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product_id: 729710889
title: "pocket penetometer"
brand: "geotest"
price: "AED 382"
currency: AED
in_stock: true
category: "Geotest"
url: https://www.desertcart.ae/products/729710889-pocket-penetometer
store_origin: AE
region: United Arab Emirates
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# Max read reach with friction ring Durable anodized aluminum Spring-loaded precision pocket penetometer

**Brand:** geotest
**Price:** AED 382
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🌱 Measure soil strength like a pro—don’t let your data fall short!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** pocket penetometer by geotest
- **How much does it cost?** AED 382 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ae](https://www.desertcart.ae/products/729710889-pocket-penetometer)

## Best For

- geotest enthusiasts

## Why This Product

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

## Key Features

- • **Lightweight & Durable:** Anodized aluminum body offers robust performance without the bulk.
- • **Portable & Convenient:** Comes with a plastic carrying case featuring belt loops for hands-free transport.
- • **Trusted by Professionals:** Engineered by Geotest, model E-280, designed for field-ready reliability.
- • **Extended Reach with Friction Ring:** Easily identify maximum penetration depth for reliable data capture.
- • **Precision Soil Strength Measurement:** Spring-loaded mechanism ensures accurate soil compression readings every time.

## Overview

The Geotest E-280 Pocket Penetrometer is a spring-loaded, anodized aluminum tool designed to measure soil compression strength with precision. Featuring a friction ring to indicate maximum penetration depth, it’s lightweight (136g) and portable with a plastic carrying case equipped with belt loops, making it ideal for field professionals seeking reliable, on-the-go soil testing.

## Description

Spring loaded penetrometer is used to measure the soil compressive strength by pushing the ground and polished 1/4" diameter loading pistons into the soil to a depth of 0.25". The edge area is .12.7 sq. Compression load (tons per square foot or kg/square centimeter) is indicated by the piston barrel scale. The maximum reading range is shown on the friction ring. Made of anodized aluminum Includes Allen Wrench and Plastic Carrying Case with Belt Loops. 6-1/4" long

## Features

- Spring loaded
- Measures soil compression strength
- Maximum read reach is shown with friction ring
- Anodized Aluminum
- Plastic carrying case with belt loops

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B004NEG5BW |
| Amazon Bestseller | #689,762 in DIY, Tools & Garden ( See Top 100 in DIY, Tools & Garden ) #431 in Soil Meters |
| Item model number | E-280 |
| Manufacturer | Geotest |
| Package Dimensions | 20.32 x 7.37 x 1.02 cm; 136.07 g |

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: I'm looking for options to test "leaf toughness" and was wondering if this penetrometer could work for this purpose?**
A: I would not recommend using this for leaf toughness analysis.  This is for field testing/typing spoil (normally for excavation in the construction industry).

**Q: How can I obtain the softer soil adapter plate?**
A: yes

**Q: Will it work for fruits too?? and What´s the scale range? thanks**
A: It would not be accurate with fruit because of the thickness and hardness of the skin. It could give you the hardness of the skin for whatever value that may be but would not tell you the ripeness of the flesh of the fruit.

**Q: will this work on butters?**
A: No
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## Frequently Bought Together

- Pocket Penetrometer
- AMS 59031 Adapter Foot for E-280 Pocket Penetrometer
- Excavation & Trench Safety Quick-Card

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*Product available on Desertcart United Arab Emirates*
*Store origin: AE*
*Last updated: 2026-05-16*