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AMS Soft Sediment Core Sampler
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AMS Soft Sediment Core Sampler 431
The AMS Soft Sediment Core Sampler addresses the need for a simple device to collect undisturbed samples of saturated sands, silts, and sediments. It may be used directly on exposed materials at or above the low water line or from a stable boat, pier or platform when submerged samples are needed.
Product Description
Designed for use by one or preferably two operators, the AMS Soft Sediment Sampler will allow collection of virtually undisturbed, profile core samples of saturated materials from the surface or mud water interface to depths of up to 4 feet. The samplers are sized either 2 inches square by 2 or 4 feet long, or 3 inches square by 2 or 4 feet long. Each sampler includes a close fitting, rectangular, flapper valve to prevent sample loss during recovery.
The AMS Soft Sediment Sampler comprises two right angle shaped elongated sampler halves that lock together, each with a pointed lower end. They are positioned on the material to be sampled with a guide rod and are then sequentially driven into the material with an in-line drop hammer. A mechanism is provided to ensure alignment of the two halves. This process results in a high quality sample because blocking cannot occur and compaction is minimized. It also makes it easier to drive.
AMS Soft Sediment Sampler, complete: blade set, primary and secondary heads, alignment block, drop weight and 20 shear bolts