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PosiTest® Pull-Off Adhesion Test |
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The AT Series paint adhesion tester measures the force required to pull a specified test diameter of coating away
from its substrate using hydraulic pressure.
It conforms to international standards including ASTM D4541, D7234; ISO 4624, 16276-1; AS/NZS
1580.408.5 and others. |

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PosiTest AT-A Automatic |
PosiTest AT-Manual |
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Features
All Model Features
- 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
- 10, 14, 20 or 50 mm aluminum 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
- Self-aligning aluminum dolly enables accurate measurements on smooth or uneven surfaces
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PosiTest AT-A Automatic Adhesion Test
- Electronically controlled hydraulic
pump automatically applies smooth
and continuous pull-off pressure.
Greatly reduces user effort and
the risk of influencing the pulling
process
- User adjustable pull rate, pull limit and hold time
- Built-in rechargeable battery performs over 200 tests per charge.
- Continue testing with AC power while the battery recharges
- Internal memory stores maximum pull-off pressure, rate of pull, test duration, dolly size, pass/fail, the nature of fracture and user notes for 100,000 pulls in up to
1,000 batches
- New graphical display
- Compatible with PosiSoft desktop software, PosiSoft.net and PosiTector App
- PosiSoft USB Drive - stored readings and graphs can be accessed using universal PC/Mac web browsers or file explorers
- No software required
- WiFi technology wirelessly communicates with PosiSoft.net and downloads software updates
- Rubberized, shock absorbing grips also provide a stable, skid-resistant footing
- Impact and scratch resistant color touch screen with keypad for operation with or without gloves
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PosiTest AT-Manual Adhesion Test
- Manual hydraulic pump designed to apply smooth and continuous pressure with a single stroke
- Pull Rate Indicator to manually monitor and adjust the rate of pull
- Internal memory stores maximum pull-off pressure, rate of pull, test duration and dolly size for up to 200 pulls
- Compatible with PosiSoft desktop software
- New graphical display
- Compatible with PosiSoft desktop software, PosiSoft.net and PosiTector App
- PosiSoft USB Drive - stored readings and graphs can be accessed using universal PC/Mac web browsers or file explorers
- No software required
- WiFi technology wirelessly communicates with PosiSoft.net and downloads software updates
- Rubberized, shock absorbing grips also provide a stable, skid-resistant footing
- Impact and scratch resistant color touch screen with keypad for operation with or without gloves
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Technical Data
Technical Data |
Ordering Guide |
20 mm Kit |
50 mm Kit |
50 mm2 Tile Kit
(BS EN 12004-2) |
50 mm C1583 Kit
(ASTM C1583) |
Automatic Models: |
0.7 - 24 MPa
100 - 3500 psi
100 - 7550 N |
0.4 - 3.8 MPa
50 - 560 psi
100 - 7550 N |
0.4 - 3.033 MPa
50 - 440 psi
100 - 7550 N |
0.4 - 3.8 MPa
50 - 560 psi
100 - 7550 N |
Manual Models: |
0.7 - 20 MPa
100 - 3000 psi |
0.4 - 3.5 MPa
50 - 500 psi |
0.4 - 2.585 MPa
50 - 375 psi |
0.4 - 3.5 MPa
50 - 500 psi |
Included Dollies: |
Ø20 mm (qty 20) Aluminum |
Ø50 mm (qty 8) Aluminum |
50 mm2 Plate (qty 4) with threaded post Steel |
Ø50 mm (qty 4) with > 25 mm thickness Steel |
Typical Application: |
Higher bond strength coatings on metals |
Lower bond strength coatings on wood, concrete and plastic |
Cementitious adhesive for tiles |
ASTM C1583 Concrete surfaces and overlays |
Cutting Tool: |
20 mm hole saw |
50 mm hole saw |
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50 mm diamond grit hole saw with arbor |
Adhesive: |
ResinLab EP11HT 2-Part Epoxy |
ResinLab EP11HT 2-Part Epoxy |
ResinLab EP11HT 2-Part Epoxy |
ResinLab EP11HT 2-Part Epoxy^ |
Resolution: |
0.01 MPa (1 psi) |
Accuracy: |
±1% Full Scale |
Standards: |
Conforms to international standards including ASTM D4541, D7234; ISO 4624, 16276-1; AS/NZS
1580.408.5 and others |
Test Dollies
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The PosiTest® Adhesion Test uses inexpensive
single-use aluminum dollies designed according
to internationally accepted standards and practices.
Available with full 10, 14, 20 or 50 mm surface dimensions for different shapes and bond strengths.
The uniquely spherical articulating dolly head is engaged into a ring of small ball bearings, ensuring correct alignment. This feature is found only on the PosiTest® Adhesion Tester. |
Self-Alignment Feature

