ATA Bow Tech String & Cable Systems

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of a bow's control cables on a compound bow?

Accepted Answer

Synchronize cam rotation and control limb movement

Answer

Transfer energy directly to the arrow

Answer

Increase draw weight at full draw

Answer

Connect the string to the riser

Question 2

Which material is most commonly used in modern high-performance bow strings?

Accepted Answer

Dyneema/SK75 or similar UHMWPE fibers

Answer

Dacron (B-50)

Answer

Fast Flight (Spectra)

Answer

Kevlar

Question 3

What does 'string stretch' (creep) cause on a compound bow after initial break-in?

Accepted Answer

Loss of draw length and potential timing issues

Answer

Increased arrow speed

Answer

Higher draw weight

Answer

Improved nock fit

Question 4

When twisting a bow string to adjust brace height, which direction of twist shortens the string?

Accepted Answer

The same direction as the string's original lay

Answer

Counter-clockwise when viewed from the top limb

Answer

Clockwise when viewed from the top limb

Answer

Direction does not affect string length

Question 5

What is the ATA-recommended minimum brace height range for most compound bows?

Accepted Answer

6–8 inches

Answer

4–5 inches

Answer

5–7 inches

Answer

8–10 inches

Question 6

What is the function of a string silencer (string dampener)?

Accepted Answer

Reduce string vibration and noise upon release

Answer

Increase arrow velocity by reducing string mass

Answer

Prevent dry-fire damage

Answer

Maintain proper nock point position

Question 7

Which type of string serving is typically placed at the center of the string to protect it from the arrow nock and release aid?

Accepted Answer

Center serving

Answer

End serving

Answer

Loop serving

Answer

Peep serving