Note: Before performing the test, we will need to sand down the surface to ensure the adhesive sticks.

ASTM D5868

Test Specimen Requirements

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• Prepare a minimum of 5 lap shear samples in each case and test.

Equipment:

• UTM

Procedures:

• Apply the adhesive in accordance with the adhesive suppliers' recommendations. 

• Adhesive Cure—Cure the adhesive at room temperature or elevated temperature using prescribed conditions determined by the adhesive supplier.

• Condition the test specimens

• Place specimens in UTM

• Wait for failure