ASTM F1081-09(2021)
(Specification)Standard Specification for Competition Wrestling Mats
Standard Specification for Competition Wrestling Mats
ABSTRACT
This specification establishes the physical and performance requirements for qualifying construction designs of competition wrestling mats used in U.S. collegiate or high school style (Type I), and international free style (Type II) wrestling. All mat constructions are included here, except for felt-core mats enclosed in sewn covers. The mats shall be tested and conform accordingly to tensile strength, shock absorption, and thickness requirements.
SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
5.1 The mats shall be constructed to yield the values listed in Table 1 throughout the mat area under the conditions of the manufacturer's warranty.
5.2 Special requirements for the mats shall be subject to purchase agreements. Special requirements shall never reduce any of the basic requirements listed in this standard.
5.3 Good manufacturing practices shall be used in the construction and inspection of the mats.
SCOPE
1.1 This specification covers competition wrestling mats used at the high school and college levels. All mat constructions are included, except felt-core mats enclosed in sewn covers. The intended use of this standard is for the qualification of construction designs.
Note 1: The known constructions, as of the issuance of this specification are: (1) closed-cell foam cores with polyvinyl chloride (PVC) or PVC copolymer coatings, or both, which are integral parts of the mat; (2) closed-cell foam cores with attached fabric cover; (3) foam cores, either open- or closed-cell enclosed in sewn, loose covers, and (4) molded open-cell PVC foam with a dense skin on one surface which is an integral part of the mat.
Note 2: There is no known ISO equivalent to this standard.
1.2 This specification covers mats used in the two major styles of wrestling: U.S. collegiate or high school, and international free style.
1.3 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.
1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. See Note 6 for specific hazards statements.
1.5 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
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This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
Designation:F1081 −09 (Reapproved 2021) An American National Standard
Standard Specification for
Competition Wrestling Mats
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F1081; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope 2. Referenced Documents
1.1 This specification covers competition wrestling mats 2.1 ASTM Standards:
used at the high school and college levels. All mat construc- D412 Test Methods forVulcanized Rubber andThermoplas-
tions are included, except felt-core mats enclosed in sewn tic Elastomers—Tension
covers.Theintendeduseofthisstandardisforthequalification D1056 Specification for Flexible Cellular Materials—
of construction designs. Sponge or Expanded Rubber
D1682 Test Method for Breaking Load and Elongation of
NOTE 1—The known constructions, as of the issuance of this specifi-
Textile Fabric (Withdrawn 1992)
cation are: (1) closed-cell foam cores with polyvinyl chloride (PVC) or
F355 TestMethodforImpactAttenuationofPlayingSurface
PVC copolymer coatings, or both, which are integral parts of the mat; (2)
closed-cell foam cores with attached fabric cover; (3) foam cores, either
Systems, Other Protective Sport Systems, and Materials
open- or closed-cell enclosed in sewn, loose covers, and (4) molded
Used for Athletics, Recreation and Play
open-cell PVC foam with a dense skin on one surface which is an integral
2.2 National Collegiate Athletic Association Document:
part of the mat.
NCAA Official Wrestling Rules
NOTE 2—There is no known ISO equivalent to this standard.
2.3 U.S. Wrestling Federation Document:
1.2 This specification covers mats used in the two major
International Wrestling Rules, Freestyle, and Greco-Roman
styles of wrestling: U.S. collegiate or high school, and inter-
2.4 National Federation of State High School Associations
national free style.
Document:
1.3 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded
Official High School Wrestling Rules
as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical
3. Terminology
conversions to SI units that are provided for information only
and are not considered standard.
3.1 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:
3.1.1 coating—Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) or PVC
1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the copolymer, or both, or other suitable polymeric materials.
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
3.1.2 cure—Evaporation of solvents from coating and
priate safety, health, and environmental practices and deter-
coated foam mats only.
mine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
4. Classification
See Note 6 for specific hazards statements.
1.5 This international standard was developed in accor-
4.1 Classify mats in accordance with the style of wrestling
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-
being performed.
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
4.2 The classifications are:
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee. For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or
contact ASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM
Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on
the ASTM website.
1 3
This specification is under the jurisdiction ofASTM Committee F08 on Sports The last approved version of this historical standard is referenced on
Equipment, Playing Surfaces, and Facilitiesand is the direct responsibility of www.astm.org.
Subcommittee F08.12 on Gymnastics and Wrestling Equipment. NCAA, Shawnee Mission, KN 66222.
Current edition approved Dec. 1, 2021. Published January 2022. Originally US Wrestling Federation, 405 West Hall of Fame Ave., Stillwater, OK 74074.
approved in 1987. Last previous edition approved in 2015 as F1081 – 09 (2015). National Federation of State High School Associations, P.O. Box 20626,
DOI: 10.1520/F1081-09R21. Kansas City, MO 64195.
