ASTM F2574-06(2018)

Standard Specification for Low Velocity Projectile Marker

ABSTRACT
This specification covers low velocity projectile (LVP) markers that eject a low velocity resilient material (LVRM) projectile using compressed air, compressed gas, or a combination of both. Included in this specification are performance requirements and test methods for LVP markers as well as the minimum warnings and instructions that need to be provided in literature, on labels, on packaging, and on the marker itself. The LVP markers shall be manufactured to operate only in semi-automatic or pump mode and with exposed edges that shall be smooth and free of sharp edges and burrs. LVP markers shall be provided with a disabling device which shall keep it from firing and with a provision against accidental discharge. The markers shall undergo tests for disabling device, accidental discharge, barrel blocking device, and impact, and shall conform to the requirements specified.
SCOPE
1.1 This specification covers low velocity projectile markers (herein referred to as LVP marker) that propel a low velocity resilient material projectile (herein referred to as LVRM projectile as defined in Specification F2573) by means of energy released by compressed air, compressed gas, or a combination thereof, with velocity not to exceed 53.34 m/s (175 ft/s).  
1.2 LVRM projectiles are made of a resilient material and have a diameter no smaller than 20 mm (0.7874 in) and no greater than 30 mm (1.18 in.). The hardness of the LVRM projectile is to be no greater than 75 Shore 00. The weight of the LVRM projectile is not to exceed 4.0 g.  
1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.  
1.4 The following precautionary caveat pertains only to the test method portion, Section 8, of this specification. 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.  
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.

General Information

• Status: Historical
• Publication Date: 31-May-2018
• ICS: 97.220.99 - Other sports equipment and facilities
• Technical Committee: F08 - Sports Equipment, Playing Surfaces, and Facilities
• Drafting Committee: F08.24 - Paintball and Equipment

Standards Content (Sample)

