• ASTM F 1979 : 1999

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    Standard Specification for Paintballs Used in the Sport of Paintball

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    Superseded date:  11-11-2014

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    Published date:  10-06-1999

    Publisher:  American Society for Testing and Materials

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    1.1 This specification establishes testing procedures and critical characteristics of 0.68 caliber paintballs which help define whether a paintball is suitable for use in the sport of paintball. Furthermore, the specification establishes minimum warning and package labeling to help ensure that the paintballs are used in a safe manner and that the risk of injury is reduced.

    1.2 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.

    1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.

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    Committee F 08
    Document Type Standard
    Publisher American Society for Testing and Materials
    Status Superseded
    Superseded By

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