Moghal Engineering Company

The Vicat Needle Apparatus is a device used in civil engineering to determine the consistency and setting time of cement and other hydraulic materials. It consists of a metallic frame with a vertical rod and a needle attached to it. The apparatus includes a movable platform and a graduated scale for precise measurements. During the test, the needle is placed on the surface of a cement paste sample, and a weighted plunger is released onto the sample. The depth of penetration of the needle into the paste indicates the setting time and consistency of the material. This test helps ensure the quality and performance of cement-based materials in construction applications.