BituPlus Bitumen Grade 40/60 is commonly used as a paving bitumen suitable for road construction and various industrial applications. This specific bitumen grade finds primary usage in the production of hot mix asphalt within tropical regions.
Typical properties of BituPlus Bitumen 40/60:
BituPlus ensures that the Bitumen Grade 40/60 supplied under its offerings complies with and adheres to European Standard DIN EN 12591:99, meeting the specified requirements.
| Description | Unit | Limit | Test Method |
| Density@25°C | Kg/m^3 | 1010-1060 | ASTM D70 or D3289 |
| Penetration@25°C | mm/10 | 40-60 | EN 1426 |
| Softening Point | °C | 48-56 | EN 1427 |
| Ductility@25°C | cm | 100 Min | ASTM D113 |
| Flash Point (Cleveland Open) | °C | 230 Min | EN ISO 2592 |
| Solubility in Trichloroethylene or Xylene | wt% | 99.0 Min | EN 12592 or ASTM D2042 |
| Kinematic Viscosity@135°C | mm²/s | 325 Min | EN 12595 |
| Resistance to hardening at 163°C: | |||
| Change in mass (m/m) | % | 0.5 Max | EN 12607-1 |
| Retained Penetration 25°C, 100g, 5s (% of original) | % | 50 Min | EN 1426 |
| Increase in softening point (R&B) | °C | 11 Max | EN 1427 |
Applications
This type of bitumen is well-suited for road construction projects in tropical regions. Additionally, Bitumen Grade 40/60 is used in the manufacturing of asphalt mixes, certain grades of bitumen emulsion, cutback bitumen, and modified bitumen.
Availability
BituPlus Bitumen Penetration Grade 40/60 is available in:
- Bulk
- New Steel Drums (185 Kg) and (150 Kg)
- Polybag
Delivery
Delivery can be arranged under various terms, including FOB, CFR, and CIF. For more information, please don’t hesitate to send us your inquiry.