FTM 11 describes a technique whereby the effect of the release surface on the adhesive properties can be assessed. It is of particular interest both to manufacturers of release paper and also to pressure sensitive laminate manufacturers in determining the key and degree of cure of the release system. Subsequent adhesion is defined as the force required, at a specified angle and speed, to remove a pressure sensitive adhesive coated material from a standard test plate after it has previously been in contact with a silicone coated substrate under specified conditions.
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Forces up to 10 kN (2,250 lbf)
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Forces up to 5 kN (1,125 lbf)
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Tests at speeds up to 2,500 mm/min (100 in/min)
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Designed to consistently apply adhesive films and sheets to testing surfaces
Floating roller removes any pressure variance by the human hand
Roller weight of 2.00 ± 0.05 kg (4.41 ± 0.11 lbm)
Roller width of 50 ± 1 mm (1.97 ± 0.04 in)
