The Mini rainfall simulator for erosion test, type LUW is a standard set for field use. It consists of a sprinkler with a built-in pressure regulator, a support for the sprinkler and a stainless steel bottom frame with gutter.
Sensitivity to erosion is hard to measure as absolute values cannot be obtained. It is, however, possible to obtain a reasonable indication by means of a relative measurement. For such a measurement a rainfall simulator can be applied.
Method
With the rainfall simulator, the runoff and soil loss generated by a standardized rain shower is measured on a plot with standard surface area. The duration, intensity and kinetic energy of the shower are such that a high sensitivity of the test results for differences in soil properties is obtained.
The extent to which the soil is sensitive to erosion is determined largely by the composition of the soil. Knowledge of the sensitivity to erosion is important for the development of a certain plot.
Applications
Set contains
| Mini rainfall simulator for erosion test | |
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| Maximum measuring depth | 0 m |
| Reading accuracy | 1 mg |
| Registration type | Manual |
| Weight | 48.5 lb | 22 kg |
| Filename |
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| Manual 09.06 Mini Rainfall Simulator |