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Designation:F2574 −06 (Reapproved 2018) An American National Standard
Standard Specification for
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Low Velocity Projectile Marker
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F2574; 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 Propellant Source Interface
F1776 Specification for Eye Protective Devices for Paintball
1.1 Thisspecificationcoverslowvelocityprojectilemarkers
Sports
(herein referred to as LVP marker) that propel a low velocity
F2573 Specification for Low Velocity Resilient Material
resilient material projectile (herein referred to as LVRM
Projectile
projectile as defined in Specification F2573) by means of
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2.2 ANSI Standard:
energy released by compressed air, compressed gas, or a
Z535.1 Safety Color Code
combination thereof, with velocity not to exceed 53.34 m/s
(175 ft/s).
3. Terminology
1.2 LVRM projectiles are made of a resilient material and
3.1 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:
have a diameter no smaller than 20 mm (0.7874 in) and no
3.1.1 auto-trigger—trigger that, when held in the discharge
greater than 30 mm (1.18 in.). The hardness of the LVRM
position, will automatically cause the LVPmarker to discharge
projectile is to be no greater than 75 Shore 00. The weight of
when the pump or bolt action is manipulated.
the LVRM projectile is not to exceed 4.0 g.
3.1.2 backstop—object intended to stop a LVRM projectile.
1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as
3.1.3 barrel—that portion of a LVP marker through which
standard. The values given in parentheses are for information
only. the LVRM projectile is discharged.
3.1.4 barrel blocking device—muzzle blocking safety de-
1.4 The following precautionary caveat pertains only to the
test method portion, Section 8, of this specification. This vice that when properly installed, reduces the likelihood of an
intact LVRM projectile discharging from the marker or leaving
standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns,
if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user the confines of the barrel blocking device. The device is often
referred to as a barrel plug or sleeve.
of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and
environmental practices and determine the applicability of
3.1.5 cautionary statement—warning outlined in Section 9
regulatory limitations prior to use.
that is to be placed on LVP markers, packaging, and literature.
1.5 This international standard was developed in accor-
3.1.6 disabling device—device that, when activated, dis-
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-
ables a part of the LVP marker, usually the trigger, to prevent
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
unintentional discharges and must be released to allow the
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
marker to be discharged by the movement of the trigger. The
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
device is sometimes referred to as the “safety,” “safety button,”
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
or “safety lever.” An electronic on/off switch is considered a
disabling device if when placed in the “off” position, it renders
2. Referenced Documents
the marker inoperable.
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2.1 ASTM Standards:
3.1.7 discharge mode—mode that controls the number of
F1750 Specification for Paintball Marker Threaded-
LVRM projectiles discharged per trigger cycle.
3.1.8 feed mechanism—mechanism that stores, transports,
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This specification is under the jurisdiction ofASTM Committee F08 on Sports and facilitates the loading of LVRM projectiles. It may be
Equipment, Playing Surfaces, and Facilities and is the direct responsibility of
gravity,mechanicallyorairassisted,orautomaticinitsactions.
Subcommittee F08.24 on Paintball and Equipment.
3.1.9 hopper—device used with a LVP marker to store
Current edition approved June 1, 2018. Published August 2018. Originally
approved in 2006. Last previous edition approved in 2014 as F2574 – 06 (2014).
LVRM projectiles.
DOI: 10.1520/F2574-06R18.
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3.1.10 impact
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Designation: F2574 − 06 (Reapproved 2014) F2574 − 06 (Reapproved 2018)An American National Standard
Standard Specification for
1
Low Velocity Projectile Marker
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F2574; 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 low velocity projectile markers (herein referred to as LVP marker) that propel a low velocity
resilient material projectile (herein referred to as LVRM projectile as defined in Specification F2573) by means of energy released
by compressed air, compressed gas, or a combination thereof, with velocity not to exceed 53.34 m/s (175 ft/s).
1.2 LVRM projectiles are made of a resilient material and have a diameter no smaller than 20 mm (0.7874 in) and no greater
than 30 mm (1.18 in.). The hardness of the LVRM projectile is to be no greater than 75 Shore 00. The weight of the LVRM
projectile is not to exceed 4.0 g.
1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.
1.4 The following precautionary caveat pertains only to the test method portion, Section 8, of this specification. 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.
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
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2.1 ASTM Standards:
F1750 Specification for Paintball Marker Threaded-Propellant Source Interface
F1776 Specification for Eye Protective Devices for Paintball Sports
F2573 Specification for Low Velocity Resilient Material Projectile
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2.2 ANSI Standard:
Z535.1 Safety Color Code
3. Terminology
3.1 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:
3.1.1 auto-trigger—trigger that, when held in the discharge position, will automatically cause the LVP marker to discharge when
the pump or bolt action is manipulated.
3.1.2 backstop—object intended to stop a LVRM projectile.
3.1.3 barrel—that portion of a LVP marker through which the LVRM projectile is discharged.
3.1.4 barrel blocking device—muzzle blocking safety device that when properly installed, reduces the likelihood of an intact
LVRM projectile discharging from the marker or leaving the confines of the barrel blocking device. The device is often referred
to as a barrel plug or sleeve.
3.1.5 cautionary statement—warning outlined in Section 9 that is to be placed on LVP markers, packaging, and literature.
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This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F08 on Sports Equipment, Playing Surfaces, and Facilities and is the direct responsibility of
Subcommittee F08.24 on Paintball and Equipment.
Current edition approved May 1, 2014June 1, 2018. Published September 2014August 2018. Originally approved in 2006. Last previous edition approved in 20102014
as F2574 – 06 (2010).(2014). DOI: 10.1520/F2574-06R14.10.1520/F2574-06R18.
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For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or contact ASTM Customer Service at [e-mail]. For Annual Book of ASTM Standards
volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on the ASTM website.
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3.1.6 disabling device—device that, when activated, disables a part of the LVP marker, usually the trigger, to prevent
unintentional discharges and must be released to allow the marker to be discharged by the movement of the trigger. The device
is sometimes referred to as the “safety,” “safety button,” or “safety lever.” An electronic on/off switch is considered a disabling
device if when placed in the “off” position, it renders the
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