Rapid Chloride Permeability Tester
Product Code : EL-CTLE-10323
Rapid Chloride Permeability Tester (code EL-CTLE-10323) is a multi-port apparatus for measuring how readily chloride ions pass through hardened concrete, an indicator of the protection the concrete gives to embedded reinforcement. It takes concrete samples 100 mm in diameter and 50 mm thick, runs up to three of them at once, and each cell is sealed with a connecting rubber gasket and washers so that the connections do not leak.
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Specifications
| Parameter | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use | Chloride ion permeability testing of concrete samples |
| Testing facility | Multi-port |
| Sample size | 100 mm diameter × 50 mm thickness |
| Samples per run | Up to three at a time |
| Connections | Ready to use |
| Sealing | Connecting rubber gasket and washers on every cell to prevent leakage |
| Standards | ASTM C1202 and AASHTO T 277 (electrical indication of concrete's ability to resist chloride ion penetration); ASTM C 1760 (bulk electrical conductivity of hardened concrete) |
| Product code | EL-CTLE-10323 |
| Manufacturer | Engineering Lab Equipment, Ambala, Haryana, India |
What Is the Rapid Chloride Permeability Tester Used For?
Chlorides from de-icing salts or sea water that reach the reinforcing steel start corrosion, one of the most common causes of deterioration in concrete structures, so the resistance of concrete to chloride penetration is a key durability check. Slices 100 mm across and 50 mm thick are fitted between the cells, which are filled with the test solutions, and the electrical response of the concrete gives an indication of its ability to resist chloride ion penetration; mixes containing fly ash or silica fume normally show lower permeability. Up to three samples are tested together. The standards listed are ASTM C1202, AASHTO T 277 and ASTM C 1760.
What to Specify When Ordering
- Quantity — the number of test sets required.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size of concrete sample does the tester take?
It is designed for concrete samples of 100 mm diameter with a thickness of 50 mm, which are fitted between the test cells.
How many samples can be tested at one time?
The multi-port arrangement lets up to three samples be tested at the same time, which shortens the work when a series of specimens is to be assessed.
How are the cells kept from leaking?
Every cell is provided with a connecting rubber gasket and washers, which seal the joints around the sample and keep the test solutions from leaking.
Why does chloride penetration matter in concrete?
Chloride ions reaching the reinforcement cause the steel to corrode, a common attack that leads to deterioration of bridge deck overlays, parking garages, marine structures and other concrete works.
How do chlorides move through concrete?
They enter crack-free concrete by capillary absorption, hydrostatic pressure, diffusion and evaporative transport. Diffusion dominates when the chloride concentration outside the member exceeds that inside, and the rate depends mainly on the pore structure.
Which standards are listed for it?
The standards listed are ASTM C1202 and AASHTO T 277, both giving an electrical indication of resistance to chloride ion penetration, and ASTM C 1760 for bulk electrical conductivity of hardened concrete.
OEM Manufacturer
The Rapid Chloride Permeability Tester is made by Engineering Lab Equipment (Engineering Labs Equipment Pvt Ltd) at its works at Plot No. 43, Industrial Park, Sector 2, Growth Center, Saha, District Ambala, Haryana, India. The company designs, makes and tests concrete testing equipment, from workability apparatus and specimen moulds to compression and flexure machines for engineering colleges, polytechnics, technical training institutes and research laboratories in India and overseas, and can build equipment to an institution's own requirements. Tender and OEM enquiries are handled through the Tenders/OEM page.
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Request a Quote
For this and other concrete testing lab equipment, schools and colleges can contact Engineering Lab Equipment, a manufacturer, supplier and exporter based in Ambala, India. To ask for a quotation, send the number of test sets required and your delivery location through the contact page, or use the Add To Cart enquiry button on this page.
Last updated: October 2026
