PosiTest® CH - Cross Hatch Adhesion Tester
The PosiTest CH Cross Hatch Adhesion Tester is a tool used to assess the adhesion strength of a coating. The testing involves creating a cross hatch pattern on the surface of the coating and then evaluating the extent to which the coating remains attached to its substrate, in accordance with ISO 2409 and ASTM D3359 standards.
Includes all tools and accessories required for cross hatch testing
Ergonomic tool handle with non-slip grip provides comfortable all-day use
Pivoting cutting head ensures proper positioning and equal pressure across the cutting surface
Easy to replace, high-grade hardened steel blade with 4 cutting edges for longer testing
Choice of adhesive tape conforms to ISO 2409 or ASTM D3359
Each Kit comes complete with cross hatch tool, blade, magnifier—3X (ISO) or 10X (ASTM), adhesive tape—ISO or ASTM, brush, scissors, 3/32" hex key, ISO/ASTM classification reference chart, instruction manual, hard shell case, two (2) year warranty.
Features
Simple
Includes all tools and accessories required for cross hatch testing in accordance with ISO 2409 and ASTM D3359
Ergonomic tool handle with non-slip grip provides comfortable all-day use
Pivoting cutting head ensures proper positioning and equal pressure across the cutting surface
Easy to replace, high-grade hardened steel blade with 4 cutting edges for longer testing
Ideal for coatings up to 250 μm (10 mils) depending on blade and Standard
Wide range of 4-in-1 cutting blades available for different Standards, coating thicknesses, and substrates. Tool is compatible with all DeFelsko cutting blades.
Illuminated Magnifier available with 3x or 10x magnification depending on Standard
Brush included to remove any detached flakes from the coating
Choice of adhesive tape conforms to ISO 2409 or ASTM D3359
Durable hard shell case keeps contents secure
Two year warranty
LFC is the authorized distributor for DeFelsko in Singapore and Indonesia. Contact us to purchase the PosiTest CH or any other DeFelsko products.
PosiTest® CH - Cross Hatch Adhesion Tester
The PosiTest CH Cross Hatch Adhesion Tester is a tool used to assess the adhesion strength of a coating. The testing involves creating a cross hatch pattern on the surface of the coating and then evaluating the extent to which the coating remains attached to its substrate, in accordance with ISO 2409 and ASTM D3359 standards.
Includes all tools and accessories required for cross hatch testing
Ergonomic tool handle with non-slip grip provides comfortable all-day use
Pivoting cutting head ensures proper positioning and equal pressure across the cutting surface
Easy to replace, high-grade hardened steel blade with 4 cutting edges for longer testing
Choice of adhesive tape conforms to ISO 2409 or ASTM D3359
Each Kit comes complete with cross hatch tool, blade, magnifier—3X (ISO) or 10X (ASTM), adhesive tape—ISO or ASTM, brush, scissors, 3/32" hex key, ISO/ASTM classification reference chart, instruction manual, hard shell case, two (2) year warranty.
Features
Simple
Includes all tools and accessories required for cross hatch testing in accordance with ISO 2409 and ASTM D3359
Ergonomic tool handle with non-slip grip provides comfortable all-day use
Pivoting cutting head ensures proper positioning and equal pressure across the cutting surface
Easy to replace, high-grade hardened steel blade with 4 cutting edges for longer testing
Ideal for coatings up to 250 μm (10 mils) depending on blade and Standard
Wide range of 4-in-1 cutting blades available for different Standards, coating thicknesses, and substrates. Tool is compatible with all DeFelsko cutting blades.
Illuminated Magnifier available with 3x or 10x magnification depending on Standard
Brush included to remove any detached flakes from the coating
Choice of adhesive tape conforms to ISO 2409 or ASTM D3359
Durable hard shell case keeps contents secure
Two year warranty
LFC is the authorized distributor for DeFelsko in Singapore and Indonesia. Contact us to purchase the PosiTest CH or any other DeFelsko products.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
PosiTest CH Cross Hatch Adhesion Test is offered in 5 kits : 3 in accordance with ISO 2409 and 2 in accordance with ASTM D3359. Use the tables below to select the appropriate blade based on the Standard and the thickness of coating to be tested.
ISO 2409
Coating Thickness
Specified Blade (Spacing # of Cuts)
μm
mils
0 – 60
0 – 2.3
1 mm / 6 Teeth*
61 – 120
2.4 – 4.7
2 mm / 6 Teeth
121 – 250
4.7 – 9.8
3 mm / 6 Teeth
*For soft substrates (e.g. wood and plaster), use 2 mm / 6 Teeth for coating thicknesses between 0 – 120 μm (0 – 4.7 mils)
ASTM D3359
Coating Thickness
Specified Blade (Spacing # of Cuts)
μm
mils
0 – 50
0 – 2
1 mm / 11 Teeth
51 – 125
2 – 5
2 mm / 6 Teeth
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The PosiTest CH Cross Hatch Adhesion Tester is a tool used to assess the adhesion strength of a coating. The testing involves creating a cross hatch pattern on the surface of the coating and then evaluating the extent to which the coating remains attached to its substrate, in accordance with ISO 2409 and ASTM D3359 standards.
Includes all tools and accessories required for cross hatch testing
Ergonomic tool handle with non-slip grip provides comfortable all-day use
Pivoting cutting head ensures proper positioning and equal pressure across the cutting surface
Easy to replace, high-grade hardened steel blade with 4 cutting edges for longer testing
Choice of adhesive tape conforms to ISO 2409 or ASTM D3359
Each Kit comes complete with cross hatch tool, blade, magnifier—3X (ISO) or 10X (ASTM), adhesive tape—ISO or ASTM, brush, scissors, 3/32" hex key, ISO/ASTM classification reference chart, instruction manual, hard shell case, two (2) year warranty.
Features
Simple
Includes all tools and accessories required for cross hatch testing in accordance with ISO 2409 and ASTM D3359
Ergonomic tool handle with non-slip grip provides comfortable all-day use
Pivoting cutting head ensures proper positioning and equal pressure across the cutting surface
Easy to replace, high-grade hardened steel blade with 4 cutting edges for longer testing
Ideal for coatings up to 250 μm (10 mils) depending on blade and Standard
Wide range of 4-in-1 cutting blades available for different Standards, coating thicknesses, and substrates. Tool is compatible with all DeFelsko cutting blades.
Illuminated Magnifier available with 3x or 10x magnification depending on Standard
Brush included to remove any detached flakes from the coating
Choice of adhesive tape conforms to ISO 2409 or ASTM D3359
Durable hard shell case keeps contents secure
Two year warranty
LFC is the authorized distributor for DeFelsko in Singapore and Indonesia. Contact us to purchase the PosiTest CH or any other DeFelsko products.