Information on the most widely used ASTM standards within the materials testing industry
Peeling test
Peel testing is a basic mechanical test used to measure the performance of adhesive bonds. Peeling test involves applying a tensile force to a flexible substrate joined by an adhesive, which can be bonded to another flexible substrate (such as tape, film, or rubber) or a rigid substrate (such as metal, rigid plastic, or composite). UnitedTest have a wide range of peel testing equipment that can be configured for your exact test application.
Our Peel Test Fixtures are designed to help laboratories and manufacturers test a wide range of bonded materials with greater consistency. Whether your application requires a 90° peel, 180° peel, T-peel, loop tack, climbing drum peel, or variable-angle setup, the right fixture can improve repeatability and support more dependable results. Suitable for a wide range of materials, including adhesives, labels, packaging films, laminated coatings, rubber, textiles, and sealants. Available in configurations aligned with widely used standards such as ASTM D903, ASTM D3330, ASTM D6252, ASTM D6862, ISO 8510-1, ISO 11339, and related methods.
Every material behaves differently during peel testing. That is why we also offer customized UTM fixture solutions based on your specimen size, peel angle, load capacity, substrate type, and testing standard. If you need a fixture matched to a specific adhesive system or product design, our team can help you select the most suitable setup.
UnitedTest peeling test fixtures
Adhesives 180 degree peel test fixture
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Composite Prepreg Tack Test ASTM D8336, Adhesive Peel Test Fixture
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What's peeling test?
Peel testing is essential for evaluating the adhesion strength and failure mode between two flexible materials joined by an adhesive or coating. It measures how well an adhesive bond holds two substrates, or materials together. A flexible substrate is gradually pulled away from a rigid or a second flexible substrate at a specific angle and the force required to cause separation is measured.Peel testing is used in a wide range of different industries including packaging, automotive, medical devices, electronics, construction, aerospace, textiles, and consumer products.
Peel testing is crucial for industries like medical devices, packaging, electronics, and construction where bonding is critical. Peel tests confirm the right adhesives and substrates, production processes, product quality, and reduce in-field failures. They improve the chances of meeting the goal of creating stronger, more durable, and specialized bonds.
In Quality Control and Assurance, peel testing quantifies the force needed to separate bonded materials. That helps maintain product consistency and prevent product failures.
In Research and Development, peel tests aid in the selection of optimal adhesives and substrates for specific applications, allowing companies to make informed material choices.
Meeting Industry Standards requires peel tests so that their products comply with specific industry standard test methods for peel strength.
Problem Solving and Failure Analysis is performed in corporate test labs to understand root causes of product failures and to improve product reliability.
Types of peel test
One of the most unique things about peel testing is the number of varieties it has and the fact that most can be tested with one Universal Testing Machine. The most common peel testing types include:
180°-peel
The 180°-peel test measures the load per unit needed to separate bonded materials using an 180° angle of separation. It is suitable for testing a flexible material that is bonded to a rigid substrate.
90°-peel
The 90°-peel test measures the load per unit needed to separate bonded materials using a 90° angle of separation. It is suitable for testing a flexible material that is bonded to a rigid substrate.
T-peel
This tensile test for two flexible substrates that have been bonded together. The substrates are placed into peel test grips so that one sticks up, the other sticks down and the bonded area sticks out horizontally, which forms a “T” shape.
Peel wheel testing
This test, which is also sometimes referred to as the climbing drum peel test, is suited for testing the bond between a flexible material and a rigid substrate. It is easy to set up and perform but less popular than 180° and 90° tests.
Floating roller peel testing
Suitable for testing rigid or semi-rigid substrate and a flexible material, this method uses rollers that are generally set at 90° or 115°. The materials are passed through the rollers and attached to another grip that is attached to the tensile tester, which measures the force needed to separate the bond.
FAQ
A peel test fixture is used to measure the force required to separate bonded materials under controlled test conditions. It is commonly used for adhesives, tapes, labels, films, coatings, and packaging materials.
Common peel test angles include 90°, 180°, T-peel, and variable-angle configurations depending on the material and test method.
Yes. Most peel fixtures are designed to work with universal testing machines so the same system can be used for peel, tensile, and other mechanical tests.
Frequently used standards include ASTM D903, ASTM D3330, ASTM D6252, ASTM D6862, ISO 8510-1, and ISO 11339, depending on the material and test setup.
The right fixture depends on your material type, substrate rigidity, required peel angle, test standard, and load capacity. For the best result, match the fixture to the exact application instead of using a generic setup.
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