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Turf-Tec Infiltrometer

Turf-Tec finally has answered the age old question, "How do I

determine Infiltration rate?" The Turf-Tec Infiltrometer is

simple to operate and easy to use! Determine infiltration rate

in as little as fifteen minutes.

Now, for the first time, a field instrument to measure the rate of

water infiltration on all areas. This instrument determines the

downward flow of water through the turf and soil.

Elapsed time indicator makes it possible to correlate irrigation

time to the infiltration rate of your turf. Record keeping of

Infiltrometer readings can

aid in keeping track of

significant changes in water

percolation.

Has double ring accuracy. The Infiltrometer has been

used by 100's of Colleges, Universities and

Government agency's. Trusted and reliable and made

to last.

Turf-Tec Infiltrometer has double ring accuracy

Another first from Turf-Tec International

Check Infiltration on:

Specifications:

Turfgrass areas

• Golf greens

• Fairways

• Golf tees

• Sports fields

• New construction

• Lawns

• Playgrounds

• Research plots

• Seed beds

• Environmental

Science

Engineering

Applications

• Drain Fields

• Wetland assessment

• Urban Runoff

• Drainage basins

• Retention ponds

• Infiltration pits and

systems

• Percolation holes

• Storm water planning

• Storm water

discharge

• Site Planning

• Rain Gardens

• No damage to turf or soil

• Inner ring diameter (ID) of 2 3/8

inches (6.03 cm)

• Outer ring diameter (ID) of 4 1/4

inches (10.79 cm)

• Sturdy construction

• Rust proof zinc plating

• Depth limiting ring

• Count down timer clock with

beeper alarm

• Water level scale in inches and

millimeter

• Float and inch indicator

• Double ring

• Heat treated, case hardened cutter

blade

• Handle grips

Summary of content (9 pages)

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Turf-Tec Infiltrometer Turf-Tec finally has answered the age old question, "How do I determine Infiltration rate?" The Turf-Tec Infiltrometer is simple to operate and easy to use! Determine infiltration rate in as little as fifteen minutes. Now, for the first time, a field instrument to measure the rate of water infiltration on all areas. This instrument determines the downward flow of water through the turf and soil.
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INFILTROMETER INSTRUCTIONS Outline of Uses The Turf-Tec Infiltrometer was specifically designed to give infiltration readings directly on site. It can give you a reading on the rate of water percolation through grass, thatch, mat and soil as well as directly on bare soil. Reliability of testing and reducing variables Saturated test (The most reliable test method): The most reliable test method for measuring infiltration is called a saturated test.
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Each infiltration reading should be duly recorded, so that comparisons can be made periodically. You will probably find wide differences in infiltration rates from area to area, especially when testing newly constructed areas or areas where the soil has been disturbed compared to areas where the soil has remained unchanged. The best way to insure infiltration results will be consistent, is to record the infiltration rate on each area so that you can compare any changes.
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take your readings. This method is similar to the ASTM 3385 test procedure where you are looking for the lowest rate for that soil. If you take a 15 minute test, the following 15 minute test should be the same infiltration rate to assure the soil has reached saturation. If not continue taking 15 minute tests until the readings are the same for that area. Environmental testing The Turf-Tec Infiltrometer can be used to perform various types of environmental tests.
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TURF-TEC INTERNATIONAL INFILTRATION RINGS MONITORING RECORD We suggest recording your results along with these certain variables on this page: * MAKE A COPY OF THIS PAGE FOR EACH AREA TO BE TESTED.
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TURF-TEC INTERNATIONAL INFILTRATION RINGS MONITORING RECORD (SAMPLE PAGE) We suggest recording your results along with these certain variables on this page: PLACE: ______Test site L4682 ________ DATE: _____7/31/10___ ____ TIME: _____6:30 am_____ EXACT LOCATION: _NE corner 100 yards from boundary FORMER RAINFALL / IRRIGATION INFORMATION No rainfall, past 48 hours 1/4 inch irrigation, 28 hours ago.
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Turf-Tec Infiltrometer Operating Instructions 1. Setting the timer: A) Press the Stop/Reset Button once to reset the timer to read "00 00". B) Set the timer for 15 minutes by pressing minutes 15 times until 15:00 is displayed. 2. Place double ring cutting blades on the area to be tested. Silicone spray may be applied to the cutter edges to allow easier and cleaner removal of tool. 3.
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14. To start timer again repeat step #1. It is best to get several readings on an area to get the average infiltration rate. 15. If the infiltration rate is slow, a thirty minute or an hour long test may be desired, if the infiltration rate is fast (In new sand construction), a five minute test may be sufficient. 16. After using your Turf-Tec Infiltrometer, wash the cutter blades, dry, and spray with silicone (this will help the Infiltrometer to remove a clean plug and prevent rust).
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Free downloadable spreadsheets for monitoring turfgrass areas. --also-Free downloadable spreadsheet for ASTM 3385 Infiltration testing Included is Moisture Sensor data, Penetrometer data sheet and Infiltrometer data sheets with automatic calculation of averages. Sample of the Turf-Tec Moisture Sensor monitoring spreadsheet. This sheet includes moisture readings for levels of 1, 2, 3, and 4 inches in the soil profile. It also calculates average moisture by depth and by area.