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Standard Test Method ASTM D 7998-19 for the Cohesive Strength Development of Wood Adhesives
Published on: May 17, 2020
Investigations into the Influence of Temperature on the Tensile Shear Strength of Various Adhesives
Arkadiusz Bernaczyk1, André Wagenführ2, Christian Terfloth1
1Jowat SE, 32758 Detmold, Germany.
Abstract:
The temperature resistance of glued timber, which is crucial for glued wood construction, represents a significant assessment criterion. To gain insights into this aspect, this study utilized methods such as a shear strength test in accordance with EN 302-1:2013-06 under thermal loading (from 20 °C to 200 °C), and Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) to determine the glass transition temperature (Tg). An increase in thermal load resulted in a decrease in shear strength and an increase in wood breakage. A hierarchy of adhesive groups was established based on strength performance and wood failure percentage (WFP) at 200 °C. Thermoset adhesives (MF: Melamine Formaldehyde, PRF: Phenol Resorcinol Formaldehyde) led the ranking, followed by elastomer adhesives (1C-PUR: One-Component Polyurethane, EPI: Emulsion Polymer Isocyanate), with thermoplastic adhesive (PVAc: Polyvinyl Acetate) last. Thermoset adhesives further cured under heat. PUR adhesives exhibited higher strength performance at 150 °C and lower temperatures.
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