Bitumen 60/70, just like other penetration grades, is produced through a blowing process in a refinery. Due to its medium air blowing and penetration, it is suitable for mild areas. It’s applicable in road constructions. As it is neither hard nor soft, it’s highly recommended in temperate climate.
This grade of bitumen is mainly used for pavement of roads suitable for commercial traffic.
Specification of Bitumen Penetration Grade 60/70 |
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CHARACTERISTICS |
TEST METHOD |
UNIT |
MIN. |
MAX. |
Specific Gravity at 25°C |
ASTM D70 |
°C |
1.01 |
1.06 |
Penetration at 25°C, 100g, 5s |
ASTM D5 |
mm |
60 |
70 |
Softening Point |
ASTM D36 |
°C |
49 |
56 |
Ductility at 25°C |
ASTM D113 |
Cm |
100 |
|
Loss on heating |
ASTM D6 |
% |
0.2 |
|
Drop in penetration after heating |
ASTM D5 |
% |
20 |
|
Flash point |
ASTM D92 |
°C |
250 |
|
Solubility in Trichloroethylene |
ASTM D2042 |
% |
99 |