Bitumen 100/150 – Standard Penetration Grade Bitumen
Description:
Bitumen 100/150 is a soft penetration-grade bitumen with a penetration range of 100 to 150 (0.1 mm at 25°C). It is widely used in road construction, waterproofing, and industrial applications due to its higher flexibility and adhesion properties compared to harder grades like 70/100. It is suitable for moderate to warm climates.
Uses:
- Road Construction: Ideal for asphalt mixes in regions with moderate temperatures.
- Waterproofing: Used in roofing felts, damp-proof coatings, and pipe coatings.
- Industrial Applications: Manufacturing of bituminous paints, adhesives, and anti-corrosion coatings.
- Pavement Maintenance: Suitable for surface dressing, crack sealing, and patching works.
Packing & Shipping:
- Packing:
- Steel drums (150–200 kg net weight).
- Polyethylene-lined jumbo bags (1-ton bulk).
- Bulk in heated tankers (for large orders).
- Shipping:
- Transported by sea, road, or rail under controlled temperatures.
- Maintained at 140–160°C during transit to ensure fluidity.
Product Specification (Bitumen 100/150):
| Property | Test Method | Specification |
| Penetration at 25°C (0.1 mm) | ASTM D5 | 100–150 |
| Softening Point (°C) | ASTM D36 | 38–48 (min) |
| Ductility at 25°C (cm) | ASTM D113 | 100+ (min) |
| Flash Point (°C) | ASTM D92 | 230 (min) |
| Solubility in CS₂ (%) | ASTM D4 | 99.0 (min) |
| Loss on Heating (%) | ASTM D6 | 0.5 (max) |
