The profile auger is used to take a large and virtually undisturbed sample to a depth of 15.7 inch (40 centimeters) (3.9 inch (10 cm) wide and 1.9 inch (5 cm) in diameter). All roots up to 0.7 inch (2 centimeters) in diameter are included in the sample.
With the profile drill, a large and virtually undisturbed sample can be taken to a depth of approximately 15.7 inch (40 centimeters), 3.9 inch (10 cm) wide and 1.9 inch (5 cm) in diameter). Because the sample is virtually undisturbed, you can sample layers separately. All roots, up to a cross-section of 0.7 inch (2 centimeters), are included in the sample.
It allows for simple determination of the volume/weight of various differing layers. You can quickly and accurately observe the quantity and distribution of root growth.
When sampling, the two U-shaped chutes are pushed into the ground alternately until the desired depth is reached, after which one side of the shaft is pulled up sharply and the other pushed down, thus clamping the profile. The profile sampler may now be extracted and opened to sample or describe the profile. Placing the sample back, to reduce the disturbance of the location to be researched to a minimum, can be done easily.
Applications
| Profile sampler | |
|---|---|
| Maximum root thickness | 0.3 inch | 10 mm |
| Maximum sample depth | 19.6 inch | 50 cm |
| Product material | Stainless steel, iron, other material |
| Sample diameter | 3.9 x 1.9 inch | 100 x 50 mm |
| Sample length | 19.6 inch | 50 cm |
| Sample specification | Undisturbed |
| Sample volume | 2,500 ml |
| Sampler position | Vertical |
| Package size | 28.3 x 22 x 4.3 inch | 72 x 56 x 11 cm |
| Weight | 12.3 lbs | 5.6 kg |
| Filename |
|---|
| Manual 05.08 Profile Sampler |
