This test is performed to determine the maximum moisture content at which the soil stops shrinking when dried.

The set including:

1. Two shrinkage dishes, 45 mm diameter×12.7 mm high

2. One crystallizing dish , 57 mm diameter×31 mm deep

3. One shrinkage prong plate , manufactured from transparent acrylic and fitted with 3 metal prongs

4. One evaporating dish

5. One spatula

6. One cylinder , 25 ml

7. Supplied complete with a carrying case