1、Designation: F2272 12F2272 13 An American National StandardStandard Specification forPaintball Markers1This standard is issued under the fixed designation F2272; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year oforiginal adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revi
2、sion. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. Asuperscript epsilon () indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.1. Scope1.1 This specification covers paintball markers, which propel a paintball by means of energy released by compressed air,compressed
3、gas, or other means.1.2 LimitationsThis specification does not cover non-recreational paintball markers, for example, those used by lawenforcement, scientific, military or theatrical entities.1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard; the inch-pound units in parentheses ar
4、e provided forinformation only.1.4 The following precautionary caveat pertains only to the test method portion, Section 8, of this specification. This standarddoes not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of thisstandard
5、 to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory requirements prior touse.2. Referenced Documents2.1 ASTM Standards:2F1776 Specification for Eye Protective Devices for Paintball SportsF1979 Specification for Paintballs Used in the Sport of Paintball
6、2.2 ANSI Standard:Z535.1 Safety Color Code33. Terminology3.1 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:3.1.1 auto-triggera trigger which, when held in the discharge position, will automatically cause the paintball marker todischarge when the pump or bolt action is manipulated.3.1.2 backstopan o
7、bject intended to stop a paintball.3.1.3 barrelthat portion of a paintball marker through which the paintball is discharged.3.1.4 barrel blocking devicea muzzle blocking safety device which, when properly installed, reduces the likelihood of anintact paintball discharging from the marker or leaving
8、the confines of the barrel blocking device. The device is often referred toas a barrel plug or barrel bag.3.1.5 burst mode markera burst mode marker may discharge two or more times per trigger cycle or may discharge two ormore times with the pull and release of the trigger.3.1.6 caliberthe term used
9、 to refer to the size of a paintball projectile. Related to the measurement of the diameter of thepaintball as described in Specification F1979.3.1.7 cautionary statementthe warning outlined in Section 8 of this standard, which is to be placed on paintball markers,packaging and literature.1 This spe
10、cification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F08 on Sports Equipment, Playing Surfaces, and Facilities and is the direct responsibility ofSubcommittee F08.24 on Paintball and Equipment.Current edition approved July 1, 2012May 1, 2013. Published August 2012May 2013. Originally approved in 2
11、003. Last previous edition approved in 20112012 asF2272 11.F2272 12. DOI: 10.1520/F2272-12.10.1520/F2272-13.2 For referencedASTM standards, visit theASTM website, www.astm.org, or contactASTM Customer Service at serviceastm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM Standardsvolume information, refer to the stand
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14、ght ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959. United States13.1.8 de-gassed, nthe state of the marker in which the propellant source and any internal propellant has been removed fromthe marker.3.1.9 disabling devicea device which, when activated, disab
15、les a part of the paintball marker, usually the trigger, to preventunintentional discharges and must be released to allow the marker to be discharged by the movement of the trigger. The deviceis sometimes referred to as the “safety,” “safety button,” or “safety lever.” An electronic on/off switch is
16、 considered a disablingdevice when placing it in the “off” position renders the marker inoperable.3.1.10 discharge modea mode that controls the number of paintballs discharged per trigger cycle.3.1.11 enhanced trigger mode markera paintball marker that at some point discharges more than one paintbal
17、l per triggercycle. This includes markers that “store” the number of trigger pulls and discharge more than one paintball at some point.3.1.12 feed mechanisma mechanism that stores, transports and facilitates the loading of paintballs. It may be gravity,mechanically or air assisted or automatic in it
18、s actions.3.1.13 fully-automatic mode markera marker that discharges when the triggering device is actuated and continues to dischargeuntil the trigger returns to its reset or recycle position.3.1.14 hoppera device used with a paintball marker to store paintballs.3.1.15 impact testerdevice used to t
19、est for accidental discharges of paintball marker. See Fig. 1.3.1.16 modified fully automatic mode 1 markera semi-automatic mode marker which, after the trigger is pulled at least threetimes within 1 s, is able to function in a fully automatic mode with a firing rate not to exceed 15 shots per secon
20、d until the triggeris released.3.1.17 modified burst mode 2 markera semi-automatic mode marker which, after the trigger is pulled at least three timeswithin 1 s, is able to cycle more than one time per trigger pull with a firing rate not to exceed 15 shots per second.3.1.18 paintballa spherical ball
21、, comprised of a shell and a fill, designed to be expelled from a paintball marker, as definedin Specification F1979.3.1.19 paintball markera device specifically designed to discharge paintballs. The device is sometimes referred to as apaintball gun.A. YokeB. Pivot BoltC. SwivelD. 91.29 cm (36 in.)
