SKAPS GE-240 is a needle-punched nonwoven geotextile made of 100% polypropylene staple fibers, which are formed into a random network for dimensional stability. SKAPS GE-240 resists ultraviolet deterioration, rotting, biological degradation, naturally encountered basics and acids. Polypropylene is stable within a pH range of 2 to 13.
SKAPS GE-240 conforms to the physical property values listed below:
Property | Method | English (MARV2) | Metric (MARV2) |
Weight | ASTM D 5261 | 24 oz/yd2 | 814 g/m2 |
Grab Tensile Strength | ASTM D 4632 | 500 lbs | 2.22 kN |
Grab Elongation | ASTM D 4632 | 50% | 50% |
Trapezoid Tear Strength | ASTM D 4533 | 200 lbs | 0.89 kN |
CBR Puncture Resistance | ASTM D 6241 | 1720 lbs | 7.65 kN |
UV Resistance | ASTM D 4355 | 70%/500 hrs. | 70%/500 hrs. |