When pouring a foundation or piles, it is important that the concrete flows into all cavities, so it needs to be leveled. For this purpose, a deep vibrator is used. For small volumes of work, purchasing such a tool is not practical. It's best to do it yourself.
Materials:
- wire type VVG 6 mm. sq.;
- steel corrugated pipe in plastic braiding 15 mm;
- old crown 16 mm;
- lubricant
Manufacturing process of flexible concrete vibrator
A piece of the required length is cut from the corrugated pipe. On one side, a crown is inserted into it, which will serve as a plug. To prevent it from falling out, you can lightly splash the walls of the corrugation. Ideally, use a worn-out crown, but you can also use a new one; nothing will happen to it.
Next, the cable is cut slightly longer than the pipe. On one side, a bend of 2-3 cm is made on it. Then the cable is lubricated with grease, lithol or any other lubricant.
The wire with its curved edge is inserted into the pipe until it touches the inner wall of the crown. Its protruding end is clamped into the chuck of a drill or screwdriver.
When working with a vibrator, you need to hold it with one hand by the corrugation.The wire rotating inside hits the crown with its tail, which creates a strong vibration. The tool can be made in literally 5 minutes, besides, if after the repair there are scraps of wires and corrugated pipes left, then its production will generally cost free. The homemade product works, and works well, so the idea is worth remembering, it will come in handy someday.
