BituPlus Bitumen Grade 30/40 is a semi-hard penetration grade bitumen primarily used as a paving grade bitumen suitable for road construction and repair. It is also employed in the production of asphalt pavements and complies with the technical specifications listed below.
Penetration grade bitumen is categorized based on the results of penetration and softening point tests. This bitumen exhibits a thermoplastic property, which means they become soft at high temperatures and harden at low temperatures.
Typical properties of BituPlus Bitumen 30/40:
These properties of BituPlus Bitumen Grade 30/40 conform to ASTM D946-09/EN12591 standards.
| Description | Unit | Limit | Test Method |
| Density@25°C | Kg/m^3 | 1010-1060 | ASTM D70 or D3289 |
| Penetration@25°C | mm/10 | 30-40 | ASTM D5 |
| Softening Point | °C | 55-63 | ASTM D36 |
| Ductility@25°C | cm | 100 min | ASTM D113 |
| Loss on Heating | wt% | 0.2 max | ASTM D6 |
| Drop in Penetration after Heating | % | 20 max | ASTM D5 |
| Flash Point | °C | 250 min | ASTM D92 |
| Solubility in Trichloroethylene | wt% | 99.5 min | ASTM D2042 |
| Spot Test | — | Negative | A.A.S.H.O.T.102 |
Applications
Bitumen 30/40 is used in the manufacturing of hot mix asphalt for base and wearing courses. It serves as a fundamental material for all other bituminous products and ranks among the most widely used bitumen grades.
Availability
BituPlus Bitumen Penetration Grade 30/40 is offered in the following packaging options:
- Bulk
- New Steel Drums (185 Kg) and (150 Kg)
- Polybag
Delivery
We provide delivery services under various terms, including FOB, CFR, and CIF. For further details, please don’t hesitate to send us your inquiry.