Copyright © ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959. United States
F1081−09 (2021)
4.2.1 Type I—U.S. collegiate or high school style wrestling. 7.3 Mats of the coating/foam construction shall not be used
4.2.2 Type II—International free style wrestling. if any areas of the coating are missing. (Warning—Areas of
mats of coating/foam construction having missing coating are
5. Significance and Use
considered health hazards.)
5.1 The mats shall be constructed to yield the values listed
NOTE 5—Mats should be cleaned and sanitized daily, or after each use,
in Table 1 throughout the mat area under the conditions of the
as recommended by the manufacturer.
manufacturer’s warranty.
8. Dimensions
5.2 Special requirements for the mats shall be subject to
purchase agreements. Special requirements shall never reduce 8.1 The mats shall meet the requirements for minimal
dimensions and markings given in the rules of the National
any of the basic requirements listed in this standard.
CollegiateAthleticAssociation, the U.S. Wrestling Federation,
5.3 Good manufacturing practices shall be used in the
and the National Federation of State High SchoolAssociations.
construction and inspection of the mats.
8.2 The length and width dimensions of the mats shall b
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Designation: F1081 − 09 (Reapproved 2021) An American National Standard
Standard Specification for
Competition Wrestling Mats
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F1081; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope 2. Referenced Documents
1.1 This specification covers competition wrestling mats 2.1 ASTM Standards:
used at the high school and college levels. All mat construc- D412 Test Methods for Vulcanized Rubber and Thermoplas-
tions are included, except felt-core mats enclosed in sewn tic Elastomers—Tension
covers. The intended use of this standard is for the qualification D1056 Specification for Flexible Cellular Materials—
of construction designs. Sponge or Expanded Rubber
D1682 Test Method for Breaking Load and Elongation of
NOTE 1—The known constructions, as of the issuance of this specifi-
Textile Fabric (Withdrawn 1992)
cation are: (1) closed-cell foam cores with polyvinyl chloride (PVC) or
F355 Test Method for Impact Attenuation of Playing Surface
PVC copolymer coatings, or both, which are integral parts of the mat; (2)
closed-cell foam cores with attached fabric cover; (3) foam cores, either
Systems, Other Protective Sport Systems, and Materials
open- or closed-cell enclosed in sewn, loose covers, and (4) molded
Used for Athletics, Recreation and Play
open-cell PVC foam with a dense skin on one surface which is an integral 4
2.2 National Collegiate Athletic Association Document:
part of the mat.
NCAA Official Wrestling Rules
NOTE 2—There is no known ISO equivalent to this standard.
2.3 U.S. Wrestling Federation Document:
1.2 This specification covers mats used in the two major
International Wrestling Rules, Freestyle, and Greco-Roman
styles of wrestling: U.S. collegiate or high school, and inter-
2.4 National Federation of State High School Associations
national free style.
Document:
1.3 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded
Official High School Wrestling Rules
as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical
3. Terminology
conversions to SI units that are provided for information only
and are not considered standard.
3.1 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:
3.1.1 coating—Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) or PVC
1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the
copolymer, or both, or other suitable polymeric materials.
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
3.1.2 cure—Evaporation of solvents from coating and
priate safety, health, and environmental practices and deter-
coated foam mats only.
mine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
4. Classification
See Note 6 for specific hazards statements.
1.5 This international standard was developed in accor-
4.1 Classify mats in accordance with the style of wrestling
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-
being performed.
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
4.2 The classifications are:
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
contact ASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM
Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on
the ASTM website.
1 3
This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F08 on Sports The last approved version of this historical standard is referenced on
Equipment, Playing Surfaces, and Facilitiesand is the direct responsibility of www.astm.org.
Subcommittee F08.12 on Gymnastics and Wrestling Equipment. NCAA, Shawnee Mission, KN 66222.
Current edition approved Dec. 1, 2021. Published January 2022. Originally US Wrestling Federation, 405 West Hall of Fame Ave., Stillwater, OK 74074.
approved in 1987. Last previous edition approved in 2015 as F1081 – 09 (2015). National Federation of State High School Associations, P.O. Box 20626,
DOI: 10.1520/F1081-09R21. Kansas City, MO 64195.
Copyright © ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959. United States
F1081 − 09 (2021)
4.2.1 Type I—U.S. collegiate or high school style wrestling. 7.3 Mats of the coating/foam construction shall not be used
4.2.2 Type II—International free style wrestling. if any areas of the coating are missing. (Warning—Areas of
mats of coating/foam construction having missing coating are
5. Significance and Use
considered health hazards.)
5.1 The mats shall be constructed to yield the values listed
NOTE 5—Mats should be cleaned and sanitized daily, or after each use,
in Table 1 throughout the mat area under the conditions of the
as recommended by the manufacturer.
manufacturer’s warranty.
