IN12-W Mariotte Tubes for use with
IN10-W or IN14-W 12" and 24" Diameters
ASTM Infiltration Rings for ASTM 3385
(Units can also be used with IN8P-W)
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The new Turf-Tec Mariotte Tubes match the ASTM for standard testing of soils with a hydraulic conductivity between 1X10-2 cm/s or sand type soils with high infiltration rates. These tubes are a companion tool for using with the Turf-Tec 12 and 24 inch Infiltration Rings (IN10-W). They match ASTM Standard D 3385-03 which replaced old ASTM D 3385-94. These infiltration rings are ideal for taking ASTM infiltration tests on all areas and match the ASTM 3385 test.

Turf-Tec Mariotte Tubes are both connected outside the test area for ease of reading!

The new Turf-Tec Mariotte Tubes match the ASTM Standard for testing of soils with a Hydraulic Conductivity between 1x10^-2 cm/s or less than about 1x10^-6 cm/s, or sand type soils with high infiltration rates.

These tubes are a companion tool for use with the Turf-Tec 12" and 24" Infiltration Rings (IN10-W). They match the ASTM Standard D 3385-03 which replaced old ASTM Standard D 3385-94.

The Turf-Tec Mariotte Tubes are constructed of durable heavy wall PVC tubing with solid brass and stainless steel hardware to ensure many years of service.

The Turf-Tec Mariotte Tubes allow for measurement of liquid flow during the infiltration test by providing a constant flow of water into the Turf-Tec 12" and 24" Infiltration Rings. Without the tubes, a technician needs to constantly fill the Infiltration Rings with a graduated cylinder in order to maintain the fluid level and constant head pressure. With the Turf-Tec Mariotte Tubes, the tubes allow the water that is infiltrated into the soil to be replenished through the tubes, keeping the head pressure constant and eliminating the need for an extra technician during the test procedure. Infiltration amounts are simply read on the site glass at selected time intervals.

The set consists of two Mariotte Tubes, one holding 3000 ml and one holding 10,000 ml. Each tube draws a vacuum and regulates the flow of water from the Mariotte Tube and into the Turf-Tec 12" and 24" Infiltration Rings. Once the flow rate of liquid from the Mariotte Tubes is consistent with the infiltration into the soil from the Turf-Tec 12" and 24" Infiltration Rings, the calibrated sight glass, on the side of the tubes, is checked at given time intervals for the infiltration rates. The Turf-Tec Mariotte Tubes allow testing personnel the ability to perform other tasks and periodically check and record the infiltration rate instead of constantly filling the Infiltration Rings by hand as the head falls.

The new design allows both Turf-Tec Mariotte Tubes to be connected to the outside of the IN10-W Turf-Tec 12" and 24" Infiltration Rings to facilitate reading of the site glass. No more looking inside the annular space between the rings for the readings!

This method of testing is useful for field measurement of the infiltration rate of soils. Infiltration rates have applications in the field of liquid waste disposal, evaluation of potential septic tank disposal fields, leaching studies and drainage efficiencies. They are also helpful in determining irrigation requirements, water spreading or recharge, canal leakage and reservoir leakage testing and studies. The purpose of the double ring is to ensure the downward flow of water movement to ensure proper measurements. These Infiltration Rings are ideal for taking ASTM infiltration tests on all areas and match the ASTM 3385 test. They are used by Professional Engineers (P.E.) worldwide.

The tops of the Turf-Tec Mariotte Tubes are sealed to allow you to achieve a constant head of water inside the Infiltration Rings in relation to the height of the Mariotte Tubes.

Turf-Tec 10,000 ml Mariotte Tube calibrated site glass - Site Glass calibrated in 250 ml levels with 62.5 ml lines Turf-Tec 3,000 ml Mariotte Tube calibrated site glass - Site Glass calibrated in 100 ml levels with 50 ml lines

Mariotte Tubes have calibrated site glasses and ring on site glass to allow ease of measuring with new site glass sliding indicator

Specifications for 3,000 ml Turf-Tec Mariotte Tube

Specifications for 10,000 ml Turf-Tec Mariotte Tube

Construction: Heavy Wall PVC
Volume Over 3,000 ml
Site Glass Calibrated in 100 ml Levels with 50 ml Lines
Site Glass Sliding Indicator
Steel Center Support Spike
Steel Center Driving Spike
Stainless Steel and Brass Fittings and Valves
Fully Adjustable Fill Valve and Outlet Valve
Clear Calibrated Acrylic Site Glass Located on Side
Vinyl Hose for Connecting to Infiltration Rings Included

Construction: Heavy Wall PVC
Volume Over 10,000 ml
Site Glass Calibrated in 250 ml Levels with 62.5 ml Lines
Site Glass Sliding Indicator
Steel Center Support Spike
Steel Center Driving Spike
Stainless Steel and Brass Fittings and Valves
Fully Adjustable Fill Valve and Outlet Valve
Clear Calibrated Acrylic Site Glass Located on Side
Vinyl Hose for Connecting to Infiltration Rings Included
(Units can also be used with IN8P-W but do not conform with ASTM 3385 in this combination)

IN12-W - Turf-Tec International Mariotte Tubes*

* To be used in conjunction with Turf-Tec 12" and 24" Infiltration Rings (IN10-W)