{"id":1994,"date":"2025-01-03T07:41:46","date_gmt":"2025-01-03T07:41:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kiapetro.com\/en\/?post_type=product&#038;p=1994"},"modified":"2025-12-18T08:43:11","modified_gmt":"2025-12-18T08:43:11","slug":"penetration-grade-bitumen-40-50","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/kiapetro.com\/en\/product\/penetration-grade-bitumen-40-50\/","title":{"rendered":"Penetration grade bitumen 40\/50"},"content":{"rendered":"<table style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"background-color: #dedbde;\" width=\"50%\"><strong>Description<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"background-color: #dedbde;\" width=\"10%\"><strong>Unit<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"background-color: #dedbde;\" width=\"20%\"><strong>Limit<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"background-color: #dedbde;\" width=\"30%\"><strong>Test Method<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Density@25\u00b0C<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>\u00a0Kg\/m^3<\/td>\n<td>\u00a01010-1060<\/td>\n<td>ASTM D70 or D3289<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>\u00a0Penetration@25\u00b0C<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>mm\/10<\/td>\n<td>\u00a040-50<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0ASTM D5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Softening Point<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>\u00a0\u00b0C<\/td>\n<td>52-60<\/td>\n<td>ASTM D36<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>\u00a0Ductility@25\u00b0C<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>\u00a0cm<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0100min<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0ASTM D113<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>\u00a0Loss on Heating<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>wt%<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0\u00a0 0.2max<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0ASTM D6<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Drop in Penetration after Heating<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>%<\/td>\n<td>\u00a020max<\/td>\n<td>ASTM D5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>\u00a0Flash Point<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>\u00a0\u00b0C<\/td>\n<td>232min<\/td>\n<td>ASTM D92<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>\u00a0Solubility in\u00a0 Trichloroethylene<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>wt%<\/td>\n<td>\u00a099.1min<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0ASTM D2042<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>\u00a0Spot Test<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>&#8212;<\/td>\n<td>Negative<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0A.A.S.H.O.T.102<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Viscosity@60\u00b0C<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>\u00a0P<\/td>\n<td>\u00a04000\u00b1800<\/td>\n<td>ASTM D2171<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>\u00a0Viscosity@135\u00b0C<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>\u00a0cSt<\/td>\n<td>\u00a0400min<\/td>\n<td>ASTM D2170<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p data-start=\"1150\" data-end=\"1314\"><strong data-start=\"1150\" data-end=\"1185\">Penetration Grade Bitumen 40\/50<\/strong> is a harder paving-grade bitumen designed for road construction projects exposed to high temperatures and heavy traffic loads.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1321\" data-end=\"1630\">Kiapetro supplies and exports bitumen 40\/50 for international infrastructure projects requiring enhanced stiffness, durability, and resistance to deformation. This grade is commonly selected for highways, industrial roads, and asphalt layers where long-term performance under demanding conditions is critical.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #800000;\">Penetration Grade Bitumen 40\/50 specification<\/span> <\/strong><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>penetration grade bitumen 40\/50<\/strong> is utilized as an asphalt paving grade, suitable for road construction and preservation as well as for creating asphalt pavement with the following technical specifications. This type of <strong>penetration grade bitumen <\/strong>is primarily used in the production of hot mix asphalt for bases and surface<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Penetration Grade Bitumen 40\/50<\/strong> is a specific category of <span style=\"color: #cf0000;\"><a style=\"color: #cf0000;\" href=\"https:\/\/kiapetro.com\/en\/product-category\/bitumen\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>bitumen <\/strong><\/a><\/span>characterized by a penetration value ranging from 40 to 50 tenths of a millimeter (4.0 to 5.0 millimeters). This measurement indicates the firmness of the bitumen and its suitability for various applications in road building and industrial applications.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #800000;\"><strong>Application of bitumen grade 40\/50<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The bitumen is generated during the <span style=\"color: #000000;\"><a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thoughtco.com\/definition-of-oxidation-in-chemistry-605456\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">oxidation process<\/a><\/span> of the vacuum bottom in bitumen production facilities. Because of its significant air-blowing and penetration characteristics, it is utilized in warm, tropical regions. It remains stable at elevated temperatures and retains its properties.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #800000;\">Cost-efficiency and price of bitumen 40\/50\u00a0<\/span> <\/strong><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The cost efficiency of <strong>penetration grade bitumen 40\/50<\/strong> is attributed to its flexibility and minimal upkeep needs. Although the initial investment may be higher compared to other materials, its long-term proficiency and reduced need for repairs have resulted in overall costs.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">\u00a0The price of this product varies due to different materials, the amount of the needed materials, and its grades. For further information on bitumen\u2019s 40\/50 price and application visit <strong><span style=\"color: #cf0000;\"><a style=\"color: #cf0000;\" href=\"https:\/\/kiapetro.com\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Kiapetro website<\/a><\/span>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1822\" data-end=\"2005\"><strong data-start=\"1822\" data-end=\"1878\">Q: What is Penetration Grade Bitumen 40\/50 used for?<\/strong><br data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"1881\" \/>A: It is mainly used in highways, heavy-traffic roads, and asphalt layers exposed to high temperatures and mechanical loads.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2007\" data-end=\"2206\"><strong data-start=\"2007\" data-end=\"2070\">Q: Why choose Bitumen 40\/50 over softer penetration grades?<\/strong><br data-start=\"2070\" data-end=\"2073\" \/>A: Bitumen 40\/50 provides higher stiffness and resistance to rutting, making it suitable for hot climates and high-load applications.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2208\" data-end=\"2395\"><strong data-start=\"2208\" data-end=\"2279\">Q: Is Penetration Grade Bitumen 40\/50 suitable for export projects?<\/strong><br data-start=\"2279\" data-end=\"2282\" \/>A: Yes, it is supplied for export with full inspection documentation and compliance with international standards.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2397\" data-end=\"2570\"><strong data-start=\"2397\" data-end=\"2456\">Q: What packaging options are available for this grade?<\/strong><br data-start=\"2456\" data-end=\"2459\" \/>A: The product can be supplied in steel drums, jumbo bags, or bulk shipments depending on project requirements.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2572\" data-end=\"2740\"><strong data-start=\"2572\" data-end=\"2634\">Q: Can third-party inspection be arranged before shipment?<\/strong><br data-start=\"2634\" data-end=\"2637\" \/>A: Independent inspection certificates such as SGS or BV can be provided prior to loading upon request.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Kiaptero guarantees that bitumen grade 40\/50 is produced in &#8230; <\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":1995,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false},"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[250,251],"product_tag":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-1994","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_cat-bitumen","7":"product_cat-penetration-grade-bitumen","9":"first","10":"instock","11":"shipping-taxable","12":"product-type-simple"},"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/kiapetro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/1994","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/kiapetro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/kiapetro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kiapetro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1994"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kiapetro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1995"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/kiapetro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1994"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kiapetro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=1994"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kiapetro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=1994"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kiapetro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=1994"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}