ASTM D3167 is used to determine the average peel strength or force of an adhesive and bonding agents through the use of floating roller fixtures. This is used to compare adhesives or to compare adhesive surface preparation procedures. Other common peel tests that determine adhesive properties are the T-peel, the 90 degree peel test, and the 180 degree peel test.
Before conducting ASTM D3167, it is important to read the entire specification. Standards can be obtained from appropriate standard authorities.