Why shear test

Element can perform a variety of shear testing methods and techniques, and we are committed to providing you with the most accurate results possible.

Shear testing is particularly important for materials that might experience a multi-directional force, such as fasteners, adhesives, or even composites. Testing is performed by applying a load to the material until the materials shears, or slides, apart. The point at which a sample fails is defined as its shear strength. Shear strength is often used as a way to compare different materials to determine fitness for an application, or to ensure that all the materials being used in a system are uniform.

Element can perform shear testing at both elevated and reduced temperatures and can accommodate a variety of sizes. We have experience testing a range of material types and are always open to assisting with large, complex or unique projects. For more information, or to request a quote, contact us today. Element offers multiple shear testing methods for different materials types and applications. Single Lap Shear Testing: This method tests one adhesive layer between two bonded pieces.

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Each end of the sample is anchored and the force is applied over the middle of the sample in an attempt to remove the midsection so that both ends are left behind. The second test requires that the sample have tapered ends that are each placed into grip fixtures that have been offset from the vertical axis of the sample. The sample is then pulled so that the opposite faces are pulled in opposing directions. Three materials are commonly tested in shear: rigid substrates, adhesives, and layered composites.

Rigid substrates may be composed of metals, plastics, ceramics, composites or woods but usually come in a solid form and are used as building materials or fasteners. Adhesives are used to bond two materials together and experience shear stress when the materials are pulled in opposing directions in an attempt to slide them apart.