Bitumen vg 30
Viscosity Grade Bitumen 30 Description.
Bitumen VG 30 bitumen is a grade of viscosity bitumen used in cold climatic and high-altitude regions. This grade of bitumen is suitable for road construction in regions with 30 to 37 °C average temperature.
The standard penetration value of bitumen viscosity grade VG 30 is 60 mm at 25 °C. The absolute viscosity of VG 30 bitumen is 1600 to 2400 poise at 60 °C.
This bitumen is primarily used for the construction of extra-heavy bitumen pavements that have to bear significant traffic loads. Bitumen VG30 is the most widely used type of bitumen in road construction, insulation, building construction industries, and also in the production of cutback bitumen.
Viscosity Grade Bitumen 30 Application.
Bitumen VG 30 is primarily used as a binder in asphalt mixes for road construction and paving. It provides a strong, durable, and flexible adhesive bond between aggregate particles, creating a stable and long-lasting pavement.
- Road Construction
- Asphalt Pavements
- Roofing
- Waterproofing
- Pipe Coating
Properties of Viscosity Grade Bitumen 30.
- Viscosity
- Penetration
- Softening Point
- Ductility
- Flash Point
- Solubility
- Compatibility
- Paving Applications
- Climate Suitability
| Specification | Unit | Value | Test Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Absolute Viscosity, at 60 °C: | Poise | Min 2400 | (ASTM D4402) |
| Kinematic Viscosity, at 135 °C: | CST | Min 350 | (ASTM D2170) |
| Flash Point: | °C | Min 220 | (ASTM D93) |
| Solubility in Trichloroethylene: | %WT | Min 99 | (ASTM D2042) |
| Penetration Value, at 25 °C: | 0.1mm | 50-70 | (ASTM D5) |
| Softening Point: | °C | Min 47 | (ASTM D36) |
| Viscosity Ratio, at 60 °C: | °C | Max 4 | (ASTM D4402) |
| Ductility at 25 °C, after thin film oven test: | Cm | Min 40 | (ASTM D113) |
| Specific Gravity, at 25 °C: | Kg/m³ | Min 1.0131 | (ASTM D70) |
Packing of Bitumen VG30.
Bitumen VG 30 is typically packed and transported in a variety of ways Here are some common packing options for Bitumen VG 30:
- 180kg New Steel Drum: Loading 110 Drum in 20 ft.
- 375Kg Bitubag: Loading 24 MT in 20 ft Container.
- Bulk in vessel: Loading 2000 to 20,000 MT in Bitumen Carrier.
- Bulk in Flexi Bag: Loading 20 MT in Bitumen Felexi Bag.
- Bulk in Tunker: Loading 25 MT in Truk Tanker.