ASTM F1081-97
Historical Standard: ASTM F1081-97 Standard Specification for Competition Wrestling Mats
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ASTM F1081
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.
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.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 as stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values in parentheses are given for information only.
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 and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. See Notes 5 and 8 for specific hazards statements.
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
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
F355 Test Method for Impact Attenuation of Playing Surface Systems and Materials
National Collegiate Athletic Association Document
NCAAOfficialWrestlinU.S. Wrestling Federation Document
InternationalWrestliNational Federation of State High School Associations Document
OfficialHighSchoolWrKeywords
mats; wrestling; Collegiate wrestling mats; Competition wrestling mats; High school wrestling mats; International free style mats; Scholastic wrestling mats; Sports equipment--specifications; Sports protective equipment--specifications;
ICS Code
ICS Number Code 97.220.30 (Indoor sports equipment)
DOI: 10.1520/F1081-97
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