BituPlus Bitumen RC-800 is a rapid-curing (RC) cut-back asphalt comprised of penetration grade asphalt cement and a rapidly volatile diluent or cutter.
Our Cutback Bitumen RC-800 adheres to the specifications for rapid-curing cutback petroleum asphalts, in accordance with ASTM D2028-97 (re-approved in 2004). It is specifically designed for use in the construction and treatment of pavements.
Key properties of BituPlus Bitumen Cutback RC800, classified in accordance with ASTM/EN15322:2009 standards, include:
- Rapid Volatility: This cutback asphalt features a rapid volatility diluent, facilitating efficient handling and application.
- Quality Assurance: BituPlus stands behind the quality of Cutback RC-800 by collaborating with international inspectors. Each shipment undergoes meticulous quality and quantity checks during the loading process onto vessels. Additionally, our dedicated QC team conducts batch test reports to verify product quality before shipping.
Properties of BituPlus Bitumen Cutback RC800:
| Properties | Min | Max | Test Method |
| Kinematic viscosity at 60°C [140°F], mm2/s | 800 | 1600 | ASTM D2170 |
| Flash Point (Tag open-cup), °C | – | 27 | ASTM D3143 |
| Distillation test:
Distillate, volume percent of total distillate to 360°C: |
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| to 190°C [374°F] | – | – | ASTM D402 |
| To 225°C [437°F] | 15 | – | ASTM D402 |
| To 260°C [500°F] | 45 | – | ASTM D402 |
| To 316°C [600°F] | 75 | – | ASTM D402 |
| Residue from distillation to 360°C [680°F], percent volume by difference | 75 | – | ASTM D402 |
| Tests on residue from distillation: | |||
| Penetration at 25°C | 80 | 120 | ASTM D5 |
| Ductility at 25°C [77°F], cm | 100 | – | ASTM D113 |
| Solubility in trichloroethylene, % | 99.0 | – | ASTM D2042 |
| Water, % | – | 0.2 | ASTM D95 |
Availability:
BituPlus Bitumen RC-800 is readily available and can be procured as needed.
Delivery:
We offer flexible delivery options, including FOB, CFR, and CIF. For further details or inquiries, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Rest assured, our commitment to quality ensures that BituPlus Bitumen RC-800 performs reliably and effectively for all your pavement construction and treatment requirements.