TerraTex® GS is a woven geotextile made up of polypropylene yarns. These yarns are woven to form a stable and durable network such that the yarns retain their relative position. TerraTex® GS meets AASHTO M288 Class 3 for separation and stabilization. It is non-biodegradable and resistant to most soil chemicals, acids, and alkali with a pH range of 3 to 12. TerraTex® GS is manufactured to meet or exceed the following minimum average roll values:
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| Property | Test Method | English | Metric |
|---|---|---|---|
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Weight (Typical)
1
|
ASTM D5261 | 4.0 oz/yd2 | 136 g/m2 |
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Grab Tensile
|
ASTM D4632 | 200 lbs | 0.90 kN |
|
Grab Elongation
|
ASTM D4632 | 15 % | 15 % |
|
Trapezoid Tear
|
ASTM D4533 | 75 lbs | 0.333 kN |
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CBR Puncture
|
ASTM D6241 | 700 lbs | 3.120 kN |
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Permittivity
1
|
ASTM D4491 | 0.05 sec-1 | 0.05 sec-1 |
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Water Flow Rate
1
|
ASTM D4491 | 5 gpm/ft2 | 203 Lpm/m2 |
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AOS
1
,
2
|
ASTM D4751 | 40 US Std. Sieve | 0.430 mm |
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UV Resistance
|
ASTM D4355 | 70 % @ 500 hrs | 70 % @ 500 hrs |