ASTM F1890-23 PDF

Scope: 1.1 A method for determining bat performance by measuring the bat-ball coefficient of restitution (BBCOR) and deriving the bat performance factor (BPF). It is applicable to softball and baseball bats of any construction or material. The method provides a quantitative measure of bat dynamic performance that may be used for comparison purposes. 1.2 The BBCOR and BPF are calculated from measurements taken in the laboratory on test equipment meeting the requirements defined in this method. 1.3 Bat performance is found in this standard assuming the bat is pivoted. 1.4 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard. 1.5 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. 1.6 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

ASTM F1890-23 Referenced Document

ASTM F1887 Standard Test Method for Measuring the Coefficient of Restitution (COR) of Baseballs and Softballs
ASTM F1888 Test Method for Compression-Displacement of Baseballs and Softballs
ASTM F2398 Standard Test Method for Measuring Moment of Inertia and Center of Percussion of a Baseball or Softball Bat

2023 ASTM F1890-23 Standard Test Method for Measuring Softball and Baseball Bat Performance Factor
2022 ASTM F1890-17(2022) Standard Test Method for Measuring Softball and Baseball Bat Performance Factor
2017 ASTM F1890-17e1 Standard Test Method for Measuring Softball and Baseball Bat Performance Factor
2017 ASTM F1890-17 Standard Test Method for Measuring Softball and Baseball Bat Performance Factor
2011 ASTM F1890-11 Standard Test Method for Measuring Softball Bat Performance Factor
2009 ASTM F1890-09 Standard Test Method for Measuring Softball Bat Performance Factor
2005 ASTM F1890-05 Standard Test Method for Measuring Softball Bat Performance Factor
2004 ASTM F1890-04 Standard Test Method for Measuring Softball Bat Performance Factor
2001 ASTM F1890-01 Standard Test Method for Measuring Softball Bat Performance Factor
1998 ASTM F1890-98 Standard Test Method for Measuring Softball Bat Performance Factor