JMC Backsaver N-2 Handle and JMC Sampling Tubes

Our JMC Backsaver N-2 Handle fits a variety of soil sampling tubes. Each tube features a self-sharpening tip that cuts consistently good cores and outlasts common replaceable tips eight to one.

We have 6 kinds of tubes to offer for this option:

Wet Sampling Tubes.

Work best in soft, moist soils. Core diameter is 0.688 inches.

Dry Sampling Tubes.

Work best in hard, dry soils. Core diameter is 0.75 inches.
(If you just want one tube, get one of these,)

Ag Consultant's Sampling Tube.

Same design as the Dry Tubes, but produces a core diameter of only 0.56 inches.

Large Diameter Sampling Tube.

Same design as the Dry Tubes, but produces a core diameter of 1.2 inches.

Zero Contamination Tube.

Gathers samples uncontaminated by surface debris encased in clear, replaceable, plastic liners. Samples measure 1.2 inches in diameter.

Concentric Sampling Tube

Gathers samples in plastic liners like the Zero Contamination Tube, but the samples measure 2 inches in diameter and 6 inches long. Also features a metal casing which can be left in the ground for later retrieval.

• All tubes feature hardened cutting tips.
• All tubes available in 12 and 18 inch lengths.
• Wet and Dry Tubes also available in a 15 inch length.
• Footpedal offers extra leverage for penetrating hard ground.
• JMC Special Cleaner rapidly removes soil core and prepares tube for next sample.
• All metal parts nickel-plated to protect against rust and wear.

  Note: While it is possible to add extensions to this handle, we recommend that you consider our JMC Backsaver Handle for those applications that require samples deeper than the length of your sampling tube.