Bitumen 70-100
Bitumen Penetration Grade 70/100 is a semi-soft petroleum bitumen widely recognized for its balanced performance and versatility in road construction and various industrial applications. With a penetration range of 70–100 (0.1 mm), this grade offers a higher level of flexibility compared to harder grades, making it particularly suitable for projects requiring improved elasticity and adaptability under load.
Thanks to its optimized viscosity and rheological properties, Bitumen 70/100 delivers excellent adhesion to aggregates, ensuring strong bonding and structural integrity in asphalt mixtures. Its superior workability facilitates smooth mixing, laying, and compaction processes, contributing to efficient construction operations and consistent pavement quality.
This grade performs exceptionally well in moderate climate conditions, where a balance between softness and resistance is essential. It maintains stability under normal traffic loads while reducing the risk of cracking caused by temperature fluctuations. As a result, it is widely used in binder courses, surface layers, and general asphalt production for highways, urban roads, and infrastructure developments.
Manufactured under strict quality control standards and compliant with international specifications, Bitumen 70/100 ensures consistent penetration values, reliable softening point characteristics, and long-term durability. Its proven performance, cost-effectiveness, and adaptability make it a preferred choice for contractors, distributors, and infrastructure developers seeking dependable and high-quality bituminous materials for sustainable pavement solutions.
| Bitumen Penetration Grade 70/100 Specifications | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Specification | Test Method | Unit | Min. | Max. |
| Specific Gravity at 25°C | EN 15326 | – | 1.01 | 1.06 |
| Penetration at 25°C, 100g, 5s | EN 1426 | 0.1mm | 70 | 100 |
| Softening Point | EN 1427 | °C | 42 | – |
| Ductility at 25°C | EN 13589 | cm | 100 | – |
| Loss on Heating | EN 12607 | %wt | – | 0.5 |
| Flash Point | EN 2592 | °C | 230 | – |
| Solubility in Trichloroethylene | EN 12592 | %wt | 99 | – |
| Spot Test | AASHTO T102 | Negative | ||