Important Notice: Our web hosting provider recently started charging us for additional visits, which was unexpected. In response, we're seeking donations. Depending on the situation, we may explore different monetization options for our Community and Expert Contributors. It's crucial to provide more returns for their expertise and offer more Expert Validated Answers or AI Validated Answers. Learn more about our hosting issue here.

How do I install a Jet Fill tensiometer?

April 26, 2017install jet tensiometer

0

Posted

How do I install a Jet Fill tensiometer?

1 Answer

0

Posted

Jet Fill tensiometers are readily installed in the soil by using conventional soil sampling tools. The body tube and porous sensing tip of the tensiometer 2.2 cm in diameter. Installation must be made so that the porous ceramic sensing tips in tight contact with the soil. The Model 240 Insertion Tools can be used in rock free soils. Standard 1/2″ (U.S.) steel pipe can also be used to drive a hole into the soil to accept the tensiometer. In rocky soils a soil auger can be used to core a larger hole and then the soil is sifted and packed around the porous ceramic tip to make good contact before the hole is back filled. The surface soil is tightly tamped around the body tube to seal surface water from entering.