The DeFelsko ATA50C-B PosiTest AT-A Automatic Pull-off Adhesion Tester with 50mm C1583 Kit measures the force required to pull a specified test area of coating away from a substrate using hydraulic pressure. An electronically controlled hydraulic pump automatically applies smooth and continuous pull-off pressure. The pump greatly reduces user effort and the risk of influencing the pulling process. The AT-A's built-in rechargeable battery performs over 200 tests per charge. The supplied AC adapter / charger allows you to continue testing with AC power while the battery recharges. The DeFelsko Positest AT-A features an environmentally sealed enclosure. It is weatherproof, dustproof and shockproof. Meeting or exceeding IP65 rating.
Kit Contents
The DeFelsko ATA50C (ASTM C1583 and EN 1542) PosiTest AT-A Adhesion Tester 50mm C1583 Kit includes everything needed for testing:- PosiTest AT-A Automatic Pull-Off Adhesion Tester
- Built-in rechargeable NiMH battery with charger
- C1583 stand-off (NOTE: drill required-not included)
- 50mm C1583 steel dollies (4)
- 50mm diamond grit cutting tool with arbor
- Abrasive pad, cotton swabs, glue with mixing sticks and palettes
- PosiSoft Software and USB cable
- Certificate of Calibration traceable to NIST
- Sturdy, lightweight carrying case, instruction booklet and shoulder strap
- Two-year warranty
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Features
- Select from four Stand-offs - 20 mm, 50 mm, 50x50 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
- Conforms to international standards including ASTM C1583/D4541/D7234/D7522, ISO 4642/16276-1, BS EN 12004-2, AS/NZS 1580.408.5 and others
- 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.
- Rubberized, shock absorbing grips provide a stable, skid-resistant footing
- 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
- Software Updates via web keep your instrument current
ATA Self-Alignment Feature
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. |  |
Both the PosiTest AT-M manual and PosiTest AT-A automatic models compensate for misalignment. The self-aligning, quick-coupling actuator and spherical articulating dolly head enable uniform distribution of the pulling force over the surface being tested, preventing a one-sided pull-off
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
- 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 wit PosiSoft Desktop, PosiSoft.net and PosiTector App (Apple iOS and Android) software solutions
PosiTector App Features
- 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
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Touch Screen Display
 |  |  | | Use the touch screen to interact with menu options. Swipe horizontally to navigate between views or vertically to move between batch readings. Alternatively, the keypad can be used for navigation and selection. | User adjustable dolly size, pull rate,
pull limit and hold time. | Batch summary provides an at-a-glance review of test results. |
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 |  |  |  | | View test parameters and reading results. Reading is recorded as pass or fail based on set test parameters. The pass/fail results can be revised. | Notes can be added for each reading. | Include a note for a batch (group) of readings. | Record the nature of failure - cohesive, adhesive and glue failures. |
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Recording the Nature of the Fracture
Upon completion of a pull-off test, the dolly and coated surface should be examined. In addition to pull-off force, many National and International standards such as ASTM D4541 and ISO 4624 require the nature of the fracture to be recorded. - Cohesive fracture: fracture occurs within a coating layer (same coating on dolly face and coated surface).
- Adhesive fracture: fracture occurs at the interface between layers (coating on dolly face differs from surface).
- Glue failure: visible separation of the glue from itself, the coating or dolly (no coating visible on the dolly face).
The cohesive and adhesive fracture visual analysis can be recorded using the PosiTest AT-A's keypad or touch screen display. Alternatively, the information can be reported using the PosiTector App. Fractures are visually estimated and recorded as a percent of each. The two layer example below illustrates a cohesive fracture within coating layer 1 and layer 2 (visually estimated at 50% each). Recorded results are included in reports. The PosiTest AT-A can record fracture information for up to five layers. For full details and examples see Visual Analysis and Recording of Test Results.
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Optional Accessories
DeFelsko Conversion Kit AT20KIT for PosiTest Adhesion Testers
Order Code: AT20KIT
- Interchangeable stand-off allows a PosiTest ATM20 or ATA20 to pull 10, 14 and 20 mm dollies
- Ideal for high bond strength finishes such as coatings on metal
- Includes 20 mm stand-off, 20 mm hole saw and 20 mm aluminum test dollies (20)
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DeFelsko Conversion Kit AT50KIT for PosiTest Adhesion Testers
Order Code: AT50KIT
- Interchangeable stand-off allows a PosiTest ATM20 or ATA20 to pull 50 mm dollies
- Ideal for lower bond strength finishes such as coatingson wood, concrete and plastic
- Larger surface area of dolly provides improved low range precision and repeatability
- Includes 50 mm stand-off, 50 mm hole saw and 50 mm aluminum test dollies (12)
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DeFelsko Conversion Kit AT50CKIT for PosiTest Adhesion Testers
Order Code: AT50CKIT- Ideal for measuring the tensile strength of concrete surfaces and concrete repairs and overlay materials
- Conforms to ASTM C1583
- Includes 50 mm C1583 steel dollies (4), 50 mm diamond grit cutting tool with arbor and 50 mm C1583 stand-off
NOTE: Drill required (not included)
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DeFelsko Conversion Kit AT50TKIT for PosiTest Adhesion Testers
Order Code: AT50TKIT- Interchangeable standoff 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
- Includes 20 mm stand-off, 20 mm hole saw and 20 mm aluminum test dollies (20)
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Drilling Template for 50 mm Dollies
Order Code: TMPLTAS
- Drilling template and drill bits to isolate test area, ideal for thicker coatings on concrete
- Includes (10) drill bits 5/32" (4 mm)
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Glue Kit
Order Code: ATADHESIVEKIT
- ResinLab EP11HT 2-Part Epoxy
- Additional glue, mixing sticks, palettes and cotton swabs
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Pelican Case for PosiTest AT Pull-Off Adhesion Testers
Order Code: CASEATAB-P
- Heavy-duty, waterproof Pelican cases complete with a custom foam insert to securely hold your PosiTest instrument
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