Key parameters of cricket-grade artificial turf

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Pile Height

Recommended: 10-15 mm

Reason: Cricket fields require a flat, low-friction surface to ensure the rolling speed and bounce consistency of the ball. Shorter grass height (10-15 mm) is suitable for cricket fields, especially for pitches used for competitions, because it can provide fast and uniform ball speed while reducing abnormal bounces of the ball. For practice fields, the grass height can be slightly higher (15-20 mm), but it still needs to be smooth.

Stitch Rate/Density

Recommended: 30,000-50,000 stitches per square meter (high density)

Reason: High-density turf can provide better wear resistance and stability, suitable for high-intensity use of cricket fields (players running, ball impact). This is especially important for outdoor fields because they need to resist frequent use and weather effects.

Yarn Material

Recommended: Polyethylene (PE) or Polypropylene (PP) monofilament

Reason: Polyethylene fiber is soft and durable, suitable for cricket courts, providing good foot feel and ball rolling performance. Monofilament fiber (monofilament) is more wear-resistant than fibrillated fiber (fibrillated), and can keep the surface flat, suitable for the precision requirements of cricket games.

Artificial grass Yarn

DTEX (yarn thickness)

Recommended: 8,000-12,000 DTEX

Reason: Medium-high DTEX values ​​ensure the strength and durability of turf fibers, which can withstand high impact forces in cricket (such as fast rolling of the ball and players’ trampling). At the same time, moderate thickness keeps the surface smooth and does not affect the speed of the ball.

Backing and Drainage

Recommended: Double-layer backing (PP cloth + mesh cloth) + good drainage hole design (water drainage per square meter> 1800mm/h)

Reason: Cricket courts are often used outdoors and need to deal with rain. An efficient drainage system quickly removes accumulated water, keeping the field dry and ensuring uninterrupted play. Double-layer adhesive enhances the stability and durability of the turf and prevents fiber shedding.

UV Resistance and Weatherability

Recommendation: UV-resistant treatment, suitable for high temperature and strong sunlight environments

 

Reason: Cricket fields are mostly outdoor, especially in areas with strong sunlight (such as Australia, India, etc., Radford Ezynet may be aimed at similar markets). UV-resistant treatment can extend the life of the turf (more than 6-8 years) and prevent fading or fiber aging.

Friction and Ball Bounce

Recommendation: Low coefficient of friction, ball bounce rate meets International Cricket Council (ICC) standards

Reason: The turf of a cricket field needs to ensure that the ball rolls quickly and predictably, while the bounce height is moderate (usually a medium to low bounce rate). Low friction surfaces can reduce ball deviation and are suitable for fast pitches and spin balls.

Color

Recommendation: Green (dark green or natural grass color)

Reason: Cricket fields have traditionally used green turf, which is visually close to natural grass and conforms to the aesthetic habits of players and spectators. Make sure the color is natural and uniform.

These parameters are based on the professional needs of cricket fields: flatness, low friction, high wear resistance, fast drainage and UV resistance. They meet the international cricket field standards (such as ICC’s requirements for the pitch) and can meet the needs of providing customers with high-quality cricket fields.

We generally recommend the following specific parameters:

Grass height: 12 mm (suitable for cricket match pitches)

Density: 40,000 stitches per square meter

Material: Polyethylene monofilament fiber, DTEX 10,000

Back glue: double-layer back glue with drainage holes

Features: UV-resistant treatment, in line with ICC ball rebound standards

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