The tensile shear and lap shear strength of a cured bond is a critical property and function of the adhesive, the bonded substrates, and the method used for bonding and curing. Manufacturers and end users of adhesives use this test method to investigate the tensile lap-shear properties of various rigid-to-rigid bonded assemblies, and indicate results such as the tensile shear and lap shear strength. The EN 1465 test method is suitable for use with the following range of materials: steel plate, plastics, and composites. These are primarily rigid test samples that have been prepared under the relevant guidelines within this test standard.
Applicable Testing Standards
Recommended Test Machine
Forces up to 10 kN (2,250 lbf)
Low force tabletop systems
Modular series of five frame options with adjustable test space
Affordable testing option for tension, compression, bend, peel and much more
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 5 kN (1,125 lbf)
Works well with flat or round specimens
Maximum specimen thickness / diameter of 10 mm (0.4 in)
Load ratings from 20 kN to 250 kN (4,500 lbf to 55,000 lbf)
Works well with round or flat specimens
Rated to 10 kN (2,250 lbf)
Self-tightening design resists slippage of the specimen
Fast and easy specimen setup
Works well with flat or round specimens