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PMB 64-10

Polymer Modified Bitumen (PMB) 64-10 is a type of asphalt binder that is modified with polymers to enhance its performance properties. The designation “64-10” indicates the temperature range within which this bitumen can effectively perform.

Appearance: Black solid or a viscous liquid
Standards: IS 15462:2019
HS Code: 27132000

Package: Bitumen are packed in

New Steel Drums of 200Kg / 180Kg / 156Kg / Customized
Jumbo Bags of 1Ton
Bulk Bitumen Tank Container

Polymer Modified Bitumen PMB 64-10 – Technical Specifications

Properties	Units	Limits	Test Methods
Softening Point, Ring & Ball	°C	Min. 60	ASTM D36
Elastic Recovery at 15°C	%	Min. 70	ASTM D6084
Flash Point Cleveland open cup	°C	Min. 230	ASTM D92
Viscosity at 150 °C	Pa.s	Max. 1.2	ASTM D2171
Complex modulus G*/Sin δ at 64°C,25mm Plate,1mm Gap, at 10rad/s	kPa	Min. 1.0	ASTM D7175
Phase Angle (δ)	degrees (°)	max. 75	ASTM D7175
Separation, Difference in Softening Point	°C	Max. 3	–
FRAASS Breaking Point^a	°C	Max. -10	EN 12593
After Rolling Thin-Film Oven Test (RTFO)			ASTM D1754
Loss on Heating	%Wt	Max. 1.0	ASTM D6
Complex modulus G*/Sin δ at 64°C,25mm Plate,1mm Gap, at 10rad/s	kPa	Min. 2.2	ASTM D7175
Multiple Stress Creep Recovery (MSCR) test			ASTM D7405
a) Standard Traffic (S), Jnr 3.2, Jnr diff Max 75% at 64°C	kPa-1	Max. 4.5	ASTM D7405
b) Heavy Traffic (H), Jnr 3.2, Jnr diff Max 75% at 64°C	kPa-1	Max. 2.0	ASTM D7405
C) Very Heavy Traffic (H), Jnr 3.2, Jnr diff Max 75% at 64°C	kPa-1	Max. 1.0	ASTM D7405
d) Extremely Heavy Traffic (H), Jnr 3.2, Jnr diff Max 75% at 64°C	kPa-1	Max. 0.5	ASTM D7405
Pressure Aging Vessel Residue (PAV)
Complex modulus G*/Sin δ at 31°C, 8mm Plate, 2mm Gap, at 10rad/s	kPa	Max. 6000	ASTM D7175
Notes a – FRAASS Breaking Point only to be evaluated in case the project site has subzero temp conditions.

Main Applications Of Polymer Modified Bitumen PMB 64-10

PMB 64-10 is widely used in applications where enhanced performance properties are essential:

High-Traffic Roads and Highways: Suitable for road surfaces exposed to heavy traffic, PMB 64-10 offers better resistance to rutting and deformation.
Bridges and Elevated Structures: Used on bridge decks and overpasses to prevent cracking due to the additional thermal stresses these structures face.
Airport Runways: Effective in runways where both high and low-temperature performance and durability are crucial.
Urban and Industrial Areas: Ideal for areas with high volumes of heavy vehicles and repeated loads, ensuring the surface remains intact and durable.

PMB 64-10 is a polymer-modified bitumen designed for applications that demand enhanced rutting resistance, flexibility, and durability. It is ideal for high-traffic roads, bridges, airport runways, urban roads, and industrial areas, offering reliable performance in hot and moderate cold climates. This makes it a preferred choice in infrastructure projects where the pavement needs to withstand heavy loads and temperature variations.