Cutback Bitumen
Rapid Curing – Cutback RC 3000
Rapid Curing 3000 RC3000 a combination of penetration grade asphalt cement and a diluent or cutter highly rapid in its volatility making it easier to apply. Cut back RC3000 is compliant with ASTM standard for cut back asphalt.
Related Category:
Cutback SC 250
Rapid Curing 250 SC250 combination of penetration grade asphalt cement and a diluent or cutter highly rapid in its volatility making it easier to apply. Cut back SC250is compliant with ASTM standard for cut back asphalt.
Bitumen 10/20
Bitumen 10/20 is commonly used for the production of hot mix asphalt for the base and wearing courses.
Uses
RC3000 grade is used in the construction of roads and highways and for treatment for pavements in compliance with ASTM. RC3000 is also commonly used in spraying and for applications of mixing.
Specification
No |
Characteristic |
Min |
Max |
Test Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1
|
Kinematic Viscosity at 60°C (140°F) mm2/s
|
3000
|
6000
|
ASTM D2170
|
2
|
Flash Point (Tag Open-Cup) °C
|
66
|
–
|
ASTM D3143
|
3
|
Distillation Test : Distillate, Volume percent of total distillate to 360°C
|
|||
4
|
To 225°C (437°F)
|
–
|
–
|
ASTM D402
|
5
|
To 260°C (500°F)
|
0
|
15
|
ASTM D402
|
6
|
To 316°C (600°F)
|
15
|
75
|
ASTM D402
|
7
|
Residue from distillation to 360°C (680°F) % vol diff
|
80
|
–
|
ASTM D402
|
8
|
Tests on Residue from distillation :
|
|||
9
|
Penetration at 25°C
|
120
|
250
|
ASTM D5
|
10
|
Ductility at 25°C (77°F) cm
|
100
|
–
|
ASTM D113
|
11
|
Solubility in Trichloroethylene %
|
99
|
–
|
ASTM D2042
|
12
|
Water %
|
–
|
0.2
|
ASTM D95
|
Safe Handling and Storage
- Use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE’s) when handling (i.e. gloves, eye protectors, etc.
- Maintain safe heating temperatures when using this product.
- Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing.
- Avoid breathing vapor, spray or mists when applying.
Packaging
RC 3000 Packing is available in 1mm thickness steel drums or PE drums 200 KG Net Weight and 210 KG Gross Weight. It is also available in IBC containers.
Drums
Keep drums in a cool, well-ventilated place.