1.1 This test method covers the determination of the cleavage force to peel stiff facings from sandwich panels.
1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.4 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
ASTM E2004-18 Referenced Document
ASTM D1781 Standard Test Method for Climbing Drum Peel for Adhesives*, 2021-06-01 Update
ASTM E1749 Standard Terminology Relating to Rigid Wall Relocatable Shelters
ASTM E4 Standard Practices for Force Verification of Testing Machines
ASTM E631 Standard Terminology of Building Constructions
ASTM E2004-18 history
2018ASTM E2004-18 Standard Test Method for Facing Cleavage of Sandwich Panels
2010ASTM E2004-10 Standard Test Method for Facing Cleavage of Sandwich Panels
2004ASTM E2004-04 Standard Test Method for Facing Cleavage of Sandwich Panels
1999ASTM E2004-99 Standard Test Method for Facing Cleavage of Sandwich Panels