AS 2341.18-2020 pdf download.Methods of testing bitumen and related roadmaking products
Method 18: Determination of softening point (ring and ball method).
The objective of the Test Method is to set out two procedures which use a ring and ball apparatus for the determination of the softening point of bitumens and related roadmaking products. The materials concerned have a softening point in the range 30 °C to 157 °C.
2 Application
ASTM D36/D36M-14e1 is the 2014 edition. Only the 2014 edition shall be used in accordance with this Test Method.
3 Normative references
The following normative documents are referred to in this Standard in addition to those referenced in ASTM D36/D36M14e1. The following documents are referred to In the text in such a way that some or all of the content constitutes requirements of this Standard.
AS/NZS 2341.21, Methods of testing bitumen and related roadmaking products, Method 21:
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AGPT-T 102, Protocol for Handling Modified Binders in Preparation for Laboratory Testing
4 Terms and definitions
For the purpose of this document the terms and definitions in this Test Method and ASTM D36/D36M-14e1 apply.
4.1
may
indicates the existence of an option
4.2
shall
indicates that a statement is mandatory
4.3
sliou Id
indicates a recommendation
5 Operation
The requirements of ASTM D36/D36M-14e1 shall apply subject to the modifications set out in Appendix A for Australian conditions.AS 2341.18-2020 pdf download.Methods of testing bitumen and related roadmaking products
Methods of testing bitumen and related roadmaking products
