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XR® Geomembranes vs. Polypropylene
Geomembrane Competitive Comparison
Comparison of Coated Fabric vs. Laminate
| 30 mil XR-5® |
36 mil Polypropylene |
45 mil Polypropylene |
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| Tensile Strength ASTM D-751 Grab Method |
550 lbs | 275 lbs | 300 lbs |
| Puncture Resistance ASTM D-751 Ball Tip |
650 lbs | 200 lbs | 200 lbs |
| Hydrocarbon Resistance | Excellent | Poor | Poor |
| Blocking Resistance | Excellent | Fair | Fair |
| Water Absorption (100° C, 7 days) |
+9.9% | +85.8% | +85.8% |
| Hydrostatic Resistance ASTM D-751 |
800 psi | 375 psi | 375 psi |
| Years on U.S. Market | 27 | 13 | 13 |
| Seam Strength Compared to parent material |
≥100% | < 80% | < 90% |
| High Temp. Dead Load – 2" seam, 4 hrs. (105 lbs @ 160° F) |
Pass | Fail | Fail |
Compare Chemical Resistance of XR Geomembranes vs Polypropylene
