SW-60 Soil Solution Sampler
Extract and collect soil pore water in situ at multiple depths.
The SW-60 Soil Solutions Sampler suits agriculture, environmental monitoring, and research.
Louise Corscadden, PhD
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Key Specifications
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- SKU family
- AGR-0005
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- Category
- Agriculture & Food Science
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The SW-60 Soil Solutions Sampler is a field-deployable instrument designed to extract soil water directly from the surrounding soil matrix and store it in an integrated collection container for subsequent laboratory or on-site analysis. By drawing pore water in situ at the depth of interest, it eliminates the need for disruptive excavation and preserves the chemical integrity of the collected sample.
Researchers use the SW-60 to sample soil solution at multiple soil depths within a single site visit, making it well suited for studies that track solute movement, nutrient availability, or contaminant migration through the soil profile. The key comparison qualifier among soil water samplers is the ability to collect representative, undisturbed pore water without altering the surrounding soil structure—a requirement the SW-60 addresses through its in situ extraction approach.
The sampler is widely applied in agricultural production and crop science research, where understanding soil solution chemistry directly informs fertilization and irrigation decisions. It is equally valuable in environmental monitoring programs focused on groundwater protection and pollution assessment, where accurate pore-water data at defined soil horizons is essential for regulatory compliance and contamination studies.
Application
- In situ extraction of soil solution at multiple soil depths; agricultural production, scientific research, environmental pollution monitoring, groundwater studies
How does the SW-60 collect soil water without disturbing the soil?
The SW-60 is installed in situ—meaning it is placed directly in the field at the desired soil depth. It draws soil moisture from the surrounding soil matrix and stores it in the collection container, so there is no need to excavate or remove soil, preserving the natural conditions of the sample.
At what soil depths can I collect samples?
The SW-60 is designed to draw soil solution at different levels within the soil profile. Specific depth capability depends on your installation setup; please contact us to discuss the requirements of your study site.
What types of research is the SW-60 suited for?
The SW-60 is used in agricultural production, crop science, and field-based scientific research, as well as in environmental pollution monitoring and groundwater studies where representative soil pore-water samples are needed.
What happens to the sample after extraction?
Extracted soil solution is stored in the sampler's integrated container after collection. Samples can then be retrieved and taken to a laboratory or analyzed on-site, depending on your study protocol.
Can the SW-60 be used in multiple soil locations within the same field?
Yes. The in situ design allows the sampler to be deployed at multiple points across a field to capture spatial variation in soil solution chemistry, which is valuable for both research trials and environmental monitoring programs.
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