Viscosity astm d271

Significance and Use

The viscosity at 60C [140F] characterizes flow behavior and may be used for
specification requirements for cutbacks and asphalt binders.
1. Scope
1.1 This test method covers procedures for the determination of viscosity of asphalt
binder (bitumen) by vacuum capillary viscometers at 60C [140F]. It is applicable to
materials having viscosities in the range from 0.0036 to over 20 000 Pa s [0.036 to
over 200 000 P].
Note 1This test method is suitable for use at other temperatures, but the precision is
based on determinations on asphalt binders at 60C [140F].
1.2 The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound units are to be regarded
separately as standard. The values stated in each system may not be exact
equivalents; therefore, each system shall be used independently of the other.
Combining values from the two systems may result in non-conformance with the
standard.
1.3 WarningMercury has been designated by the United States Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) and many state agencies as a hazardous material that can
cause central nervous system, kidney and liver damage. Mercury, or its vapor, may be
hazardous to health and corrosive to materials. Caution should be taken when
handling mercury and mercury containing products. See the applicable product
Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for details and EPAs
websitehttp://www.epa.gov/mercury/faq.htmfor additional information. Users should
be aware that selling mercury, mercury-containing products, or both, into your state
may be prohibited by state law.
1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any,
associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish
appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory
limitations prior to use.

Ductility astm d113

Significance and Use

This test method provides one measure of tensile properties of bituminous materials and may
be used to measure ductility for specification requirements.
1. Scope
1.1 This test method describes the procedure for determining the ductility of a bituminous material
measured by the distance to which it will elongate before breaking when two ends of a briquet
specimen of the material, of the form described in Section 4, are pulled apart at a specified speed
and at a specified temperature. Unless otherwise specified, the test shall be made at a temperature
of 25 0.5C and with a speed of 5 cm/min 5.0 %. At other temperatures the speed should be
specified.
1.2 Because of the large number of methods for obtaining test samples, it is impractical to discuss
specific products in this test method. Refer to individual product specifications for guidance in
obtaining a test sample.
1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. Values in parenthesis in inchpound units are provided for informational purposes only.
1.4 WarningMercury has been designated by EPA and many state agencies as a hazardous
material that can cause central nervous system, kidney and liver damage. Mercury, or its vapor, may
be hazardous to health and corrosive to materials. Caution should be taken when handling mercury
and mercury containing products. See the applicable product Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for
details and EPAs website (http://www.epa.gov/mercury/faq.htm) for additional information. Users
should be aware that selling mercury or mercury containing products, or both, in your state may be
prohibited by state law.
1.5 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its
use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and
health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

Thin film oven test astm d1754

Significance and Use

4.1 This method indicates approximate change in properties of asphalt during conventional hotmixing at about 150C [302F] as indicated by viscosity, penetration, or ductility measurements. It
yields a residue which approximates the asphalt condition as incorporated in the pavement. If the
mixing temperature differs appreciably from the 150C [302F] level, more or less effect on
properties will occur.
NOTE 1: The quality of the results produced by this standard are dependent on the competence of
the personnel performing the procedure and the capability, calibration, and maintenance of the
equipment used. Agencies that meet the criteria of Specification D3666 are generally considered
capable of competent and objective testing and sampling.
1. Scope

1.1 This test method covers the determination of the effects of heat and air on a film of semisolid
asphaltic materials. The effects of this treatment are determined from measurements of selected
asphalt properties before and after the test.
1.2 The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound units are to be regarded separately as
standard. The values stated in each system may not be exact equivalents; therefore, each system
shall be used independently of the other. Combining values from the two systems may result in nonconformance with the standard.
1.3 WarningMercury has been designated by the United States Environmental Protection Agency
and many state agencies as a hazardous material that can cause central nervous system, kidney
and liver damage. Mercury, or its vapor, may be hazardous to health and corrosive to materials.
Caution should be taken when handling mercury and mercury containing products. See the
applicable Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for details and EPAs website
http://www.epa.gov/mercury/index.htmfor additional information. Users should be aware that
selling mercury and/or mercury containing products into your state may be prohibited by state law.

