The Adhesion Tester is one of the most accurate and versatile adhesion testers currently available. It measures the adhesion bond strength of applied coatings with ease and precision.

Compliant with ISO standards ISO 4624, ISO 16276-1 and ASTM D4541.

The adhesion is measured by the tensile pull on a Dolly glued to the coating surface. The force is applied through the centre of the Dolly by a hydraulically loaded pin. This ensures an exactly central point-loading of the force.

The maximum value achieved at pull-off is recorded by a reset needle that is easily read on the large scale of the pressure gauge.

Ensures effective quality control with a non-destructive capability. To allow the specification minimum to be proven, the dolly can be removed using the heated dolly remover supplied. If necessary, the dolly can be left in place for testing during service as part of a planned maintenance programme.

Supplied in an industrial foam-filled Carrying Case with 5 Flat Dollies, Adhesive, Heated Dolly Remover, Dolly Cleaning Tool and Dolly Plug.

The Right Angle version of the Adhesion Tester enables the user to test the adhesion of coatings inside pipes with a minimum diameter of 150mm (6”).

Calibration Certificate, with traceability to UKAS, can be purchased separately from the drop-down menu above.

Concave and Convex Dollies are available as an optional extra in various sizes for the Adhesion Tester* for testing external and internal surfaces of the pipes respectively - choose from the drop-down menu above.

*Please note: Convex Dollies of 20″ and below are only suitable for use with the X1004 Right Angle Adhesion Tester

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• Features & Benefits
• Specification
• ISO Information
• Safety
• Order References

Features & Benefits

• One of the most accurate and versatile adhesion testers currently available
• Calibration Certificate, with traceability to UKAS, can be purchased separately from the drop-down menu above
• Supplied in an industrial foam-filled Carrying Case with 5 Flat Dollies, Adhesive, Heated Dolly Remover, Dolly Cleaning Tool and Dolly Plug
• Compliant with ISO 4624, ISO 16276-1 and ASTM D4541
• Spares for use with the Adhesion Tester are also available from the drop-down menu below 
• Concave and Convex Dollies are available as an optional extra in various sizes for the Adhesion Tester* for testing external and internal surfaces of the pipes respectively - choose from the drop-down menu below
  • Please note: Convex Dollies of 20″ and below are only suitable for use with the X1004 Right Angle Adhesion Tester

Specification

Pressure Gauge resolution:

• psi 20, Mpa 0.2

Accuracy:

• ±1%FSD

ISO Information

ISO 4624:

• Paints and varnishes
• Pull-off test for adhesion

ISO 16276-1:

• Corrosion protection of steel structures by protective paint systems
• Assessment of, and acceptance criteria for, the adhesion/cohesion (fracture strength) of a coating
• Part 1: Pull-off testing

Safety

When using the cyanoacrylate Adhesive – ensure the work area is well ventilated, wear gloves and do not let any Adhesive come into contact with your skin.

When using the Dolly Remover – do not touch the elements or heads after switching on. Allow approximately 15 minutes for the elements and heads to cool to ambient temperature after switching off.

Order References

 Adhesion Tester options and spares:

Concave Dollies:

The Adhesion Tester can test external surfaces of pipes. Because the load reacts internally within the dolly, curved surfaces of pipes can be easily tested.

The Dollies are manufactured in stainless steel and are designed to be cleaned and reused.

Select the nearest Dolly size to suit your pipe diameter.  Use the Flat Dolly for a pipe radius of 42″ and over.

Convex Dollies:

The Adhesion Tester can test internal surfaces of pipes. Because the load reacts internally within the dolly, curved surfaces of pipes can be easily tested.

The Dollies are manufactured in stainless steel and are designed to be cleaned and reused.

Please Note: Convex Dollies of 20″ and below are only suitable for use with the X1004 Right Angle Adhesion Tester.

Select the nearest Dolly size to suit your pipe diameter.  Use the Flat Dolly for a pipe radius of 42″ and over.