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Bitumen MC 3000 |
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| Characteristic | Value | Test Method |
| Kinematic Viscosity@ 60°C (cSt) | 3000-6000 | ASTM D-2170 |
| Flash Point (top open cuo) (°C) | 66 min | ASTM D-3143 |
| Water Content (%vol) | 0.2 max | ASTM D-95 |
| Distillate, %volume of total distillate to @ 360°C: | ||
| to 225°C | ___ | ASTM D-402 |
| to 260°C | 0-15 | |
| to 316°C | 15-75 | |
| Residue from Distillation to 360°C (%Vol by difference) | 80 min | ASTM D-402 |
| Test on Residue from Distillation | ||
| Penetration @ 25°C (dmm) | 120-250 | ASTM D-5 |
| Ductility @ 25°C (cm) | 100 min | ASTM D-113 |
| solubility in Trichloroethylene (%wt) | 99 min | ASTM D-2042 |
Cutback Bitumen MC-3000 General Information
Cutback Bitumen MC-3000 is a medium-curing cutback asphalt, consisting of penetration-grade bitumen blended with solvents such as kerosene, gasoline, diesel, or naphtha.
The solvent reduces the viscosity of the bitumen, allowing for easier application, especially in road construction and maintenance projects. Cutback mc3000 evaporates over time, leaving behind a solid, durable bitumen layer, which is ideal for use in seal coats and other paving applications.
Bitumen MC3000 uses and applications:
- Prime Coats: Commonly used as a prime coat for base courses, ensuring strong adhesion between the aggregate and the asphalt layer.
- Seal Coats: Applied as a binder in the construction of seal coats, providing an effective surface seal that enhances road durability.
- Waterproofing and Surface Treatment: Cutback Bitumen MC-3000 is ideal for waterproofing, plugging capillary voids, and bonding loose aggregate particles.
- Patching and Stockpile Mixtures: Frequently used in patching and creating stockpile mixtures, helping to ensure proper coating and adhesion of aggregates.
- Adhesive in Aggregate Mixing: Often blended with adhesion agents when used with aggregates, improving the coverage and bonding of the surface.
Advantages:
- Easy Application: No need for heating or thinning before application, reducing labor costs and increasing efficiency.
- Medium Curing Time: Provides a balance between rapid curing and slow curing, allowing for flexibility in project timelines.
- Versatile Use: Can be applied in a wide range of applications, from road construction to waterproofing and adhesive formulations.
- Environmentally Considerate: The solvent in Medium Curing MC-3000 evaporates after application, ensuring that the long-term impact is minimal.
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