Hydrometer Method
Used to measure the specific gravity (or relative density) of liquids; that is, the ratio of density of the liquid to the density of water. Commonly use in determination of particle size analysis of soil.
Technical Specifications:
Model Number |
Standard ASTM/BS |
Specification |
Adjusted |
NL 7010 G / 001 |
BS1377: Part 2 |
Hydrometer Long Stem 0.995 – 1.030 g/ml (BS) |
20°C |
NL 7010 G / 002 |
ASTM151H |
Hydrometer Long Stem 0.995 – 1.038 g/ml (ASTM) |
68°F |
NL 7010 G / 003 |
ASTM152H |
Hydrometer Long Stem -5/60 g/litre (ASTM) |
68°F |