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17. Measurement of Bulk Density

cylinder is scraped off with a straight edge.
SCOPE:
(Picture - 2)
Bulk density is defined as the weight per unit volume of
material. Bulk density is primarily used for powders or FThe sample and the cylinder is then weighed.
pellets or grains. The test can provide a gross measure (Picture - 3)
of particle size and dispersion which can affect material
flow consistency and reflect packaging quantity.

SPECIMEN SIZE:
1.5 kg

Equipment Used:
F Graduated Cylinder

F Weighing balance, Picture - 1 Picture - 2

DATA:
Apparent density value is recorded as g / cm3

PROCEDURE
FA funnel with big mouth is suspended above a
measuring cylinder. The funnel is filled with the
sample and allowed to freely flow into the
measuring cylinder. (Picture - 1)
FThe excess material on top of the measuring Picture - 3

CALCULATION
The weight / volume is determined as bulk density.

Prepared by : Approved by :
80 Director - Technical