Vibrating Plate Compactors
Forward and reversible plates for granular fill, paving bedding and small patch repairs. Baseplate size and centrifugal force are the two figures that decide output.
Features
- Forward plates are lighter and cheaper and suit paving and bedding layers; reversible plates compact backfill in confined ground.
- Paving pads or a vulcanised mat fitted to the baseplate stop block and slab faces being chipped.
- Water tanks and sprinkler kits prevent bitumen picking up on the baseplate during asphalt patching.
- Vibration-isolated handles are what keep hand-arm exposure inside a workable daily limit.
- Baseplate edge wear and exciter oil condition are the two checks that predict the rest of the machine's life.
Specifications
| Figure | Typical range | Unit | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 60 - 750 | kg | Sets both compaction capability and whether two people can lift it. |
| Baseplate width | 300 - 900 | mm | Decides passes per metre and fit within a trench. |
| Centrifugal force | 10 - 100 | kN | Main comparison figure for output on granular fill. |
| Frequency | 60 - 90 | Hz | Higher frequency finishes a surface, lower reaches deeper. |