Solubility astm d2042

Significance and Use

This test method is a measure of the solubility of asphalt in trichloroethylene. The portion that is
soluble in trichloroethylene represents the active cementing constituents.
Note 2The quality of the results produced by this standard are dependent on the competence of
the personnel performing the procedure and the capability, calibration, and maintenance of the
equipment used. Agencies that meet the criteria of Specification D 3666 are generally considered
capable of competent and objective testing/sampling/inspection/etc. Users of this standard are
cautioned that compliance with Specification D 3666 alone does not completely assure reliable
results. Reliable results depend on many factors; following the suggestions of Specification D
3666 or some similar acceptable guideline provides a means of evaluating and controlling some of
these factors.
1. Scope
1.1 This test method covers the determination of the degree of solubility in trichloroethylene of
asphalt materials having little or no mineral matter.
Note 1This method is not applicable to tars and their distillation residues or highly cracked
petroleum products. For methods covering tars, pitches, and other highly cracked petroleum
products, and the use of other solvents, see Test Methods D 4, D 2318, and D 2764.
1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are
included in this standard.

1.3 The text of this standard references notes and footnotes which provide explanatory material.
These notes and footnotes (excluding those in tables and figures) shall not be considered as
requirements of the standard.
1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its
use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health
practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. Specific precaution
statements are given in Section 7.

Flashpoint astm d92

Significance and Use

5.1 The flash point is one measure of the tendency of the test specimen to form a flammable mixture
with air under controlled laboratory conditions. It is only one of a number of properties that should be
considered in assessing the overall flammability hazard of a material.
5.2 Flash point is used in shipping and safety regulations to define flammable and combustible
materials. Consult the particular regulation involved for precise definitions of these classifications.
5.3 Flash point can indicate the possible presence of highly volatile and flammable materials in a
relatively nonvolatile or nonflammable material. For example, an abnormally low flash point on a test
specimen of engine oil can indicate gasoline contamination.
5.4 This test method shall be used to measure and describe the properties of materials, products, or
assemblies in response to heat and a test flame under controlled laboratory conditions and shall not
be used to describe or appraise the fire hazard or fire risk of materials, products, or assemblies
under actual fire conditions. However, results of this test method may be used as elements of a fire
risk assessment that takes into account all of the factors that are pertinent to an assessment of the
fire hazard of a particular end use.
5.5 The fire point is one measure of the tendency of the test specimen to support combustion.
1. Scope
1.1 This test method describes the determination of the flash point and fire point of petroleum
products by a manual Cleveland open cup apparatus or an automated Cleveland open cup
apparatus.
NOTE 1The precisions for fire point were not determined in the current interlaboratory program.
Fire point is a parameter that is not commonly specified, although in some cases, knowledge of this
flammability temperature may be desired.
1.2 This test method is applicable to all petroleum products with flash points above 79C (175F) and
below 400C (752F) except fuel oils.
NOTE 2This test method may occasionally be specified for the determination of the fire point of a
fuel oil. For the determination of the flash points of fuel oils, use Test Method D93. Test
Method D93 should also be used when it is desired to determine the possible presence of small, but
significant, concentrations of lower flash point substances that may escape detection by Test Method
D92. Test Method D1310 can be employed if the flash point is known to be below 79C (175F).
1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in
parentheses are for information only.

1.4 WARNINGMercury has been designated by many regulatory agencies as a hazardous

material that can cause central nervous system, kidney and liver damage. Mercury, or its vapor, may
be hazardous to health and corrosive to materials. Caution should be taken when handling mercury
and mercury containing products. See the applicable product Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for
details and EPAs websitehttp://www.epa.gov/mercury/faq.htmfor additional information. Users
should be aware that selling mercury and/or mercury containing products into your state or country
may be prohibited by law.