22、Strap or RopeE. 60.86 cm (24 in.) aluminum bar with 1.27 cm (0.5 in.) diameter or 1.9 cm (0.75 in.) copper tubeF. Hook and loop strap able to suspend marker parallel to and 15.21 cm (6 in.) below EFIG. 1 Marker Suspension SlingF2272 1323.1.20 pump mode markera marker that requires the operator to ma
23、nually cock or engage the sear of the marker before eachshot by a means of a pump, bolt, lever, cocking handle or similar device.3.1.21 rangethe maximum distance to which an object may be propelled, whether limited by energy or an obstacle.3.1.22 response triggera semi-automatic paintball marker in
24、which after firing the trigger is assisted back to the reset position.3.1.23 searthe catch that holds the mechanism in the ready-to-discharge position until released by the user, usually throughtrigger movement.3.1.24 selector switcha switch (either internal or external) regardless of method of acti
25、vation that is designed to allow theconsumer to change the markers discharge mode.3.1.25 semi-automatic mode markera semi-automatic marker discharges one time with each trigger cycle. Markers that“store” the number of trigger pulls and discharge more than one paintball at some point do not meet this
26、 definition. Markers thatoperate in any other discharge mode(s) do not meet this definition.3.1.26 standard ambient temperature and pressure (SATP)used to describe a substance at the pressure of 1 bar (1.01325atmospheres, 750 mm Hg, 14.5 psi, 100 kPa) and a temperature of 25C (77F).3.1.27 targetthe
27、object at which the paintball is discharged.3.1.28 triggera device operated by the user to discharge a marker.3.1.29 trigger, adjustablea trigger mechanism in which the trigger pull is adjustable.3.1.30 trigger cyclethe movement of the trigger through discharge and returning to a reset or recycle po
28、sition.3.1.31 trigger, double-actiona trigger mechanism in which a single continuous action of the trigger moves the hammer to thedischarging position and then releases it to discharge the paintball.3.1.32 trigger guarda rigid, firmly attached component. It must totally enclose the trigger area and
29、be wider than the trigger.There can be no more than 38 mm (1.5 in.) of space from any point on the face of the trigger to the trigger guard, and no morethan 13 mm (0.5 in.) from the lowest point of the trigger to the trigger guard. All measurements under this rule are to be takenafter excluding any
30、removable attachments to the trigger.3.1.33 trigger pullthe force required to move the trigger from its start or recycle/reset position to a position that dischargesthe marker.3.1.34 velocity adjustera device designed to establish the velocity at which a paintball is discharged.4. Significance and U
31、se4.1 This specification establishes performance requirements and test methods for paintball markers.4.2 This specification identifies the minimum warnings and instructions that are to be provided in literature, on labels, onpackaging and on the marker itself.5. Conformance5.1 Paintball markers shal
32、l not, either by label or other means, indicate conformance with this specification unless, at the timeof manufacture, they conform with all applicable requirements contained herein.6. General Requirements6.1 LiteratureLiterature shall be provided with each paintball marker and shall include, as app
33、licable, the instructions,cautionary statements and safety tips specified in Section 8.6.2 Packaging:6.2.1 Packaging shall be labeled in a prominent and conspicuous manner in accordance with the provisions of 8.5.6.2.2 All paintball markers that include a barrel must be packaged with a barrel blocki
34、ng device.6.3 FinishThe exposed edges of all paintball markers shall be smooth and free of sharp edges and burrs. The exposed surfaceof all wood parts shall be smooth and free of splinters.6.4 Shipping:6.4.1 Each paintball marker shall be shipped in an unloaded and degassed condition.6.4.2 All paint
35、ball markers must shoot at a velocity under 91.44 m/s (300 ft/s) at the time of shipment at SATP.6.5 Design:6.5.1 All paintball markers with an exposed trigger shall have a trigger guard.6.5.2 All paintball markers intended to be used with refillable cylinders shall be able to withstand input pressu
