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Old 01-19-2008, 08:37 PM
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Plate Compactor?

Firstly, thanks very much for making this information available to the average DIYer!


I have a paver project which includes both walkways and a patio, no driveway. I am able to freely use a Wacker 1135A plate compactor for the project. The 1135A has a centrifugal force of 2,470 lbs.

My concern is with the amount of compaction force. Time is not main really an issue for me.

Question: If I compact in smaller lifts and make more passes can I achieve the same level of compaction that a Wacker 1500 series model could provide?
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