Model 3440 Specifications

Measurement (U.S. Customary Units)
Direct Transmission Density (6") 15 sec 1 min 4 min
Precision at 120 pcf ±0.42 pcf ±0.21 pcf ±0.11 pcf
Composition error at 120 pcf ±1.25 pcf ±1.25 pcf ±1.25 pcf
Surface error (0.05", 100% Void) -1.1 pcf -1.1 pcf -1.1 pcf
 
Backscatter (98%) (4") 15 sec 1 min 4 min
Precision at 120 pcf ±1.00 pcf ±0.50 pcf ±0.25 pcf
Composition error at 120 pcf ±2.50 pcf ±2.50 pcf ±2.50 pcf
Surface error (0.05", 100% Void) -4.7 pcf -4.7 pcf -4.7 pcf
 
Moisture at 15 pcf 15 sec 1 min 4 min
Precision at 15 pcf ±0.64 pcf ±0.32 pcf ±0.16 pcf

Surface error (0.05", 100% Void)
Depth of measurement @ 15 pcf (8.45")

-1.12 pcf -1.12 pcf -1.12 pcf
Measurement (S.I. Units)
Direct Transmission Density-150mm 15 sec 1 min 4 min
Precision at 2000 kg/m3 ±6.8 kg/m3 ±3.4 kg/m3 ±1.7 kg/m3
Composition error at 2000 kg/m3 ±20.0 kg/m3 ±20.0 kg/m3 ±20.0 kg/m3
Surface error (1.25mm, 100% Void) -17.0 kg/m3 -17.0 kg/m3 -17.0 kg/m3
 
Backscatter (98%) (100mm) 15 sec 1 min 4 min
Precision at 2000 kg/m3 ±16.0 kg/m3 ±8.0 kg/m3 ±4.0 kg/m3
Composition error at 2000 kg/m3 ±40.0 kg/m3 ±40.0 kg/m3 ±40.0 kg/m3
Surface error (1.25mm, 100% Void) -75.0 kg/m3 -75.0 kg/m3 -75.0 kg/m3
 
Moisture 15 sec 1 min 4 min
Precision at 250 kg/m3 ±10.3 kg/m3 ±5.1 kg/m3 ±2.6 kg/m3

Surface error 
(1.25mm, 100% Void)
Meas. Depth @ 250 kg/m3 - 212.5mm

-18.0 kg/m3 -18.0 kg/m3 -18.0 kg/m3
Calibration
Accuracy of Density Standards ±0.2%
Accuracy of Moisture Standards ±2.0%
Calibration Range 70-170 pcf (1100-2700 kg/m3) Density
0-40 pcf (0-640 kg/m3) Moisture
Radiological
Gamma Source 8 mCi ±10% Cs-137
Neutron Source

60 uCi ±10% Cf-252 or
40 mCi ±10% Am-241:Be

Source Housing Stainless Steel Encapsulation
Shielding Tungsten, lead and cadmium
Surface Dose Rates 20.5 mrem/hr max., neutron and gamma
Source Rod Material Stainless Steel
Shipping Case DOT 7A, Type A
Sealed Source Approved for Domestic and International Shipments Special Form
Electrical
Time Accuracy and Stability 0.005%, 0.0002% / °C
Power Supply Stability

0.01% / °C

Stored Power 30 watt hours
Battery Recharge Time 14-16 hours (automatic cutoff)
Charger 110/220 V ac, 50-60 Hz or 12-14 V dc
Readout 4 x 16 alpha-numeric liquid crystal display
Notes:
Gauge returns to Gauge Ready (power saving mode) after two minutes of inactivity, except in standard, stat test, drift test, and in nomograph programs when a 30-minute delay is provided. After 5 hours of inactivity, gauge performs complete power shut-down.

Battery packs are fully protected against overcharge and overdischarge.Remaining battery voltage is indicated on the display.

Emergency Use - Capable of operation with D size alkaline batteries.
Mechanical
Case High Impact Plastic
29.5 L x 14 W x 17 T in.
Vibration Test 0.1 in. (2.5 mm) @ 12.5 hz
Drop Test 300 mm on 25 mm diameter steel ball
Operating Temp: Ambient: 14 to 158°F (-10 to 70°C)
Surface: 350°F (175°C)
Storage Temp. -70 to 185°F (-55 to 85°C)
Gauge Size (no handles) 14.8 x 9.1 x 7.2 in.
(376 x 231 x 183 mm)
Gauge Height (with handles) 12": 23.25 in. (591 mm)
8": 19.25 in. (489 mm)
Weight 29 lbs. (13.2 kg)
Shipping Weight 90 lbs. (40.8 kgs) w/case
Available Models

8" or 12" index rod with 1" or 2" increments
(200 or 300 mm index rod with 25 or 50 mm increments)