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Unequal pulling force during testing caused by uneven adhesive bond lines and coating surfaces can result in random, unexplainable readings.
To obtain more repeatable and meaningful adhesion measurements, it is imperative that the pulling force applied to the test dolly is uniformly distributed over the surface being tested.
The Self-Aligning Dolly enables uniform distribution of the pulling force over the surface being tested, preventing a one-sided pull-off. |
PosiSoft® Software (Free Download)
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- Ideal solution for those who wish to download for printing or archiving
- Allows entry of notes & annotations
- Multi-language support including English, German, Italian, Spanish & French
- Exports to a document or spreadsheet
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Accessories
PosiTest Pull-Off Adhesion Video
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Prices |
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Prices listed in US dollars and subject to change For tax exempt orders please call us at 954-946-9454 |
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Item Number |
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Prices |

20 and 50mm Kits - Adhesion Tester, Built-in rechargeable NiMH battery with charger, Abrasive pad, Cutting tool, Glue with mixing sticks and palettes, Cotton swabs, USB cable, PosiSoft Software, Instruction booklet and Video, Shoulder strap (AT-A only), Certificate of Calibration traceable to NIST, Two-year warranty, Sturdy, lightweight carrying case, Aluminum Dollies - either (20) 20 mm or (8) 50 mm)
50 mm2 Kits - Includes above, but with Steel Test Plates (Dollies), qty 4, with threaded post steel
50 mm C1583 Kits - Includes above, but with Dollies, qty 4, with ≥ 25 mm thickness steel, cutting tool 50 mm diamond grit hole saw with arbor |
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PA-060310 |
PosiTest® Automatic Pull-Off Adhesion Test Kit, w/20 mm Aluminum Dollies |
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PA-060312 |
PosiTest® Automatic Pull-Off Adhesion Test Kit, w/50 mm Aluminum Dollies |
2,595.00 |
PA-060303 |
PosiTest® Manual Pull-Off Adhesion Test Kit, w/20 mm Aluminum Dollies |
1,996.00 |
PA-060304 |
PosiTest® Manual Pull-Off Adhesion Test Kit, w/50 mm Aluminum Dollies |
1,895.00 |
Accessories/Replacements |
PA-060313 |
20 mm Aluminum Accessory Kit |
250.00 |
PA-060315 |
50 mm Aluminum Accessory Kit |
263.00 |
PA-060363 |
50 mm C1583 Steel Accessory Kit |
450.00 |
PA-060371 |
20 mm Stand-off Replacament |
75.00 |
PA-060373 |
50 mm Stand-off Replacement |
100.00 |
PA-0621 |
Dollies, Aluminum 20 mm (pkg/10) |
28.00 |
PA-0621M |
Dollies, Aluminum 20mm (pkg/100) |
225.00 |
PA-0623 |
Dollies, Aluminum 50 mm (pkg/4) |
40.00 |
PA-0623M |
Dollies, Aluminum 50 mm (pkg/50) |
450.00 |
PA-062305 |
Dollies, 50 mm C1583 Steel (pkg/2) |
50.00 |
PA-062307 |
Dollies, 50 mm2 Tile Steel (pkg/4) |
150.00 |
PA-060325 |
Dollies, Aluminum 10 mm (custom) (pkg/10) |
47.00 |
PA-060325M |
Dollies, Aluminum 10 mm (custom) (pkg/100) |
350.00 |
PA-060327 |
Dollies, Aluminum 14 mm (custom) (pkg/10) |
43.00 |
PA-060327M |
Dollies, Aluminum 14 mm (custom) (pkg/100) |
350.00 |
PA-0629 |
Cutting Tool (Hole Saw) for Dollies 20 mm Diameter |
20.00 |
PA-062901 |
Cutting Tool (Hole Saw) for Dollies 50 mm Diameter |
145.00 |
PA-062903 |
Cutting Tool (Hole Saw) for Dollies 14 mm Diameter |
23.00 |
PA-0631 |
Adhesive Kit |
46.00 |
PA-060341 |
Drilling Template for 50 mm Dollies |
125.00 |
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