ASTM F3383-19a

Standard Test Method for Filament Bind of Single Fibers in Synthetic Turf

SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
5.1 Monofilament fibers in synthetic turf athletic fields need to be sufficiently bound to the synthetic turf fabric. The binding force must be sufficient to resist filament loss by expected forces applied to the turf during installation and anticipated activities on the installed synthetic turf field.  
5.2 Loss of turf fiber filaments from the turf fabric affects the aesthetic appearance of the synthetic turf. There are also potential negative impacts on performance properties from excessive filament loss.  
5.3 Filament bind provides a relative indication of the resistance to fiber loss.
SCOPE
1.1 This test method applies to tufted synthetic turf produced with at least one bundle of monofilament fibers.  
1.2 This test method is applicable to laboratory testing (Method A), and for testing of installed turf (Method B).  
1.3 The results from this test method provide an indication of the resistance to single fiber loss during installation or end use applications of the synthetic turf.  
1.4 All values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard; the values in SI units are provided as information only and are not exact equivalents. In case of reference decisions, the inch-pound units shall prevail.  
1.5 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.  
1.6 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: Published
• Publication Date: 30-Nov-2019
• ICS: 97.220.10 - Sports facilities
• Technical Committee: F08 - Sports Equipment, Playing Surfaces, and Facilities
• Drafting Committee: F08.65 - Artificial Turf Surfaces and Systems

Relations

• Replaces: ASTM F3383-19 - Standard Test Method for Filament Bind of Single Fibers in Synthetic Turf
• Effective Date: 01-Dec-2019
• Refers: ASTM F1551-09(2017) - Standard Test Methods for Comprehensive Characterization of Synthetic Turf Playing Surfaces and Materials
• Effective Date: 01-Dec-2017
• Refers: ASTM D5684-19 - Standard Terminology Relating to Pile Floor Coverings
• Effective Date: 15-May-2019
• Refers: ASTM D5684-19a - Standard Terminology Relating to Pile Floor Coverings
• Effective Date: 01-Jul-2019
• Refers: ASTM F1936-10(2015) - Standard Specification for Impact Attenuation of Turf Playing Systems as Measured in the Field
• Effective Date: 01-Dec-2015
• Refers: ASTM F1936-19 - Standard Specification for Impact Attenuation of Turf Playing Systems as Measured in the Field
• Effective Date: 01-Jul-2019

Standards Content (Sample)

