Data obtained from the procedure of this test method are indicative of the relative abrasiveness of fabric or carpet type synthetic playing surfaces.

1. Scope

1.1 This test method is applicable to both laboratory and field measurement of synthetic turf surfaces used for sports.

1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.

1.3 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 and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

2. Referenced Documents (purchase separately) The documents listed below are referenced within the subject standard but are not provided as part of the standard.

ASTM Standards

C421 Test Method for Tumbling Friability of Preformed Block-Type and Preformed Pipe-Covering-Type Thermal Insulation

E105 Practice for Probability Sampling of Materials

E122 Practice for Calculating Sample Size to Estimate, With Specified Precision, the Average for a Characteristic of a Lot or Process

F355 Test Method for Impact Attenuation of Playing Surface Systems and Materials

Keywords

abrasiveness ; abrasiveness index; playing surfaces; relative abrasiveness; synthetic turf; Abrasives/abrasivity; Field testing; Flooring/floor covering systems; Foam friability index; Sports facilities playing surfaces; Synthetic turf field system; Testing methods;

ICS Code

ICS Number Code 97.220.10 (Sports facilities)

Citing ASTM Standards

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