Test Fixtures for ASTM D3163 Model: G-ASTM-D3163
Standards
G154
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | G-ASTM-D3163 |
| Industry Std | ASTM D3163 |
| Test Type | Standards |
| Family Id | G154 |
| Compat Machine If | GLUM |
| Interface Description | Optimized for TestResources Load Frames; universal adapters available for legacy systems. |
| Fixture If Gender | GLUF |
Interface & Compatibility
Optimized for TestResources Load Frames; universal adapters available for legacy systems.
Expert Commentary
Governs the Lap Shear Strength of Adhesively Bonded Rigid Plastic Joints. Similar to D1002 for metals, but specifically for plastics. The engineering nuance here is the Plastic Deformation of the adherends. Because plastics have a lower modulus, the joint rotates significantly during the test, inducing a peel component at the edges of the bond. MTO provides offset grips to align the pull-line with the bond-line. Our software tracks the load-displacement curve to identify the Proportional Limit, ensuring engineers distinguish between the adhesive’s elastic shear and the onset of joint-edge yielding.