TerraTex® GE110 is a needle-punched nonwoven geotextile made of 100% polypropylene staple fibers, which are formed into a random network for dimensional stability. TerraTex® GE110 resists ultraviolet deterioration, rotting, biological degradation, naturally encountered basics and acids. TerraTex® GE110 conforms to the properties listed as per Table 1-10-2, Regular, of AREMA Manual of Railway Engineering, pg. 1-10-7, (2013)
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Unless noted otherwise, all values are minimum average roll values (MARV).| Property | Test Method | English | Metric |
|---|---|---|---|
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Weight (Typical)
1
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ASTM D5261 | 10.0 oz/yd2 | 334 g/m2 |
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Grab Tensile
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ASTM D4632 | 175 lbs | 0.775 kN |
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Grab Elongation
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ASTM D4632 | 20 % | 20 % |
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Trapezoid Tear
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ASTM D4533 | 100 lbs | 0.444 kN |
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Pin Puncture Resistance
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ASTM D4833 | 110 lbs | 0.485 kN |
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Mullen Burst
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ASTM D3786 | 400 psi | 2,750 kPa |
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Permittivity
1
|
ASTM D4491 | 0.30 sec-1 | 0.30 sec-1 |
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Permeability
1
|
ASTM D4491 | 0.10 cm/sec | 0.10 cm/sec |
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AOS
1
,
2
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ASTM D4751 | 70 US Std. Sieve | 0.212 mm |
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Planar Transmissivity
3
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ASTM D4761 | 0.002 ft2/min | 0.0000031 m2/sec |
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Abrasion Resistance Strength Retained
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ASTM D4886 | 80 % | 80 % |
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UV Resistance
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ASTM D4355 | 70 % @ 500 hrs | 70 % @ 500 hrs |