ASTM F3189-20 PDF Download

A method for evaluating the performance characteristics of artificial turf surfaces is provided by the ASTM F3189-20 standard. A key element affecting both comfort and performance is the dynamic contact between the athlete and the turf surface. The objective of the standard is to evaluate the force reduction, vertical deformation, and energy restitution capabilities of synthetic turf systems.

Vertical deformation quantifies the amount of surface displacement that takes place under load, whereas force reduction refers to the surface's capacity to withstand the impact force applied by the athlete. These characteristics are crucial for the comfort and safety of athletes since severe vertical deformation might result in lower energy restitution and excessive force reduction can hurt the lower extremity joints.

The turf fabric, infill material, and optional shock pad are just a few of the parts of synthetic turf systems that can be tested. The test's findings can be used to describe how synthetic turf systems operate in both laboratory and outdoor settings. The standard intends to provide useful data for the development and improvement of synthetic turf systems by evaluating these features, thereby benefiting athletes and ensuring safer playing fields.