Oxidised Bitumen 85/40

Oxidized Bitumen 85/40 is a grade of bitumen produced by blowing air through bitumen under high temperatures. This oxidation process increases its hardness, raises the softening point, and reduces penetration, making it suitable for applications that require stability in extreme weather conditions.

  • Appearance: Black solid or a viscous liquid when heated
  • Standards: BS EN 13304-2009
  • HS Code: 27132000

Package: Bitumen are packed in

  • New Steel Drums of 200Kg / 180Kg / 156Kg / Customized
  • Jumbo Bags of 1Ton
  • Other Pack 25kg Kraft/PP Bag, Metal Pails, Carton Box

Oxidised Bitumen 85/40 (BS EN 13304-2009) – Technical Specifications

Properties Units Limits Test Methods
Penetration @25°C (77°F), 100gm, 5sec 0.1MM 30-40 ASTM D5
Softening Point °C °C 80-90 ASTM D36
Ductility @25°C, 5 cm/min CM Min. 1.5 ASTM D113
Solubility in CS2 %Wt Min. 99 ASTM D4
Flash Point Cleveland open cup °C Min. 260 ASTM D92
Specific Gravity at 25°C – 1.00-1.05 ASTM D70
After Rolling Thin-Film Oven Test (RTFO) ASTM D1754

Loss on Heating

 %Wt 0.2 ASTM D6

Main Applications Of Oxidised Bitumen 85/40

Oxidized Bitumen 85/40 is a versatile material with applications across multiple industries due to its high softening point, low penetration value, and resistance to moisture and chemicals. Various application includes,

  1. Waterproofing and Roofing: Used in roofing membranes and water-resistant sealants to protect buildings from moisture.
  2. Road Maintenance and Expansion Joints: Applied as a crack sealant and joint filler in roads, highways, and bridges.
  3. Corrosion Protection: Coats pipelines and metal surfaces to prevent rust and chemical damage.
  4. Electrical Insulation: Provides insulation for electric cables and equipment.
  5. Construction Industry: Improves water resistance in concrete and is used in mastic asphalt for flooring and road surfacing.
  6. Marine and Offshore Applications: Insulates ship decks and protects offshore structures from saltwater corrosion.

This grade’s resistance to high temperatures and moisture makes it ideal for demanding environments like infrastructure, industrial setups, and marine settings.

Various Packing Method for Oxidised Bitumen 85/40

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

Steel Drum Packing

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

Kraft Bags / PP Bags / Carton Box

Oxidised Bitumen is packed in Kraft/PP Bags or Carton Box of 25Kg, which are robust and provide good protection during transportation.

Drum Specification

Weight
Tare
Net
Gross
150Kg
8.2±0.2Kg
150±3Kg
158±3Kg
180Kg
9.4±0.2Kg
180±3Kg
190±3Kg
200Kg
16±0.5Kg
200±5Kg
216±5Kg

Loadability in Containers
No. of Drums
Net Weight
150Kg Drums in 40Ft Contianer
with Pallet
160
~24.0 Ton
without Pallet
164
~24.60 Ton
180Kg Drums in 20Ft Contianer
with Pallet
80
~14.40 Ton
without Pallet
110
~19.8 Ton
200Kg Drums in 20Ft Contianer
with Pallet
80
~16.0 Ton
without Pallet
80
~16.0 Ton

Loadability in Containers

Container
In 20Ft
In 40Ft
No. of Pallet
20
26
Net Weight
~20.0 Ton
~26.0 Ton
Each pallet is loaded with 40 Kraft/PP Bags or 40 Carton Boxes

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