In the realm of road construction and infrastructure development, the significance of quality materials cannot be overstated. Cutback bitumen, a versatile and vital derivative of crude oil, plays a pivotal role in the construction industry.
Cutback bitumen refers to bitumen (asphalt) that has been modified with a solvent to facilitate ease of application. Cutback Bitumen Medium Curing MC-250 is one such formulation that involves mixing medium-curing bitumen with a volatile solvent. The resultant blend is characterized by its medium-setting properties, making it suitable for a range of applications in road construction and maintenance.
Properties | Min | Max | Test Method |
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Kinemalic 1 viscosity at 60°C, eSt | 250 | 500 | ASTM D2170 |
Flash Point (Tag Open-Cup),°C | 66 | – | ASTM D1310 |
Distillate, percent by Volume of total 360°C: | |||
To 190°C | – | 10 | ASTM D402 |
To 225°C | 15 | 55 | ASTM D402 |
To 260°C | 60 | 87 | ASTM D402 |
To 316°C | 67 | – | ASTM D402 |
Residue from distillation to 360°C: | |||
Test on residue from distillation Penetration at 25°C,100g, 5 sec. | 30 | 120 | |
Ductility 3 at 25°C, cm | 120 | 250 | ASTM D402 / ASTM D113 |
Solubility in trichloroethylene, percent mass | 100 | – | ASTM D402 / ASTM D2024 |
Water, percent volume | – | 0.2 | ASTM D95 |