Plate compactor - Will this do the job ?

[Paul Miller]

PLATE COMPACTOR MBW AP2000 / GP2000 PETROL

Thinking of hiring this. Will this be suitable to compact my sub-base to the required firmness for a car to be on my driveway without the horrible wheel ruts developing that you see so often.

The blurb about the machine says.....


MBW's AP2000 is the only vibratory plate compactor specifically designed for asphalt applications. Frequency, amplitude, centrifugal force and mass are all established at optimal levels for maximum productivity on asphalt.
Further, the mechanical construction of the AP2000 is specific to this very demanding application. Stress relieved steel plate housings are crack resistant and provide long wear. Aluminium exciter housing dissipates heat rapidly and custom lubricants preserve bearing and seal integrity. The self cleaning plate prevents dirt build-up.
The GP2000 is a permutation of the AP2000 where frequency, amplitude, centrifugal force and mass are adjusted to provide optimal productivity in the compaction of sands and gravel. The GP2000 is capable of achieving excellent densities on lifts of granular soils up to 14" (36 cm)*.
Optional neoprene paving pad accessory for interlocking paving blocks
AP2000H Specifications
Engine: Honda GX160 5.5 hp Operating Weight: No Water 168 lb. Full Water 193 lb. Plate Size W x L: 20" x 22" Centrifugal Force: 2475 lbf Exciter Speed: 4400 vpm Compaction Depth: 12" Travel Speed: 90' per min. Compaction Area: 8550 sq. ft. per min.

[Pablo]

Yes it will be fine but be sure to build your subbase up in layers of no more than 100mm at a time and give it at least 4 passes. Don't compact the stone if it's pouring with rain or if the subgrade is soaking wet.You could have asked the same question in about 10 words you know.



Edited By Pablo on 1303314321

[DNgroundworks]

Mick G will be along shortly to tell you how great MBW plates are!!

[ambient]

i have mbw plate had it 5 years good tool make sure you wack it 4 times at different angles ie- top to bottom side to side and then 45 degree both ways always make sure you overlap each pass ???