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: F3383 − 19a
Standard Test Method for
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Filament Bind of Single Fibers in Synthetic Turf
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F3383; 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 3. Terminology
1.1 This test method applies to tufted synthetic turf pro-
3.1 For terminology relating to Pile Floor Covering, refer to
duced with at least one bundle of monofilament fibers.
Terminology D5684.
3.1.1 The following terms are relevant to this standard:
1.2 This test method is applicable to laboratory testing
carpet, constant-rate-of-extension, cut pile floor covering, tuft,
(Method A), and for testing of installed turf (Method B).
tuft bind, tuft leg, tufted fabric, filament, slit tape, slit film, and
1.3 The results from this test method provide an indication
monofilament.
of the resistance to single fiber loss during installation or end
use applications of the synthetic turf. 3.2 For terminology relating to Synthetic Turf Materials,
refer to Test Methods F1551.
1.4 All values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded
as standard; the values in SI units are provided as information 3.3 Definitions:
only and are not exact equivalents. In case of reference
3.3.1 bundle of monofilament fibers, n—group of two or
decisions, the inch-pound units shall prevail.
more (typically 4 to 12) monofilaments held together by wrap
yarn(s) (one or two) or by being twisted together to give a
1.5 This standard does not purport to address all of the
cohesive bundle.
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
3.3.2 filament bind, n—the force required to pull one fila-
priate safety, health, and environmental practices and deter-
ment from one bundle of one tuft from the synthetic turf fabric
mine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
sample.
1.6 This international standard was developed in accor-
3.3.3 lab sample, n—a full width cut of the synthetic turf
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-
rolltobetested,insuringsufficientmaterialforthetestsamples
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
(Procedure A).
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
3.3.4 test sample, n—a sample cut to a minimum of 6 by 6
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee. in. (150 by 150 mm), from the lab sample (Procedure A).
3.3.4.1 Discussion—For lab testing with Procedure B (6.4),
2. Referenced Documents
assure test sample size is a minimum of 3 in. greater, in length
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and width, than the size of the portable device base.
2.1 ASTM Standards:
D76 Specification for Tensile Testing Machines for Textiles
3.3.5 test area, n—the synthetic turf exposed through the 3
D1776 Practice for Conditioning and Testing Textiles
in. (7.6 cm) opening in the clamp (ProcedureA), or base of the
D5684 Terminology Relating to Pile Floor Coverings
portable device (Procedure B).
F1551 Test Methods for Comprehensive Characterization of
3.3.6 test location, n—the specific area tested on a synthetic
Synthetic Turf Playing Surfaces and Materials
turf field (7.2.1), consisting of a 20 by 20 in. (51 by 51 cm)
F1936 Specification for Impact Attenuation of Turf Playing
square divided into four quadrants (Procedure B).
Systems as Measured in the Field
3.3.7 test specimens, n—a single filament from a single tuft
leg (Procedure A and B).
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This test method is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F08 on Sports
Equipment, Playing Surfaces, and Facilities and is the direct responsibility of
Subcommittee F08.65 on Artificial Turf Surfaces and Systems. 4. Summary of Test Method
Current edition approved Dec. 1, 2019. Published January 2020. Originally
4.1 A test sample is mounted in a clamping device (see
approved in 2019. Last previous edition approved in 2019 as F3383 – 19. DOI:
10.1520/F3383-19A.
Procedures A and B) associated with the constant rate of
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extension (CRE) force testing device. The force required to
contact ASTM Customer Service at [e-mail]. For Annual Book of ASTM
pull one filament from one bundle of one tuft from the
Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on
the ASTM website. synthetic turf fabric sample is measured as the filament bind.
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Designation: F3383 − 19 F3383 − 19a
Standard Test Method for
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Filament Bind of Single Fibers in Synthetic Turf
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F3383; 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 test method applies to tufted synthetic turf produced with at least one bundle of monofilament fibers.
1.2 This test method is applicable to laboratory testing (Method A), and for testing of installed turf (Method B).
1.3 The results from this test method provide an indication of the resistance to single fiber loss during installation or end use
applications of the synthetic turf.
1.4 All values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard; the values in SI units are provided as information only
and are not exact equivalents. In case of reference decisions, the inch-pound units shall prevail.
1.5 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.
1.6 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:
D76 Specification for Tensile Testing Machines for Textiles
D1776 Practice for Conditioning and Testing Textiles
D5684 Terminology Relating to Pile Floor Coverings
F1551 Test Methods for Comprehensive Characterization of Synthetic Turf Playing Surfaces and Materials
F1936 Specification for Impact Attenuation of Turf Playing Systems as Measured in the Field
3. Terminology
3.1 For terminology relating to Pile Floor Covering, refer to Terminology D5684.
3.1.1 The following terms are relevant to this standard: carpet,constant-rate-of-extension,cut pile floor covering,tuft,tuft
bind,tuft leg,tufted fabric,filament,slit tape,slit film, and monofilament.
3.2 For terminology relating to Synthetic Turf Materials, refer to Test Methods F1551.
3.3 Definitions:
3.3.1 bundle of monofilament fibers, n—group of two or more (typically 4 to 12) monofilaments held together by wrap yarn(s)
(one or two) or by being twisted together to give a cohesive bundle.
3.3.2 filament bind, n—the force required to pull one filament from one bundle of one tuft from the synthetic turf fabric sample.
3.3.3 lab sample, n—a full width cut of the synthetic turf roll to be tested, insuring sufficient material for the test samples
(Procedure A).
3.3.4 test sample, n—a sample cut to a minimum of 6 by 6 in. (150 by 150 mm), from the lab sample (Procedure A).
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This test method is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F08 on Sports Equipment, Playing Surfaces, and Facilities and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee
F08.65 on Artificial Turf Surfaces and Systems.
Current edition approved May 15, 2019Dec. 1, 2019. Published August 2019January 2020. Originally approved in 2019. Last previous edition approved in 2019 as
F3383 – 19. DOI: 10.1520/F3383-19.10.1520/F3383-19A.
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3.3.4.1 Discussion—
For lab testing with Procedure B (6.4), assure test sample size is a minimum of 3 in. greater, in length and width, than the size
of the portable device base.
3.3.5 test area, n—the synthetic turf exposed through the 3 in. (7.6 cm) opening in the clamp (Procedure A), or base of the
portable device (Procedure B).
3.3.6 test location, n—the specific area tested on a synthetic turf field (7.2.1), consisting of a 20 by 20 in. (51 by 51 cm) square
divided into four quadrants (Procedure B).
3.3.7 test specimens, n—a single filament from a single tuft leg (Procedure A and B).
4. Su
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