Properties of HINCOL Fuel Resistant Bitumen
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Spec |
Typical |
Method |
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Absolute Viscosity at 60C, Poise, Min |
3500 |
4000 |
IS 1206 (Part 2): 1978 |
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Kinematic Viscosity at 135C, cSt, Min |
350 |
400 |
IS 1206 (Part 3): 1978 |
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Flash Point, Min |
220 |
250 |
IS 1448 : 1969 |
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Solubility in TCE, Min |
95 |
96 |
IS 1216 : 1978 |
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Penetration at 25C |
20 - 40 |
30 |
IS 1203 : 1978 |
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Softening Point, Min |
55 |
58 |
IS 1205 : 1978 |
Advantage
There is substantial advantage in terms of fuel resistant property. It is resistant to normal fuel spillage. Typical properties of a continuously graded hot mix after a briquette soaked in diesel for 24 hours
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Bitumen VG 30 |
HINCOL Fuel Resistant Bitumen |
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Mass Loss, % |
11 |
0.6 |
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% Retained Marshall Stability |
60 |
80 |
Directions for Use
Recommended storage and handling criteria are as follows:
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HINCOL Fuel Resistant Bitumen |
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Asphalt Mixing Temp |
160 – 170 C |
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Asphalt Compaction Temp |
140 – 150 C |
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Maximum storage temp |
< 24 hours |
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170 C |
150C |
HINCOL Fuel Resistant Bitumen is Storage stable at recommended temperature without risk of additive degradation. Every attempt should be made to minimize the binder temperature during transportation and storage.
Additional Advantages of HINCOL Fuel Resistant Bitumen:
HINCOL Fuel Resistant Bitumen offers additional advantages compared to conventional grade:
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Reduced risk of early failure
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Increased Stiffness
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Better Rutting Resistance
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Improved Cohesion performance
Recommended Applications of HINCOL Fuel Resistant Bitumen:
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Urban Roads
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Bus Depots
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Bus Stops
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Parking Areas
Health and Safety
HINCOL Fuel Resistant Bitumen is unlikely to present any significant health or safety hazard when properly used in the recommended application.