As Per IS : 4031, 2645, 2542, (Part I), 1727, 5513 and 712, BS: 12, 146, 915, 1370, 4027,4246,4248, AASHO-T 129, E 131.

This instrument is used for determining the normal consistency and setting times of cement and 'A' Class limes.  

Specification:

The apparatus consists of a metallic frame bearing a freely movable rod with a cap at top, one vicat mould, splittype and glass base plate and one set of needles one each initial needle, final needle and consistency plunger.