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product_id: 62675155
title: "AMS 59032 Pocket Penetrometer, Soil Strength Penetrometer, Handheld, Lightweight"
brand: "ams"
price: "16051 kr"
currency: ISK
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
url: https://www.desertcart.is/products/62675155-ams-59032-pocket-penetrometer-soil-strength-penetrometer-handheld-lightweight
store_origin: IS
region: Iceland
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# Measures strength Belt-loop case Tons/sq. ft. AMS 59032 Pocket Penetrometer, Soil Strength Penetrometer, Handheld, Lightweight

**Brand:** ams
**Price:** 16051 kr
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🌱 Dig Deeper, Measure Smarter!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** AMS 59032 Pocket Penetrometer, Soil Strength Penetrometer, Handheld, Lightweight by ams
- **How much does it cost?** 16051 kr with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.is](https://www.desertcart.is/products/62675155-ams-59032-pocket-penetrometer-soil-strength-penetrometer-handheld-lightweight)

## Best For

- ams enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted ams brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **OSHA Compliant:** Stay compliant with safety regulations on all excavation jobs.
- • **Durable Construction:** Built with anodized aluminum for long-lasting performance.
- • **Lightweight & Portable:** Easily carry it with the convenient belt-loop style case.
- • **Friction Ring Indicator:** Know your maximum reading at a glance.
- • **Rapid Soil Strength Assessment:** Get quick and accurate estimates of unconfined compressive strength.

## Overview

The AMS 59032 Pocket Penetrometer is a lightweight, handheld tool designed for rapid assessment of soil strength, essential for compliance with OSHA regulations. It features a friction ring for maximum reading indication and comes with a durable belt-loop carrying case.

## Description

The AMS pocket penetrometer provides rapid estimates of unconfined compressive strength of cohesive soils. Although pocket or hand penetrometers are used widely for checking consistency and providing rapid estimates of compressive strengths in the field, they should not be used to replace laboratory testing or extensive field analysis. In addition, hand penetrometers can be used to accurately indicate consistency and approximate unconfined compressive strengths of undisturbed cohesive soil core samples. The 1/4" diameter loading piston is pushed into the soil surface until the engraved mark is level with the soil. Compressive load is indicated by reading a scale on the piston barrel where a friction ring indicates maximum reading. Scale units are measured in tons/sq. ft. (kg/sq. cm). Pocket penetrometers are required by OSHA on all excavation jobs, and they can help protect you from costly lawsuits and construction delays. A special AMS 1" Pocket Penetrometer Adapter Foot is available as an option for use in low-strength cohesive soils.

## Features

- Provides rapid estimates of unconfined compressive strength of cohesive soils
- Includes a belt-loop style carrying case with wrench
- Measures strength in tons/sq. ft. (kg/sq. cm)
- Required by OSHA on all excavation jobs
- Friction ring indicates maximum reading
- Constructed of anodized aluminum

## Images

![AMS 59032 Pocket Penetrometer, Soil Strength Penetrometer, Handheld, Lightweight - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51hOvxedsiL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does it come with the 1" diameter foot, or is that sold seperately?**
A: No it did not come with 1 inch foot

**Q: I just bought this one but not sure if readings are unconfined compressive strength or undrained shear strength of soil. Does anyone know?**
A: It is compressive strength

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good Compact Penetrometer Tester
*by J***B on July 2, 2024*

This is a very simple to use device that comes with instructions printed on a handy case so you never lose them, but honestly, it is very simple to use, just press the tip into the soil until you reach the line on the tip and then read the washer on the gauge. I haven't been able to test this against actual engineered soil borings but if I can I will come back to report and edit this post.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Pocket penetrometer
*by C***S on June 11, 2023*

Great product at a much reduced price from normal survey or engineering supply houses. Same great quality with fast shipping. Carry sheath is a little flimsy but does not detract at all from the quality of the tool.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good quality, easy to clean, nice case.
*by E***. on September 23, 2019*

I use this for soil testing on geotechnical drilling projects. It works just fine for soil strength. It's sturdy, easy to clean, and comes with a nice durable canvas case. A great addition to any field toolbox!

## Frequently Bought Together

- AMS 59032 Pocket Penetrometer, Soil Strength Penetrometer, Handheld, Lightweight
- AMS 59031 Adapter Foot for E-280 Pocket Penetrometer
- Excavation & Trench Safety Quick-Card

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*Product available on Desertcart Iceland*
*Store origin: IS*
*Last updated: 2026-01-25*