Bitumen Penetration 50/70 designation means that the needle penetrates 50 to 70 units, indicating a medium-hard consistency.
Bitumen Penetration 50/70’s medium-soft consistency allows it to perform well under both high and low temperatures, making it suitable for pavement surfaces that face regular temperature fluctuations.
Technical Properties of Bitumen Penetration 50/70
The Technical Properties of this type of bitumen shows its characteristics and specifications. In addition to penetration testing, there are tests used to determine bitumen grades, including:
- Penetration Value: Indicates the hardness of the bitumen.
- Softening Point: The temperature at which bitumen softens.
- Ductility: The ability to stretch without breaking.
- Viscosity: Resistance to flo/w, crucial for application at different temperatures.
Specification
| Specification | Test Method | Unit | Min. | Max. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penetration at 25 °C, 100g, 5s | EN 1426 | 0.1mm | 50 | 70 |
| Softening Point | EN 1427 | °C | 46 | 54 |
| Kinematic Viscosity@135 °C | EN 12595 | CST | 295 | – |
| Penetration Index | EN12591 | mm | -1.5 | + 0.7 |
| Flash Point | EN 2592 | °C | 230 | – |
| Solubility in Toluene or Xylene | EN 12592 | %WT | 99 | – |
| Spot Test | AASHTO T102 | Negative | Negative | Negative |
Difference Between Bitumen 50/70 and Bitumen 60/70
Both grades have the same properties but totally different in Standards. Bitumen penetration 50/70 standard is EN Standard, but Bitumen 60/70 is ASTM Standard. It ultimately depends on the customer’s requirements for the product.
Packing of Bitumen Penetration 50/70
| Steel Drum | Detailes |
|---|---|
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180kg New Steel Drum => 150kg New Steel Drum => |
| Jumbo Bag | Detailes |
|---|---|
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1MT Jumbo Bag with Pallet and Steel 1MT Jumbo Bag without Pallet and Steel |
| Flexi Tank | Detailes |
|---|---|
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flexible containers designed to fit inside standard 20-foot or 40-foot shipping containers. |
| Bulk | Detailes |
|---|---|
 Truck Tanker |
Loading 24-25 Ton in Bulk Tanker. |
 Bulk Vessel |
Loading 1,000-30,000 Ton in Bitumen Carrier Vessel. |
 Bitutainer |
Loading 25 Ton in Bitutainer. |
Supplier of Bitumen Penetration 50/70
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