Testing Products for ASTM D6195
APP-D6195Loop Tack of Pressure-Sensitive Adhesives. Measures the initial grab of an adhesive without applied pressure.
Application Insight:
Uses a standardized stainless steel plate for the contact surface.
Pro Tip:
Clean the test plate with high-purity IPA between every test.
Regulatory & Test Details
| App Id | APP-D6195 |
|---|---|
| App Standard | ASTM D6195 |
| Standard Organization | ASTM |
| Test Type | Loop Tack |
| Material Type | Adhesives/Tapes |
| Specimen Type | Loop Strip |
| Industry Type | Packaging/Tapes |
| Min Force Kn | 0.001 |
| Max Force Kn | 0.5 |
| Max Spd Mm/m | 300 |
| Mach Recommend | TestResources 100-100-12 | Single Column UTM | 0.45 kN 300 mm |
| Pointer App Software | N-ASTM-D6195 |
| Pointer Fixture Family | G-ASTM-D6195 |
| Pointer Strain Family | E-ASTM-D6195 |
Implementation Commentary
Does not require an external weight; the loop’s own weight creates the contact.
Common Pitfalls
Contamination of the test plate.