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DeFelsko® PosiTest® CH Cross Hatch Adhesion Tester
The PosiTest Cross Hatch Adhesion Test Kit – DeFelsko’s system for detecting a coating’s ability to adhere to its substrate. Multiple package options available, depending on the test standard selected and the thickness of the coating. Details as follows:
- Simple. Straighforward and easy-to-use, each package includes all tools and accessories needed for cross hatch testing
- Comfortable. The ergonomic tool handle has a non-slip grip
- Capable. Designed for coatings up to 10 mils thick and available in configurations to meet two different international standards. (See long description tab for for standard details.)
- Package options.
- ISO 2409 Standard
- 1 mm / 6 Teeth blade version
- 2 mm / 6 Teeth blade version
- 3 mm / 6 Teeth blade version
- ASTM D3359 Standard
- 1 mm / 11 Teeth blade version
- 2 mm / 6 Teeth blade version
- ISO 2409 Standard
- Package contents. Each kit includes the following:
- Cross Hatch Tool
- 4-in-1 Blade to match the relevant standard
- Magnifier – 3X (ISO) or 10X (ASTM)
- Tape to match the relevant standard
- Brush
- Scissors
- 3/32″ Hex Key
- ISO/ASTM Classification Reference Chart
- Instruction Manual
- Durable Hard Shell Case
Additional tape and blades are available under the repair parts tab.
DeFelsko® PosiTest® CH Cross Hatch Adhesion Tester
SKU: P-INDCHKITDescription
ISO 2409 Blades
ASTM D3359 Blades
The DeFelsko® PosiTest® CH Cross Hatch Adhesion Tester sets the industry standard for assessing the adhesion of coatings to their substrates, crucial for ensuring the longevity and integrity of coating applications across a variety of industries including automotive, aerospace, and construction. This tool meticulously follows the procedures outlined in ISO 2409 and ASTM D3359 to produce a cross hatch pattern, facilitating an accurate evaluation of the coating’s adhesion properties.
With user-centric design at its core, the PosiTest® CH features an ergonomic tool handle that ensures comfortable usage throughout the day, coupled with a pivoting cutting head that guarantees the correct positioning and uniform pressure along the cut. The device’s blade is crafted from high-grade hardened steel, boasting four cutting edges to extend the tool’s service life and accommodate extensive testing requirements.
The kit not only includes the essential cutting tool and adhesive tapes but also offers additional tools such as an illuminated magnifier for enhanced visibility of the test area, a brush for cleaning the surface post-test, and a range of cutting blades tailored to different standards, coating thicknesses, and substrates. All these components are securely housed in a durable hard shell case, ensuring the tester’s protection and ease of transport.
