Defelsko PosiTest AT-A Automatic (Adhesion Tester) for NDT
Pull-off Adhesion Testers
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Measures adhesion of coatings to metal, wood, concrete and other rigid substrates.
- Select from four Stand-offs – 20 mm, 50 mm, 50×50 mm Tile and 50 mm C1583
- Environmentally sealed enclosure – weatherproof, dustproof and shockproof – meets or exceeds IP65
- Inexpensive, single-use dollies eliminate cleaning for re-use and can be kept as a permanent record
- Self-aligning aluminum dolly enables accurate measurements on smooth or uneven surfaces
- 10, 14, 20 or 50 mm dollies maximize capability and measurement resolution across a wide range of bond strengths
- Calibrated and certified to ± 1% accuracy using a NIST traceable load cell
- Certificate of Calibration showing traceability to NIST included (Long Form)
EN 1542/12004-2, AS/NZS 1580.408.5 and others
| Model | ATA20, ATA50, ATA50C, ATA50T |
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Simple
- Inexpensive, single-use dollies eliminate cleaning for re-use and can be kept as a permanent record
- 10, 14, 20 or 50 mm dollies maximize capability and measurement resolution across a wide range of bond strengths
Durable
- Environmentally sealed enclosure – weatherproof, dustproof and shockproof – meets or exceeds IP65
Accurate
- Self-aligning aluminum dolly enables accurate measurements on smooth or uneven surfaces
- Calibrated and certified to ± 1% accuracy using a NIST traceable load cell
Key Features
- Electronically controlled hydraulic pump automatically applies smooth and continuous pull-off pressure. Greatly reduces user effort and the risk of influencing the pulling process
- Impact and scratch resistant color touch screen with keypad for operation with or without gloves
- Built-in rechargeable battery performs over 200 tests per charge. Continue testing with AC power while the battery recharges.
- Environmentally sealed enclosure – weatherproof, dustproof and shockproof – meets or exceeds IP65
- Rubberized, shock absorbing grips provide a stable, skid-resistant footing
- Self-aligning aluminum dolly enables accurate measurements on smooth or uneven surfaces
- 10, 14, 20 or 50 mm dollies maximize capability and measurement resolution across a wide range of bond strengths. Maximum pull-off pressure by dolly size…
– 10 mm: 14000 psi (96 MPa)
– 14 mm: 7000 psi (50 MPa)
– 20 mm: 3500 psi (24 MPa)
– 50 mm: 560 psi (3.8 MPa) - User selectable measurement units: psi (pounds per square inch), MPa (Megapascal), Nmm2 (Newtons per millimeter square) or Newton (force)
- User adjustable pull rate, pull limit and hold time
- Rotating display for horizontal and vertical use
- Pressure system is calibrated and certified to ± 1% accuracy using a NIST traceable load cell
- Software Updates via web keep your instrument current
Memory and Reporting Features
- Internal memory stores maximum pull-off pressure, rate of pull, test duration and dolly size for 100,000 pulls in up to 1,000 batches
- Record the results as pass/fail and the nature of fracture – cohesive, adhesive and glue failures
- Wirelessly connect to your smart device using our free PosiTector App (Apple iOS and Android)
- WiFi technology wirelessly communicates with PosiSoft.net, downloads software updates and allows access to stored measurement data using standard web browsers (see WiFi Features for full details)
- PosiSoft USB Drive – stored readings and graphs can be accessed via USB using universal PC/Mac web browsers or file explorers. No software required
- Compatible with PosiSoft Desktop, PosiSoft.net and PosiTector App (Apple iOS and Android) software solutions
| Order Code | ATA20 | ATA50 | ATA50T (EN 12004-2) | ATA50C (ASTM C1583 and EN 1542) | |
| Dolly size and stand-off* | 20 mm | 50 mm
| 50×50 mm
| 50 mm | |
| Typical Applications
| Higher bond strength coatings on metals | Lower bond strength coatings on wood, concrete and plastic
| Cementitious adhesives for tiles
| Concrete surfaces and overlays
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| Range
| 0.7 – 24 MPa
| 0.1 – 3.8 MPa
| 0.1 – 3.0 MPa
| 0.1 – 3.8 MPa
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| Range | 0.01 MPa (1 psi) | ||||
| Accuracy
| ±1% Full Scale
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| Included Dollies
| Ø20 mm (qty 20)
| Ø50 mm (qty 8)
| 50×50 mm Plate (qty 4) with threaded post
| Ø50 mm (qty 4)
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| Cutting Tool
| 20 mm hole saw
| 50 mm hole saw
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| 50 mm diamond grit hole saw with arbor
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Adhesion testers include everything needed for testing: Automatic Adhesion Tester, built-in rechargeable NiMH battery with charger, dollies, abrasive pad, cutting tool, glue with mixing sticks and palettes, cotton swabs, USB cable, PosiSoft Software, instruction booklet, shoulder strap, Certificate of Calibration traceable to NIST, two-year warranty, and a sturdy, lightweight carrying case^
* Optional 20mm/50mm/50 mm C1583/50 mm Tile Conversion Kits allow each model to be used with alternative dolly sizes. Custom 10 and 14 mm dollies are available for special applications (compatible with 20 mm stand off).
^ Upgrade to the Pelican® case by adding a ‘-P’ to the Ordering Code.
Conforms to international standards including ASTM C1583/D4541/D7234/D7522, ISO 4624/16276-1, EN 1542/12004-2, AS/NZS 1580.408.5 and others
PosiTest AT Verifier
- Ideal for checking the accuracy and operation of PosiTest Adhesion Testers and is an important component in fulfilling both ISO and in-house quality control requirements.
Pelican Case for PosiTest AT-A Pull-Off Adhesion Testers
- Heavy-duty, waterproof Pelican cases complete with a custom foam insert to securely hold your PosiTest instrument.
50 mm C1583 Conversion Kit
- Interchangeable stand-off allows a PosiTest ATM or ATA to pull 50 mm dollies conforming to ASTM C1583. Ideal for concrete surfaces and overlays.
50 mm x 50 mm Tile Conversion Kit
- Interchangeable stand-off allows a PosiTest ATM or ATA to pull 50 mm x 50 mm square dollies conforming to BS EN 12004-2. Ideal for cementitious adhesive for tiles.
50 mm Conversion Kit
- Interchangeable stand-off allows a PosiTest ATM20 or ATA20 to pull 50 mm dollies. Ideal for lower bond strength finishes such as coatings on wood, concrete and plastic.
20 mm Conversion Kit
- Interchangeable stand-off allows a PosiTest ATM50 or ATA50 to pull 10, 14 and 20 mm dollies. Ideal for high bond strength finishes such as coatings on metal.
Dollies
- Loading fixtures, stubs for adhesion testing.
Drilling Template for 50 mm Dollies
- Drilling template and drill bits to isolate test area, ideal for thicker coatings on concrete.
| PosiTector App | Add images and notes using the camera or keyboard Create customized, professional PDF reports Share, backup, synchronize and report measurement data Auto-pairing Bluetooth (BLE) connection See the Help File to learn about how it works |
