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1. INTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing the VARIOS Thermal Properties Analyzer from METER Group.
VARIOS is an automated measurement and evaluation lab system for determining thermal
conductivity as a function of water content of soil samples and other suitable materials. This
manual will help the user understand and use the VARIOS in its possible combinations to the
best of its capability.
Please verify that all components for the components ordered are included and appear in
good condition. Explanations for all components are located in
Section 3.2 .
1.1 VARIOS—COMPLETE SET
The most common ordering option is for a VARIOS Complete Set. This option is most often
used for the dryout process described in
Section 2.3.1 . The following items are included in
the shipment.
• VARIOS Thermal Properties Analyzer
• HYPROP Balance (VARIOS ready) with USB cable
• TC-S70 needle
Accessories included:
Š Soil sample ring with 2 drilled holes
Š 2 Saturation trays
Š 6 Silicone retaining rings
Š Glycerin verification standard
1.2 VARIOS—EXTENSION SET
The components listed below are available individually to measure thermal conductivity at
specific water content points (will not be able to associate the thermal conductivity with
water content).
The VARIOS Extension Set does not include the HYPROP Balance (VARIOS ready). If this will
be used with an existing HYPROP Balance (not VARIOS ready), make sure a USB cable and
power adapter with cable is included (
Figure 3 ).
• VARIOS Thermal Properties Analyzer
• TC-S70 needle