Monitor overall soil compaction and quality, quick and effectively with this digital penetrometer.

The #1 source of yield loss in agriculture, soil compaction prevents moisture penetration, reduces fertilizer and chemical utilization and hinders plant root growth. In some cases, yield losses can run as high as 30% due to soil compaction. Don't let it go unnoticed.

Soil Compaction meters are used to determine the density of soil and other material. An operator pushes a rod with attached (ASAE standard) cone into the ground. The resistance of the cone as it is pushed in the ground is measured and recorded in the memory of the compaction meter. The depth of the cone below soil surface is also measured and recorded in memory.

Compaction data is recorded and displayed at one inch intervals, in PSI or kPa. Built-in datalogger eliminates the need to record data manually. Included software allows user to download data, change logger settings and configure the meter.

Measure, log, and review data with the SC-900 Soil Compaction Meter to make better soil management decisions based on data specific to your field. Identify and address specific problem areas on-site and in real time.

Use the powerful SpecMaps online application to discover the value of spatially variable sensor meaurements. Mapping software requires GPS; not included.

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Click to view the SC-900 Soil Compaction Meter user manual.

Garmin GPS 72 Handheld GPS Navigator The GPS 72 is a low-cost solution designed to provide precise GPS positioning using correction data obtained from the Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS). The GPS 72 can provide position accuracy to less than three meters when receiving WAAS corrections. This rugged, waterproof, unsinkable GPS receiver offers a large, 4-level grayscale screen. It's designed as the next generation in basic, entry-level Garmin GPS.

7250 - Optional GPS Mounting Bracket The Spectrum GPS Mounting Bracket allows users of the Field Scout SC900 compaction meter the ability to connect a GPS receiver to the device and keep both hands free to insert the probe into the soil.  The bracket is designed to accommodate several possible GPS receiver antennas.