8. Dimensions
5.2 Special requirements for the mats shall be subject to
8.1 The mats shall meet the requirements for minimal
purchase agreements. Special requirements shall never reduce
any of the basic requirements listed in this standard. dimensions and markings given in the rules of the National
Collegiate Athletic Association, the U.S. Wrestling Federation,
5.3 Good manufacturing practices shall be used in the
and the National Federation of State High School Associations.
construction and inspection of the mats.
8.2 The length and width dimensions of the mats shall be as
6. Performance Requirements
given in the appropriate rule book.
6.1 The requirements l
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it may not be technically possible to adequately depict all changes accurately, ASTM recommends that users consult prior editions as appropriate. In all cases only the current version
of the standard as published by ASTM is to be considered the official document.
Designation: F1081 − 09 (Reapproved 2015) F1081 − 09 (Reapproved 2021)An American National Standard
Standard Specification for
Competition Wrestling Mats
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F1081; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope
1.1 This specification covers competition wrestling mats used at the high school and college levels. All mat constructions are
included, except felt-core mats enclosed in sewn covers. The intended use of this standard is for the qualification of construction
designs.
NOTE 1—The known constructions, as of the issuance of this specification are: (1) closed-cell foam cores with polyvinyl chloride (PVC) or PVC
copolymer coatings, or both, which are integral parts of the mat; (2) closed-cell foam cores with attached fabric cover; (3) foam cores, either open- or
closed-cell enclosed in sewn, loose covers, and (4) molded open-cell PVC foam with a dense skin on one surface which is an integral part of the mat.
NOTE 2—There is no known ISO equivalent to this standard.
1.2 This specification covers mats used in the two major styles of wrestling: U.S. collegiate or high school, and international free
style.
1.3 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical
conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.
1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility
of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety safety, health, and healthenvironmental practices and determine the
applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. See Note 6 for specific hazards statements.
1.5 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization
established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued
by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
2. Referenced Documents
2.1 ASTM Standards:
D412 Test Methods for Vulcanized Rubber and Thermoplastic Elastomers—Tension
D1056 Specification for Flexible Cellular Materials—Sponge or Expanded Rubber
D1682 Test Method for Breaking Load and Elongation of Textile Fabric (Withdrawn 1992)
F355 Test Method for Impact Attenuation of Playing Surface Systems, Other Protective Sport Systems, and Materials Used for
Athletics, Recreation and Play
This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F08 on Sports Equipment, Playing Surfaces, and Facilitiesand is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee
F08.12 on Gymnastics and Wrestling Equipment.
Current edition approved April 1, 2015Dec. 1, 2021. Published July 2015January 2022. Originally approved in 1987. Last previous edition approved in 20092015 as
F1081 – 09.F1081 – 09 (2015). DOI: 10.1520/F1081-09R15.10.1520/F1081-09R21.
For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or contact ASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM Standards
volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on the ASTM website.
The last approved version of this historical standard is referenced on www.astm.org.
Copyright © ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959. United States
F1081 − 09 (2021)
2.2 National Collegiate Athletic Association Document:
NCAA Official Wrestling Rules
2.3 U.S. Wrestling Federation Document:
International Wrestling Rules, Freestyle, and Greco-Roman
2.4 National Federation of State High School Associations Document:
Official High School Wrestling Rules
3. Terminology
3.1 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:
3.1.1 coating—Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) or PVC copolymer, or both, or other suitable polymeric materials.
3.1.2 cure—Evaporation of solvents from coating and coated foam mats only.
4. Classification
4.1 Classify mats in accordance with the style of wrestling being performed.
4.2 The classifications are:
4.2.1 Type I—U.S. collegiate or high school style wrestling.
4.2.2 Type II—International free style wrestling.
5. Significance and Use
5.1 The mats shall be constructed to yield the values listed in Table 1 throughout the mat area under the conditions of the
manufacturer’s warranty.
5.2 Special requirements for the mats shall be subject to purchase agreements. Special requirements shall never reduce any of the
basic requirements listed in this standard.
5.3 Good manufacturing practices shall be used in the construction and inspection of the mats.
6. Performance Requirements
6.1 The requirements listed in this section and in Table 1 are minimal for new and reconditioned mats.
6.2 Shock Absorption:
6.2.1 Determine the shock absorption properties of the mats in accordance with Procedure A of Test Method F355.
6.2.2 The maximum g values for the mats shall be as listed in Table 1.
max
TABLE 1 Performance and Physical Property Values for
Wrestling Mats
Used-
Test Recondi-
Property Section New Rejection
Method tioned
Level
G 13.2
max
at 167 ± 8.6 in./s (423 ± 22 F355 100 100 .
cm/s), max
Thickness, in. (mm), min 13.3 D1056 25 (1.00) 25 (1.00) 20 (0.80)
NCAA, Shawnee Mission, KN 66222.
US Wrestling Federation, 405 West Hall of Fame Ave., Stillwater, OK 74074.
National Federation of State High School Associatio
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