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Standard Test Method for the Static Puncture Strength of Geotextiles and Geotextile-Related Products Using a 50-mm Probe

Test Method Title

Standard Test Method for the Static Puncture Strength of Geotextiles and Geotextile-Related Products Using a 50-mm Probe

Reference Number

ASTM D6241

Material

Geocomposite, Geotextile

Test Property

Puncture resistance

Description of Test

A test specimen is clamped between circular plates and secured in a tensile testing machine. A force is exerted against the center of the unsupported portion of the test specimen by a steel plunger attached to the load indicator until rupture.

Number of Test Specimens

10

Test Specimen Size

10.2" diameter

Keywords

CBR, puncture