loop tack adhesive strength measurement

Precision Adhesive Strength Testing

Loop Tack Tester

About Us

Loop Tack Tester

The Loop Tack Tester is a professional Adhesive Strength Tester designed to measure the tack force of pressure-sensitive adhesives with high precision. Tack, also known as the initial bonding strength, is a key parameter that reflects how quickly and firmly an adhesive can form a bond under light pressure.

Technical Specifications

Test Range200N (customizable)
Accuracy±0.5%
Resolution0.001N
Speed1–500 mm/min
Accuracy±0.1 mm
Stroke200mm
Sample Size125x25mm or 175x25mm

Testing Standards

The Loop Tack Tester is fully compliant with internationally recognized standards for adhesive testing.

01

ASTM D6195

Standard Test Methods for Loop Tack Strength of Pressure-Sensitive Adhesives. This method defines how to measure the maximum force required to separate an adhesive loop from a standardized surface.

02

PSTC16

Standard Test Method by the Pressure Sensitive Tape Council, widely used in tape and label industries.

03

FLANT9

A commonly used industry standard for loop tack evaluation, especially for packaging materials.

Wide Applications

From product development to final inspection, the Loop Tack Tester provides reliable data for optimizing adhesive formulations and improving production quality.

  • Packaging industry – Quality control of packaging tapes, protective films, and carton sealing adhesives.
  • Labeling industry – Testing of self-adhesive labels, barcodes, and stickers to ensure they bond quickly and securely.
  • Medical field – Verification of adhesive performance in surgical tapes, wound dressings, and transdermal patches.
  • Electronics industry – Assessment of adhesive films and protective tapes used in device assembly.
  • Automotive sector – Evaluation of adhesive tapes and foils applied in interior and exterior components.

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Importance of Testing

Adhesive performance directly impacts product safety, reliability, and customer satisfaction. Tack strength testing with a Loop Tack Tester is important.

Ensures product quality

Guarantees consistent adhesion strength and reduces risks of failure.

Boosts efficiency

Detects defects early to cut waste and rework.

Standards compliance

Meets ASTM D6195, PSTC16, and related requirements.

Enhances competitiveness

Reliable adhesives build trust and strengthen brand reputation.

Our Advantages

  • High precision sensors – Guarantee accurate measurement of tack strength.
  • Advanced control system – Provides stable operation and easy parameter adjustment.
  • Comprehensive software – Real-time data collection, analysis, and report generation.
  • Standard compliance – Fully aligned with ASTM D6195, PSTC16, and FLANT9.
  • Durable build – Long service life with minimal maintenance.
  • Global service network – Fast technical support, calibration, and training.

What We Can Do for You

We provide more than just testing equipment – we deliver complete adhesive testing solutions

  • Supply of Loop Tack Testers and a full range of Adhesive Strength Testers.
  • Customized testing configurations to meet different materials and industry needs.
  • Consultation on selecting the right testing standards and methods.
  • Training programs for operators and laboratory technicians.
  • Long-term technical support, maintenance, and calibration services.
  • Assistance with regulatory compliance and laboratory accreditation.
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Our tester provides fast, accurate, and repeatable results, helping companies ensure the stability and reliability of their adhesive materials during research, production, and quality control.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What is a Loop Tack Tester?

A Loop Tack Tester is a type of Adhesive Strength Tester designed to measure the initial tack (instant bonding strength) of pressure-sensitive adhesives. It evaluates how quickly and strongly an adhesive bonds to a substrate under light pressure.

Our tester fully complies with ASTM D6195 (astm d6195), PSTC16, and FLANT9 standards, ensuring accurate, repeatable, and internationally recognized results.

The Loop Tack Tester can be used for tapes, labels, films, protective sheets, medical adhesives (such as wound dressings and surgical tapes), automotive adhesive foils, and electronic adhesive materials.

Tack testing helps ensure product quality, improve manufacturing efficiency, reduce material waste, and guarantee compliance with international standards. It also minimizes the risk of product failure, recalls, and customer complaints.

It is widely used in packaging, labeling, medical, electronics, and automotive industries—anywhere reliable adhesive performance is critical.

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