.

4. What does a soil hardness tester measure?

A soil hardness tester measures the resistance encountered when a probe penetrates the soil. This penetration resistance provides an indication of soil hardness and compaction.

5. How does the HT SOIL 01 measure soil compaction?

The probe is pushed into the soil, where the soil creates resistance against penetration. The instrument measures this resistance, which can be used to assess the degree of compaction.

6. Which types of soil can be tested?

The HT SOIL 01 is suitable for materials including:

Backfill soil
Clay
Sand
Mixed soil after rolling

7. Can HT SOIL 01 be used for agricultural applications?

Yes. Agricultural soil assessment is one of its important applications. It can help identify excessive soil compaction that may affect water infiltration, fertilizer utilization and crop growth.

8. Can it be used on farms?

Yes. Its portable design makes it suitable for field testing on farms and agricultural land.

9. What measurement units are available?

The HT SOIL 01 supports measurements in:

kg
g
lb
N

10. Does the HT SOIL 01 have a backlit display?

Yes. The instrument has a backlit display, making measurement values easier to read during field use.

11. Does it provide low battery indication?

Yes. A low battery indication feature is provided.

12. Does the instrument have data hold?

Yes. The HT SOIL 01 provides a maximum data hold function.

13. What is the accuracy of the HT SOIL 01?

The specified accuracy is less than 0.25 percent.