How do you measure loose density?

To measure loose density, follow these steps:

1. Fill a pail: Fill a pail with the material you want to measure the loose density of.
2. Level the material: Strike off the material so it is level with the top of the pail. This ensures an accurate volume measurement.
3. Weigh the filled pail: Carefully weigh the pail filled with the material.
4. Weigh the empty pail: Weigh the empty pail. This is your tare weight, allowing for proper deduction.
5. Calculate the material weight: Subtract the empty pail weight from the filled pail weight to get the weight of the material.
6. Multiply: Multiply the weight of the material in the pail by 27. This results in the loose density measurement.

Here's a simple breakdown:

Step	Action
1. Prepare the Container	Fill the pail with the material.
2. Level Material	Strike off the material so that it is level with the top of the container.
3. Weigh Filled Container	Record the weight of the pail when filled.
4. Weigh Empty Container	Record the weight of the pail when empty.
5. Calculate Material Weight	Subtract the weight of empty pail from the filled pail weight.
6. Compute Loose Density	Multiply the weight of the material in the pail by 27.

Example:

Let's say:

• Weight of the pail with material = 20 lbs
• Weight of the empty pail = 2 lbs

Then:

1. Weight of the material = 20 lbs - 2 lbs = 18 lbs
2. Loose Density = 18 lbs * 27 = 486 lbs.

This calculation provides an accurate measurement of the material's loose density.