Cutback Bitumen RC-3000

Cutback Bitumen Rapid Curing 3000 (RC-3000) is a high-viscosity type of cutback bitumen that has been blended with a fast-evaporating petroleum solvent. This higher viscosity allows for more substantial applications while still providing the benefit of quick curing.

  • Appearance: Black solid or a viscous liquid
  • Standards: ASTM D2028 or AASHTO M81-92 2008
  • HS Code: 27150090

Package: Bitumen are packed in

  • New Steel Drums of 200Kg
  • Reconditioned Steel Drums of 200Kg
  • IBC Tank of 1 Metric Ton

Cutback Bitumen RC-3000 (ASTM D2028 or AASHTO M81-92 2008) – Technical Specifications

Properties Units Limits Test Methods
Kinematic Viscosity at 60°C mm2/s 3000-6000 ASTM D-2170
Flash Point (Tag Open-Cup), Min °C Min. 27 ASTM D-1310
DISTILLATION TEST: (Distillate, Volume Percent of Total Distillate to 360°C)

To 190°C

 % Vol. – ASTM D-402

To 255°C

 % Vol. – ASTM D-402

To 260°C

 % Vol. Min. 25 ASTM D-402

To 316°C

 % Vol. Min. 70 ASTM D-402

Residue from distillation to 360°C, by difference

 % Vol. Min. 80 ASTM D-402
TEST ON RESIDUE FROM DISTILLATION:

Viscosity at 60°C

 Pa.s 60-240 ASTM D2171

Ductility at 25°C

 CM Min. 100 ASTM D-113

Solubility in Trichloroethylene

 % Wt Min. 99 ASTM D-2042
Water % Wt Max. 0.2 ASTM D-95

Main Applications Of Cutback Bitumen RC-3000

The main applications of Cutback Bitumen Rapid Curing 3000 (RC-3000) include:

  1. Prime Coating: Used as a prime coat on granular or unbound surfaces, preparing them for asphalt layers and enhancing adhesion.
  2. Surface Dressing: Applied in surface dressing techniques to create a durable layer by spraying it on road surfaces and covering it with aggregate.
  3. Cold Mix Asphalt: Utilized for repairing large road defects and potholes in cold mix asphalt, providing a strong and quick-setting solution.
  4. Heavy-Duty Road Construction: Suitable for constructing base courses for highways and other heavy-duty applications requiring durability and load-bearing capacity.
  5. Stabilization of Gravel Roads: Effective for stabilizing unpaved or gravel roads, binding loose materials and improving overall road strength.
  6. Chip Sealing: Serves as a binder in chip sealing applications, providing quick adhesion for aggregates and enhancing road surface texture.

Cutback Bitumen RC-3000’s high viscosity and rapid curing characteristics make it ideal for projects that require thick layers of bitumen and strong performance under demanding conditions.

Various Packing Method for Cutback Bitumen RC- 3000

Packing cutback bitumen is an essential process to ensure its safe transportation, storage, and handling. The method of packing often depends on the type of cutback bitumen, the transportation method, and the end-use. Here are the various methods used to pack cutback bitumen:

Steel Drum Packing

Cutback Bitumen is commonly packed in new or re-conditioned steel drums, which are robust and provide good protection during transportation.

IBC Tank Packing

Cutback Bitumen is commonly packed in new IBC tank or re-conditioned IBC tank, which are robust and provide good protection during transportation.

Drum Specification

Tare Weight
16±0.5Kg
Net Weight
190±5Kg
Gross Weight
206±5Kg

Loadability in Containers
No. of Drums
Net Weight
In 20Ft Contianer
with Pallet
80
~14.8 Ton
without Pallet
80
~14.80 Ton
In 40Ft Contianer
with Pallet
140
~25.90 Ton
without Pallet
140
~25.90 Ton

IBC Tank Specification

Tare Weight
65±3Kg
Net Weight
950±50Kg
Gross Weight
1015±50Kg

Loadability in Containers
No. of Tanks
Net Weight
In 20Ft Container
20
~19.0 Ton
In 40Ft Container
28
~27.0 Ton

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