ASTM D3762-03
Historical Standard: ASTM D3762-03 Standard Test Method for Adhesive-Bonded Surface Durability of Aluminum (Wedge Test)
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ASTM D3762
1. Scope
1.1 This test method , simulates in a qualitative manner the forces and effects on an adhesive bond joint at metal-adhesive/primer interface. It has proven to be highly reliable in determining and predicting the environmental durability of adherend surface preparations. The method has proven to be correlatable with service performance in a manner that is much more reliable than conventional lap shear or peel tests (Note 2).
Note 1While this test method is intended for use in aluminum-to-aluminum applications it may be used for determining surface durability of other metals and plastics provided consideration is given to thickness and rigidity of the adherends.
Note 2This test method is not a quantitative fracture strength test method. To measure fracture strength see Test Method D 3433.
1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
2. Referenced Documents (purchase separately) The documents listed below are referenced within the subject standard but are not provided as part of the standard.
ASTM Standards
D907 Terminology of Adhesives
D3433 Test Method for Fracture Strength in Cleavage of Adhesives in Bonded Metal Joints
Keywords
adhesive; crack extension; durability; surface preparation; wedge; Wedge test; Adhesive bonds; Adhesive joints; Adhesive joints--metal-to-metal; Aluminum; Durability--adhesives; Fracture testing--adhesive bonds; Metallic adhesives; Metal-to-metal contact; Surface analysis--adhesives/tape;
ICS Code
ICS Number Code 83.180 (Adhesives)
DOI: 10.1520/D3762-03
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