How do we ensure accurate rebar placement and maintain structural integrity? Meet LR-G200 Rebar Tester – your ultimate solution for precise and easy rebar testing. It gives accurate measurements and displays rebar distribution so clearly that you can access the entire structure.
With its interface and innovative features, the LR-G200 Rebar tester even makes complex testing an easier experience. In this article, let’s see the importance of testing the protective layer thickness of reinforcing steel (rebar) in construction projects.
Testing the Protective Layer Thickness
One of the final stages of project approval is testing and approving reinforcing steel (rebar). This means, that before a project is completed and accepted, the quality of the rebar is assessed to ensure it meets required standards.
Testing the protective layer of steel has become crucial as a standard of quality to prevent any issues. Although the process of engineering designs and construction follows established standards, there can be issues arising during concrete vibration and pouring. This causes reinforcement to shift, negatively impacting the overall quality of the project.
One of the issues that commonly arises is the deformation of the steel bars, which leads to a decline in the bearing capacity while cracking controls performance and stiffness. This impacts the thickness of the protective layer surrounding the rebar. An insufficient protective layer weakens the bond between concrete and steel resulting in poor force anchorage and stress transfer while compromising the structure’s resistance.
Concrete carbonation and steel corrosion increase over time weakening the structure’s durability and a reduction in its overall lifespan. To ensure the quality and safety of the building, it is important to strictly control the quality of the protective layer around steel reinforcement. Through this, compliance with project standards can be ensured while maximizing the longevity of the structure.
Why Use Reinforcing Steel Tester for Protective Layer Testing?
For the quality and safety of a construction project, it is necessary to test the protective layer accurately. The LR-G200 Rebar Tester offers an advanced solution to measure thickness, making it an invaluable tool for construction professionals.
There are two main types of rebar protective layer thickness testing methods.
- Destructive Testing Method
This method includes cutting through the protective layer to measure the rebar. This has greater limitations and can damage the existing rebar and make it difficult to recover. With the advancement of non-destructive testing methods, the destructive testing method has gradually fallen out.
- Non-Destructive Testing Method
Presently, integrated rebar detectors are commonly used in engineering inspections. These non-destructive testing tools allow for assessing the reinforced concrete structures without damaging the rebar’s protective layer. They can detect the location, measure the thickness, and determine the diameter of the rebar.
They can also detect magnetic and conductive materials within concrete, like cables and plumbing pipes. This prevents damage to elements and minimizes the risk of accidents. Due to these advantages, the non-destructive testing method is considered a preferred method for most testing units.
Why Choose Langry LR-G200 Rebar Tester?
LR-G200 Rebar Tester is an all-in-one rebar detector developed by Langry. It is suitable for detecting the location of rebar, measuring the protective layer thickness, and determining the diameter of rebar in reinforced concrete structures while accurately analyzing the distribution of rebar.
LR-G200 Rebar Tester adopts a few features that make it efficient.
Integrated Design and Compact Size: This tool features a compact, integrated design that allows for easy one-hand operation during rebar data detection in reinforced concrete structures.
Color Touch Screen: It is equipped with a 3.2-inch colour touch screen. The detector generates three-dimensional images, displaying the measurement results and rebar distribution.
Advanced Detection Technology: It has high-power transmitting coils with multiple small coins, with higher precision and stronger resolution for accurate rebar measurements.
Multiple Scanning Modes: This tool supports a variety of scanning modes suitable for different testing environments. This includes conventional scanning, profile scanning, grid scanning, fine scanning, and image scanning. Protocol scanning mode allows for fixed-point re-testing to meet testing protocol requirements.
Detection Range: It offers a flexible detection range for collecting data from large to small range detection with a scanning distance of up to 65 meters.
Easy Data Transmission: This tool supports both USB and Bluetooth data transmission, making data uploading quick and convenient.
Langry Online Management Software: It comes with the latest version of Langry online management software, easing the rebar testing process for enhanced ease and comfort.
Conclusion
Testing the protective layer thickness of rebar ensures the strength, durability, and safety of reinforced concrete structures. The reinforcing steel tester provides a reliable, non-destructive method for measuring the protective layer thickness accurately without damaging the structure.
The Langry LR-G200 Rebar Tester stands out as a top choice due to its advanced features and ease of use. With its integrated design, portable size, and touch screen, it allows for efficient data collection with just one hand. By choosing products from Langry, you can ensure the highest standards of quality, safety, and structural integrity.
