Bitumen 85/100 grade is a type of bitumen with the penetration value of 85 to 100 mm. Due to its low air blowing and penetration value, it is suitable for cold regions. 85/100 grade does not crack in low temperatures.
Specification of Bitumen Penetration Grade 85/100 |
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CHARACTERISTICS |
TEST METHOD |
UNIT |
MIN. |
MAX. |
Specific Gravity at 25°C |
ASTM D70 |
°C |
1.01 |
1.05 |
Penetration at 25°C, 100g, 5s |
ASTM D5 |
mm |
85 |
100 |
Softening Point |
ASTM D36 |
°C |
42 |
52 |
Ductility at 25°C |
ASTM D113 |
Cm |
100 |
|
Loss on heating |
ASTM D6 |
% |
0.5 |
|
Flash point |
ASTM D92 |
°C |
225 |
|
Solubility in Trichloroethylene |
ASTM D2042 |
% |
99 |