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Why is 180 degree peel testing important
Peel adhesion is critical to the performance and safety of many products.
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How is 180 degree peel testing performed
The test is carried out on a universal testing machine fitted with a suitable peel fixture.
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Mecmesin equipment for 180 degree peel testing
Mecmesin provides a complete range of test solutions designed for accurate and repeatable peel strength measurement.
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Standards for 180 degree peel testing
A number of standards define the correct method for performing a 180 degree peel test.
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Choosing the right configuration for a peel test is essential to obtain meaningful data. Test speed, specimen type, fixture design and data analysis all influence the results.
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What is the 90-degree peel test?
The 90-degree peel test is a mechanical method used to measure the adhesive strength between two bonded materials.
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Why is the 90-degree peel test important?
Adhesion is fundamental in industries such as packaging, automotive, constructi
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How is the 90-degree peel test performed?
A standard 90-degree peel test involves four main steps:
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Mecmesin equipment for 90-degree peel testing
Mecmesin provides a range of test systems designed for peel and adhesion applications:
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Standards for the 90-degree peel test
The 90-degree peel test is defined by several recognised international standards, which provide consistent methodology and reporting requirements:
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The 90-degree peel test is an essential method for assessing adhesive performance in packaging, tapes, insulation and industrial applications.
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What is double lap shear testing?
Double lap shear testing is a mechanical method used to measure the shear strength of adhesive bonds.
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Why is double lap shear testing important?
The double lap shear test is widely used to determine the performance of adhesives in structural and semi-structural applications. It allows engineers to:
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How is double lap shear testing performed?
Specimen preparation
Specimens are prepared according to standardised dimensions.
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Mecmesin equipment for double lap shear testing
Mecmesin offers a range of universal testing machines and fixtures for adhesive testing.
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Standards for double lap shear testing
Double lap shear testing is carried out to international standards that ensure consistency and comparability of results. The most widely used are:
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Mecmesin has extensive experience in designing equipment and fixtures for adhesive bond strength testing.
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What is the 135° peel test?
The 135° peel test is a method for measuring the seal strength of semi-rigid packaging, typically where a flexible lid is sealed onto a rigid or vacuum-formed container.
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Why is the 135° peel test important?
Seal strength testing plays a vital role in packaging quality control.
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How is the 135° peel test performed?
Specimen preparation
Test specimens are usually strips cut from the sealed edge of a tray or container.
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Comparison with other peel tests
A 90° peel test is often used for flexible packaging films.
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Mecmesin equipment for 135° peel testing
Mecmesin offers a range of test systems designed for peel testing applications.
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Standards for 135° peel testing
Several recognised standards define methods for peel strength testing of semi-rigid and flexible packaging.
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Speak to an expert
Mecmesin’s technical specialists can advise on selecting the right fixtures, test methods, and equipment for 135° peel testing.