AMS Hollowstem Auger Kits
Features
- Provides the tools needed to reach a 6' depth
- Augers cut a 3" diameter hole and have an ID of 1 1/8"
- Hollowstem allows collection of sample through the auger
- Expedited repair and warranty service
- Lifetime technical support
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Overview
The portable AMS Hollowstem auger kit provides the tools needed to reach a 6' depth. The augers cut a 3" diameter hole and have an ID of 1 1/8", making them suitable for soil, soil gas and groundwater sampling through a cased hole.
Use
A special Hollowstem soil probe, 7/8" OD by 24" long with slide hammer is included to allow collection of a soil sample through the auger. The AMS gas vapor probes may be used through these augers telescopically. Bailers up to 1" diameter may be used to collect groundwater samples.
- (1) DeWalt 120V 2" SDS Max Combination Hammer Drill
- (1) 5/8" Threaded Male to SDS Max Drill Adapter
- (2) 3' Hollowstem Flighted Auger Extension
- (1) Hollowstem Flighted Auger Cutting Tip
- (1) Hollowstem Auger Top Cap, 5/8" Thread
- (2) 3' Hollowstem Auger Inner Rod, 5/8" Thread
- (1) Hollowstem Auger Inner Plug, 5/8" Thread
- (1) Hollowstem Retainer Fitting w/ Pin Hole
- (1) 3/8" Diameter Wire-Lock Clevis Pin (2-1/4" Usable)
- (1) 7/8" X 21" Soil Probe w/ Handle, 5/8" Thread
- (2) 12" Crescent Wrench
- (1) 14" Pipe Wrench
- (1) Regular Slide Hammer, 5/8" Thread
- (1) 4' Deluxe Carrying Case
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