BS 6483-2 is a standard that covers test for fertilizer distributors in lines allowing comparable results in figures and graph form to ensure their performance and operability.
BS 6483-2 specifies a test method for fertilizer distributors in lines, including fertilizer distributors attached to a basic machine.
Note: Equipment designed for distributing microgranular pesticides or herbicides is excluded.
BS 6483-2 on test for fertilizer distributors in lines applies to:
A fertilizer distributor in lines twinned to a basic machine is an accessory that, from a hopper fitted to the chassis of a basic machine, lays down on the soil, in a band or in the soil, in one or several parallel lines with adjustable spacing, fertilizer at a given depth and application rate.
BS 6483-2 provides users guidance on a test method for fertilizer distributors in lines. BS 6483-2 also provides users with a step-by-step procedure for the method, enabling users to do the method correctly.
BS 6483-2 provides users guidance on test conditions, primary tests, test procedure, results, test reports and optional tests, enabling users to assess the performance and quality of fertilizer distributors.
With obedience and compliance to BS 6483-2, users can develop and assess the fertilizer distributors, ensuring uniform rate adjustment, forward speed and ease of use in agricultural applications.