Bitumen 10/20 (Penetration Grade 10/20) – Hard Paving Grade Bitumen for High-Temperature Performance
Description:
Bitumen 10/20 is a hard penetration-grade bitumen specially designed for regions with extreme high temperatures and heavy traffic loads. With its low penetration value and high softening point, it offers superior resistance to rutting and deformation, making it ideal for high-stress pavement applications in tropical and desert climates.
Key Features:
Excellent high-temperature stability (up to 70°C)
Superior load-bearing capacity
Enhanced resistance to rutting and shoving
Long-term durability under heavy traffic
Uses:
High-Stress Road Construction:
- Expressways and highways
- Airport runways and taxiways
- Port and industrial pavements
Specialty Applications:
- Bridge deck surfacing
- Heavy-duty industrial flooring
- Modified bitumen production
Climate-Specific Solutions:
- Hot climate regions (Middle East, Africa, South Asia)
- High-UV exposure areas
Packing & Shipping:
Packaging Options:
- Bulk: Direct tanker loading (maintained at 150-160°C)
- Drums: 180-200 kg new steel drums (UN-certified)
- Jumbo Bags: 1-ton thermally insulated bags
Shipping & Handling:
- Sea Transport: ISO tank containers or flexitanks
- Land Transport: Heated bitumen tankers
- Storage: Maintain at 140-160°C in heated storage tanks
Product Specification (Bitumen 10/20):
| Property | Specification | Test Method |
| Penetration at 25°C (0.1mm) | 10-20 (100g, 5s) | ASTM D5 / EN 1426 |
| Softening Point (°C) | ≥ 60 | ASTM D36 / EN 1427 |
| Ductility at 25°C (cm) | ≥ 15 | ASTM D113 |
| Flash Point (°C) | ≥ 250 | ASTM D92 / EN ISO 2592 |
| Solubility in CS₂ (%) | ≥ 99.0 | ASTM D4 / EN 12592 |
| Loss on Heating (%) | ≤ 0.5 | ASTM D6 / EN 13303 |
| Kinematic Viscosity at 135°C (mm²/s) | ≥ 350 | ASTM D2170 |
Quality Assurance:
- Certifications:
- ASTM D946 (Paving Grade Bitumen)
- EN 12591 Compliance
- ISO 9001:2015 Certified
- Batch Testing: Full quality control with Certificate of Analysis
Special Notes:
- Polymer Modification: Available as PMB 10/20 (SBS or EVA modified)
- Custom Viscosity Grades: Upon request
- Technical Support: Application guidelines and mix design assistance
