ASTM F3164-24 PDF
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Full title and description
ASTM F3164-24 — Standard Specification for Eye Protectors for Racket Sports (that is, Racquetball, Squash, Tennis, Pickleball). This specification establishes performance, design, materials and test-method requirements for eye protectors intended to minimize or significantly reduce injury to the eye and adnexa from impacts and penetration by rackets/paddles and balls used in racket sports.
Abstract
This standard defines three types of racket-sport eye protectors, addresses compatibility with prescription lenses, specifies mechanical and optical requirements, and includes test methods (see Sections 9–11) for assessing impact, penetration, optical quality and failure criteria. The document emphasizes use of impact-resistant materials (polycarbonate recommended for spectacle lenses) and sets pass/fail conditions for product safety.
General information
- Status: Active (F3164-24).
- Publication date: 2024 — standard listed as F3164-24 and shown active/last updated in late 2024 (ASTM store indicates last updated Nov 27, 2024).
- Publisher: ASTM International.
- ICS / categories: 13.340.20 (head protective equipment / eye protection).
- Edition / version: F3164-24 (current active edition).
- Number of pages: 10 pages (concise specification).
Scope
The scope covers eye protectors specifically designed for racket sports — racquetball, squash, tennis and pickleball — that protect only the eye and adnexa (not other parts of the head). It applies to both plano (non‑prescription) and prescription eyewear configurations and divides protectors into three design-based types. Test methods and units are SI-based; the standard clarifies mandatory language and failure criteria.
Key topics and requirements
- Performance requirements for resistance to impact and penetration from rackets/paddles and balls; defined pass/fail conditions.
- Classification of protectors into three types by design and construction.
- Materials guidance (polycarbonate recommended for spectacle lenses because of high impact resistance).
- Requirements for use with prescription lenses and guidance on optical quality where applicable.
- Mechanical and optical test methods defined in Sections 9–11 (high‑velocity/impact tests, optical tests, durability and lens/frame retention).
- Marking, labeling and user information obligations to communicate protective limits and safe use.
Typical use and users
Primary users include sports‑eyewear and protective-equipment manufacturers, test and certification laboratories, product designers, sports governing bodies, eyecare professionals specifying protective eyewear for athletes, and procurement officers for clubs and schools seeking compliant protective eyewear. The standard is used to design, test and validate racket‑sport eyewear so products meet predictable safety performance.
Related standards
ASTM F3164-24 is part of ASTM’s family of sports eye‑protection standards and is related to other sport-specific eye-protector standards such as ASTM F803 (eye protectors for selected sports) and sport-specific standards that were split out from F803 (for example standards for lacrosse and field hockey). Broader occupational/industrial eye‑protection standards (ANSI/ISEA Z87.1) and international standards such as EN 166 are also relevant when considering optical tests, markings and cross-market acceptance.
Keywords
eye protectors, racket sports, racquetball, squash, tennis, pickleball, impact resistance, polycarbonate, optical quality, ASTM F3164, sports eyewear, test methods.
FAQ
Q: What is this standard?
A: ASTM F3164-24 is a technical specification from ASTM International that sets performance, material and test‑method requirements for eye protectors specifically intended for racket sports (racquetball, squash, tennis, pickleball).
Q: What does it cover?
A: It covers protector classification (three types), mechanical/optical performance requirements, compatibility with prescription lenses, recommended materials (polycarbonate), test procedures (Sections 9–11) and marking/labeling. The goal is to reduce ocular injury from impacts and penetration by rackets, paddles and balls.
Q: Who typically uses it?
A: Manufacturers, product designers, testing laboratories, certifiers, eyecare professionals, sports organizations, and procurement/specification teams use the standard to design, test, certify and select compliant protective eyewear for racket sports.
Q: Is it current or superseded?
A: F3164-24 is the active 2024 edition (F3164-24). It was developed as a focused racket‑sports standard within the ASTM F08.57 subcommittee; check ASTM’s catalog/tracker for any newer revisions or corrigenda. ASTM’s product page lists the document active and last updated in late 2024.
Q: Is it part of a series?
A: Yes — it is part of ASTM’s sports eye‑protection standards (Book of Standards Vol. 15.07 and work of subcommittee F08.57). It complements other ASTM sports eyewear specifications (for example F803 and sport‑specific standards) and is intended to provide sport‑specific requirements for racket sports.
Q: What are the key keywords?
A: Eye protection, racket sports, impact resistance, polycarbonate, prescription compatibility, test methods, ASTM F3164.