The Point Load Index Tester supplied for ascertaining the diametrical point load strength index of rock cores used for determining the irregular lumps which are required to be tested without any specific treatment. The point load index tester specifically considered for classified strength of the rock materials mainly utilized for the measurements field on the specimen of rock. However, it can also prove to be equally effective in laboratories. The results can be used for the purpose of predicting the uniaxial compact strength of the rock derived from correlations. Further, due to its light weight and point load index tester portability feature can be used in the laboratory as well as the field.

The Point Load Index Tester is used for determining the Diametral Point Load Strength Index of rock cores and irregular lumps, which can be tested without any treatment. The Point Load Test is primarily an index test for strength classification of rock materials.