Length Comparator
Product Code : JA-M-8896
Published: September 2026 | Last Updated: September 2026
The Length Comparator from Jaincolab is part of the Materials range within our chemistry lab equipment catalogue, manufactured to standard specification for construction materials testing. Used to measure the drying shrinkage of concrete, autoclave expansion of Portland cement, and potential expansive reactivity of cement-aggregate combinations in mortar bars during storage. As a chemistry lab equipment manufacturer in India, Jaincolab supplies this materials testing instrument to civil engineering and construction laboratories across India and internationally.
Specifications
| Dial Gauge Reading | 0.002 mm x 5 mm |
| Reference Ball Diameter | 6.5 mm |
| Includes | Stainless steel standardisation bar with insulated grip |
| Optional | Electronic Dial Gauge (extra cost) |
| Test Purpose | Drying shrinkage, autoclave expansion, cement-aggregate reactivity |
Key Features
- Used to measure the drying shrinkage of concrete, autoclave expansion of Portland cement, and potential expansive reactivity of cement-aggregate combinations in mortar bars during storage
- Consists of a channelled round base with two fixed vertical pillars and an adjustable cross plate at the top, fitted with a dial gauge reading to 0.002mm x 5mm located on a 6.5mm-diameter ball or other reference point cemented into the specimen, with a matching recessed seating on the base for a second reference point
- Complete with a stainless steel standardisation bar with insulated grip and 6.5mm-diameter balls mounted on the ends; can optionally be supplied with an Electronic Dial Gauge at extra cost
Why Choose Jaincolab
Jaincolab is a trusted chemistry lab equipment manufacturer in India, backed by Jain Scientific Suppliers' manufacturing base in Ambala, Haryana. Our Materials range is built for accuracy, durability and dependable repeated use, and is manufactured under an ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 framework (manufacturer-stated — verify before publishing). Explore related items from our Materials category, our wider Chemistry Lab Equipment range, and our Model Sets category, including:
Applications
| Civil Engineering Testing Labs | Standard testing of cement, concrete, mortar and aggregate |
| Construction Material Quality Control | Verifying compliance of materials with specification during construction projects |
| College & University Civil Engineering Departments | Undergraduate materials-testing practicals |
| Government & Private Testing Laboratories | Routine acceptance testing of construction materials |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the Length Comparator used for?
A: The Length Comparator is used in civil engineering and construction materials testing laboratories for standard testing of cement, concrete or aggregate, as described in its specification.
Q: What does the Length Comparator include?
A: Used to measure the drying shrinkage of concrete, autoclave expansion of Portland cement, and potential expansive reactivity of cement-aggregate combinations in mortar bars during storage.
Q: Who manufactures the Length Comparator?
A: Jaincolab, the laboratory equipment brand of Jain Scientific Suppliers (Ambala, Haryana, India, established 1982), manufactures and supplies the Length Comparator as part of its Materials range of testing instruments.
Q: Is the Length Comparator built for repeated laboratory testing use?
A: Yes, the instrument is manufactured to the specification described above for repeated use in materials testing laboratories.
Q: Does Jaincolab supply the Length Comparator across India and internationally?
A: Yes, Jaincolab manufactures and supplies this item to laboratories, schools, colleges and universities across India and internationally.
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