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Point Load Strength Index (Is₅₀) & UCS Rock Correlation Calculator

Easily calculate and compute point load strength index (is₅₀) & ucs rock correlation calculator with accurate equations, live formulas, and expert guidance.

Peak load at specimen rupture.

Distance between conical platen points.

Empirical multiplier (standard = 20 to 24).

Calculated Result
120 MPa

Estimated UCS

Estimated UCS

120 MPa

Estimated Ucs Mpa

120

Is50 Mpa

5

Uncorrected Is Mpa

5

Size Correction Factor

1

120 — MPa

Calculation Breakdown

  1. Applied FormulaConverts point load test failure load and core diameter into equivalent size-corrected index Is50 and estimated uniaxial compressive strength (UCS).\text{UCS} = C \cdot I_s \left( \frac{D_e}{50} \right)^{0.45}

Point Load Index Metric Output

Interactive visualization based on your current inputs

Calculated Value
0.0306090120Estimated UCS

What Is the Point Load Strength Index (Is₅₀) & UCS Rock Correlation Calculator?

This tool computes point load strength index (is₅₀) & ucs rock correlation calculator with high precision arithmetic.

How Does the Point Load Strength Index (Is₅₀) & UCS Rock Correlation Calculator Work?

Converts point load test failure load and core diameter into equivalent size-corrected index Is50 and estimated uniaxial compressive strength (UCS).

Point Load Strength Index (Is₅₀) & UCS Rock Correlation Calculator Formula & Variables

The core mathematical equation utilized by this calculator is expressed as:

UCS=C⋅Is(De50)0.45\text{UCS} = C \cdot I_s \left( \frac{D_e}{50} \right)^{0.45}

Converts point load test failure load and core diameter into equivalent size-corrected index Is50 and estimated uniaxial compressive strength (UCS).

How to Use the Point Load Strength Index (Is₅₀) & UCS Rock Correlation Calculator

  1. Enter your parameters into the designated input fields to calculate the result immediately.

Step-by-Step Example Calculation

Point Load Strength Index (Is₅₀) & UCS Rock Correlation Calculator Example

Input Values:

failureLoadKn:12.5
coreDiameterMm:50
correlationFactor:24
Worked Steps: Sample evaluation based on standard reference conditions.

Understanding Your Result

The calculated primary figure indicates the optimal or required MPa.

Factors That Affect the Result

  • Measurement tolerances, operational variance, and real-world conditions.

When Should You Use This Calculator?

  • Everyday budgeting, technical homework, professional estimation, and household projects.

Assumptions & Limitations

  • Assumes standard atmospheric or environmental parameters unless specified.

Frequently Asked Questions

Calculation Accuracy & Reference Note

Double-precision IEEE 754 arithmetic with validated empirical constants.

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