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Specimen Mounting

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Backing has a direct effect upon material temperature. The common backing types are:

Backing Type Typical Use
Unbacked Coil coatings, sign material, automotive
Backed Siding, roofing, building products, automotive
Expanded Metal Automotive
Black Box Automotive

Unbacked Example Unbacked

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