Vicat Set Apparatus – Cement Setting Time & Consistency Tester

Vicat Set Apparatus – Cement Setting Time Testing Equipment is a critical instrument for laboratories that demand accuracy, repeatability, and full compliance with international cement testing standards. The exceptional and powerful Cantrol Vicat Set Apparatus ensures reliable determination of both initial and final setting times of hydraulic cement, supporting high-quality performance in QC labs, research centers, and construction materials testing facilities. Designed in accordance with ASTM C191, EN 196-3, and EN 480-2, this professional tool delivers consistent and dependable results for evaluating cement paste workability and setting behavior.

Model	2215020
Description	Vicat Set Apparatus
Material	Cast Aluminum Body
Dimension	140x190x290 mm
Weight	2.5 kg

 

Vicat Set Apparatus – Cement Setting Time Testing Equipment Built for Standard Compliance

The Vicat Set Apparatus – Cement Setting Time Testing Equipment is engineered to meet global standards, ensuring laboratories can confidently evaluate cement setting characteristics. Accurate setting time measurement is essential for determining cement quality, controlling hydration behavior, and predicting on-site performance of cementitious materials.

 Fully Compliant Testing Performance

This apparatus ensures precise and standardized testing by incorporating:

• Accurate measurement of initial and final setting times

• Standardized needle and plunger components

• Consistent penetration testing according to international requirements

Its precise construction guarantees reproducible results that align perfectly with standardized methods.

Vicat Set Apparatus – Cement Setting Time Testing Equipment Featuring Durable Construction

Cantrol’s Vicat Set Apparatus is built with a robust metal frame, providing long-term stability and superior durability. The smooth sliding rod combined with a graduated scale enables highly accurate penetration depth measurements throughout the test.

 Standard Plunger and Needle Assemblies

Depending on test requirements, the apparatus is equipped with:

• A plunger assembly of approximately 300 g

• Standard Vicat needles ranging from 1 mm to 2 mm

These standardized components ensure accurate penetration and exact timing at each stage of cement paste setting.