tensile strenght

Tensile strength is one of the most important mechanical properties of materials. It refers to the maximum tensile force a material can withstand before it breaks. Tensile strength is usually measured in units such as pascals (Pa) or megapascals (MPa) and is a critical property of structural materials such as metals, plastics or composites.

Tensile strength is often considered together with shear strength to give a comprehensive picture of the strength of a material.

In adhesive bonding, tensile strength is used to characterise the adhesive itself, whereas tensile shear strength characterises the strength of a bond.