This standard specifies methods for the determination of the modulus in
shear and the strength of bonds of rubber to metal or other rigid plates,
using rubber bonded between four parallel plates. Method A describes
the determination of the modulus in shear. Method B describes the
determination of the strength of the bonds. The methods are applicable
primarily to test pieces prepared in the laboratory under standard
conditions, such as can be used to provide data for the development and
control of rubber compounds and methods of manufacture of bonded
shear units.