ASTM F1776-21 PDF Download

The ASTM F1776-21 standard specification is applicable to eye safety equipment used in the paintball game. This standard aims to decrease eye and adnexa (associated structures) damage brought on by paintball impact and penetration to a minimum or significantly. The standard addresses a number of features of eye protection devices, including field of view, refractive tolerances, astigmatism, power imbalance, prism imbalance, vertical and horizontal imbalances, luminous transmittance, haze, optical quality, and physical lens flaws.

Eye, face, and head protective equipment made expressly for paintball players falls under the purview of the standard. These items are designed to shield the eyes, adnexa, face, and head against paintball penetration and impact. The eye protective devices' various levels of protection are categorized by the standard. While Type II adds protection for the ears and face, Type I just covers the eyes and adnexa. Type III offers cranial covering in addition to the security that Type II offers.

It's crucial to remember that the standard does not prohibit wearing contact lenses or glasses with eye protection equipment. This means that anyone who needs to wear glasses or contacts while utilizing the recommended eye protection for paintball sports can still do so.