Soil Hydrometer Seamless, symmetrical stem and bulb do not vary in diameter. One-piece ballast is secured to lower part of the body. Guaranteed calibration accuracy eliminates errors due to variable dilution. H-4242 uses ASTM 151 H scale, graduated to read specific gravity with a range of 0.995 to 1.038 in 0.001 divisions at 68°F (20°C). Total length: 11" (280mm). Complies with ASTM D422; AASHTO T88.