ASTM D413 and ISO 36 provide peel, adhesion and tensile adhesion test methods to characterize adhesion strength between plies of fabric bonded with rubber or the adhesion of the rubber layer in articles made from rubber attached to other material.
Applicable Testing Standards
- ISO 36 Adhesion Rubber Textile Fabric Test Equipment
- ASTM D413 Peel Adhesion of Rubber to Flexible Substrate
Recommended Test Machine
Forces up to 5 kN (1,125 lbf)
Low force tabletop systems
Tests at speeds up to 2,500 mm/min (100 in/min)
Best for high travel or high elongation test requirements
Force range of 5 kN to 600 kN (1,125 lbf to 135,000 lbf)
Adjustable test space
The most popular choice for static tension and compression tests
These dual column testers are available in both tabletop and floor standing models
Recommended Testing Accessories
Rated to 1 kN (225 lbf)
Maximum specimen thicknesses from 10 mm to 50 mm (0.39 in. to 2.0 in.)
Simple design can be used for a multitude of tensile applications
Inexpensive and reliable
Rated to 0.6 kN (135 lbf)
Maximum specimen thicknesses from 8 mm to 50 mm (0.3 in. to 2.0 in.)
Clamp force up to 1.2 kN (270 lbf)
Quick and simple specimen setup for a wide variety of applications
Rated to 100 N (22 lbf)
Maximum specimen thickness of 18 mm (0.71 in)
Pneumatic design allows for quick specimen setup
Consistant clamping force between tests