36、re of threethousand pounds per square inch 207 bar (3000 psi) without catastrophic failure. Leaking in a manner which would not cause injuryto the operator shall not constitute failure.F2272 1336.5.3 A markers performance may not be enhanced, including but not limited to increasing the markers veloc
37、ity, without theuse of tools or the need for disassembly. In the event that a marker requires an internal switch, jumper or other device to be setprior to using outside adjustments, it will be considered to meet this requirement provided that tools or disassembly are requiredto access the switch, ju
38、mper or similar device.6.5.4 All paintball markers shall only operate in pump, semi-automatic, modified fully automatic mode 1, or modified burstmode 2, response trigger, or a combination thereof, as defined in this standard.7. Performance Requirements7.1 Marker FunctionThe cocking or pumping mechan
39、ism of a paintball marker shall not cause a marker to dischargeunintentionally while a marker is being cocked in accordance with the manufacturers instructions. This does not limit the use of“auto-triggers.” Markers shall be pump, semi-automatic, modified fully automatic mode 1, or modified burst mo
40、de 2, responsetrigger, or a combination thereof, as defined in this standard.7.2 Gas Propellant Source RetentionMarkers shall be designed so that a gas propellant source does not inadvertently ejectfrom the marker during use or otherwise.7.3 Disabling DeviceDisabling devices shall be provided on all
41、 paintball markers and all such devices can be ended whetheror not the marker is cocked. All such devices shall be clearly marked to indicate the “safe” and “fire” or “on” and “off” positionsin accordance with 8.6.4.All such devices shall be capable of preventing the markers from being discharged wh
42、en a weight of 13.6kg (30 lb) is applied to the trigger. Tests shall be conducted in accordance with 8.3.7.4 Accidental DischargeMarkers should not accidentally discharge when exposed to a moderate jolt in accordance with 8.3.8. Test Methods8.1 No precision statement on any of the following test met
43、hods is available at this time.8.2 Disabling Device Test:8.2.1 SignificanceThis method determines if the disabling device will withstand a 13.6 kg (30 lb) applied weight withoutfailure, causing the marker to discharge.8.2.2 ApparatusA trigger weight system having a 13.6 6 0.02 kg (30 6 0.05 lb) weig
44、ht. Arrange the weight system so thatthe weights can be picked up by the trigger of the marker with the marker in a vertical position, muzzle up. (Aspring gage, capableof measuring the trigger force, can be used instead of weight system.)8.2.3 Test SpecimenThe test specimen shall consist of a new pa
45、intball marker, selected in accordance with the manufacturersusual quality assurance practices.8.2.4 Procedure:8.2.4.1 Conduct the test at SATP.8.2.4.2 Conduct all tests without paintballs in the marker.8.2.4.3 Place disabling device in “safe” position or the electronic switch in the “off” position.
46、8.2.4.4 Apply a 13.6 kg (30 lb) load at the center point of the trigger for 30 s with the load applied to the center of the faceof the trigger and remove the load.8.2.4.5 Put disabling device in the “fire” position or the electronic switch in the “on” position. The marker must not dischargeas the sa
47、fety is disengaged.8.2.4.6 Test the marker for proper trigger and disabling device action.8.2.4.7 The marker passes the test if it withstands the load applied without causing the marker to discharge during theapplication of the load and does not discharge upon the disengagement of the disabling devi
48、ce, and the disabling device and triggerfunction properly after testing.8.3 Accidental Discharge Test:8.3.1 SignificancePaintball markers should not discharge when jarred or jolted in a moderate manner while their disablingdevice is disengaged.8.3.2 Test SpecimenThe test specimen shall consist of a
49、new paintball marker, selected in accordance with the manufacturersusual quality assurance practices.8.3.3 Procedure:8.3.3.1 Conduct the test at SATP.8.3.3.2 Attach a properly charged propellant source in accordance with the manufacturers instructions. Test discharge themarker.8.3.3.3 Leave the marker in the ready to discharge condition.8.3.3.4 Suspend marker using a sling (see Fig. 1).8.3.3.5 Place the cocked impact tester (see Fig. 2) against the side of the marker centered on the grip frame directly behind thecenter poi
