VISCOSITY GRADE BITUMEN
AR Standard – 16000
AR 16000 is the highest viscosity grade bitumen, offering unparalleled durability and resistance to extreme conditions. This bitumen grade is engineered for the most challenging construction environments, providing superior performance in applications requiring exceptional strength and longevity. AR 16000’s high adhesive properties ensure excellent bonding with aggregates, contributing to the overall stability and resilience of the asphalt mix. It is designed to withstand the most severe traffic loads and climatic variations, from scorching heat to freezing cold. Manufactured to exceed industry standards, Petra Oil’s AR 16000 guarantees consistent quality and exceptional performance. This makes it an indispensable choice for critical infrastructure projects demanding the highest levels of reliability and durability.
APPLICATIONS
- AR 16000 is used for highways, heavy-duty industrial pavements, and areas subjected to very high traffic and load stress. This bitumen grade is ideal for projects demanding the highest performance standards, such as airport runways, major highways, and heavy-load industrial zones.
- Its extremely high viscosity makes it suitable for high-performance hot mix asphalt (HMA) applications, ensuring long-lasting and reliable pavements. AR 16000 is also effective in specialized applications requiring maximum durability and resistance to deformation.
- Its robustness and strength make it the preferred choice for critical infrastructure projects that require bitumen capable of withstanding the harshest conditions and most intense traffic loads, ensuring longevity and stability.
QUALITY STANDARDS
AR 16000 adheres to the stringent requirements set forth by ASTM D 3381. This standard guarantees that the bitumen meets specific criteria, ensuring consistent quality and performance.
STORAGE:
Maintain storage temperatures between 150°C and 180°C to prevent hardening and ensure the bitumen remains workable.
Use steel containers or bitumen tanks that are designed to handle high temperatures and prevent contamination.
Ensure storage facilities are well-ventilated, dry, and protected from moisture to prevent oxidation and degradation.
Avoid prolonged storage at high temperatures and frequent temperature fluctuations, which can lead to the hardening and loss of essential properties.
PACKAGING:
Bitubox
Ideal for convenient bitumen transportation, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly packaging solution.
SPECIFICATIONS:
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DESCRIPTION
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UNIT
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MIN
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MAX
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TEST METHOD
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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Dynamic Viscosity @ 60°C
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Poise
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16000
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20000
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ASTM D2171
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Kinematic Viscosity @ 135°C Min
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CST
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550
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-
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ASTM D2171
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Penetration @ 25°C, 100g ,5 Sec
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0.1mm
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20
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-
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ASTM D5
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% of Original Penetration @ 25°C, 100g ,5 Sec
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0.1mm
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52
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-
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ASTM D5
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Ductility 77°F (25°C) 5cm/min, Min
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cm
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75
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-
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ASTM D113
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Tests on Original Asphalt (RTFO)
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||||
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Flash Point. COC
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°C
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238
|
-
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ASTM D92
|
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Solubility in Trichloroethylene
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%
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99
|
-
|
ASTM D2042
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