Replacement foot for TSHEAR2 for Synthetic Turf Athletic Fields
TSHEAR2 is sold seperately
For testing synthetic turf fields, the Turf-Tec Shear Strength Tester (TSHEAR2) can be fitted with the optional replacement foot for Synthetic Turf as shown below. This newly designed foot has four hardened steel spikes that protrude 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) below the foot, and into the synthetic turf fibers and infill. The depth is optimal for testing synthetic shear strength values without damaging the turf or backing material. The overall goal is to achieve consistent shear strength values across the entire playing surface. When testing, in addition to the standard 10 recommended test areas shown below, careful attention should be given to painted areas and inlaid areas to ensure footing is consistent in these areas as compared to non-painted and non-inlaid areas.
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To switch from the shear vane foot to testing cleats follow these steps |
Place Phillips screwdriver in ejector foot center hole and remove screw |
Remove ejector foot plate from unit |
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Remove four Phillips screws from shear vane foot |
Remove shear vane foot |
Optional Replacement foot for Synthetic Turf |
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Place foot on unit with same four screws as used with other foot |
Tighten screws securely on Synthetic Turf foot (do not overtighten) |
Test shear strength on Synthetic Turf and observe readings. Pay special attention to worn and painted areas |
For testing synthetic turf fields, the Turf-Tec Shear Strength Tester can also give an indication of the proper length cleats to be worn as well as ensuring the playability and footing is the same across the entire playing surface. Use the Turf-Tec Shear Strength Tester to determine proper cleat length footing values and match those values with an infill depth gauge to also ensure the infill material is the same depth across the entire playing surface. Also testing hardness of the surface with a Clegg Impact Tester to find out Gmax readings will also show hardness of the playing surface. By having the cleat shear strength reading, the Gmax reading and the infill depth reading all in the same range across the entire playing surface will ensure playability and footing is consistent for synthetic turf safety.
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10 suggested test areas for shear strength and Clegg impact testing |
TSHEAR2 Unit for Natural Grass Turf - NEEDED FOR THIS REPLACEMENT FOOT
1471 Capital Circle NW, Suite # 13
Tallahassee, FL 32303
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Phone (850) 580-4026
Fax (850) 580-4027
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