Bitumen AC2.5

Bitumen AC2.5 refers to Asphalt Cement with a penetration grade of 2.5, which describes its viscosity and performance characteristics. The "AC" in AC2.5 stands for Asphalt Cement, and the number 2.5 indicates the viscosity measured in Poise (at 60°C), meaning it's a relatively soft grade of asphalt.

• Appearance: Black solid or a viscous liquid
• Standards: ASTM D3381–09
• HS Code: 27132000

Package: Bitumen are packed in

• New Steel Drums of 200Kg / 180Kg / 156Kg / Customized
• BulkBitumen Tank Container

• TDS Technical Data Sheet - EN (English)
• SDS Safety Data Sheet - EN (English)

Bitumen AC2.5 (ASTM D3381–09) - Technical Specifications

Main Applications Of Bitumen AC2.5

Bitumen AC2.5 is primarily used in road construction and paving applications, where its lower viscosity makes it suitable for certain conditions. Here are the main applications:

1. Cold Climates:AC2.5 bitumen is ideal for colder climates because of its softer consistency. It remains more flexible in lower temperatures, reducing the risk of cracking and brittleness in pavement.

2. Surface Dressing:It can be used for surface dressing and maintenance of roads, especially in areas where high flexibility is required to prevent surface damage due to temperature fluctuations.

3. Light Traffic Roads:AC2.5 is often applied in light traffic roads or secondary roads, where heavy loading is not a major concern, but flexibility and resistance to temperature changes are important.

4. Patching and Repairs:It can be used for patching and repairing potholes or damaged sections of roads, providing flexibility and smoothness to the repair areas.

5. Flexible Pavements:In flexible pavement structures, AC2.5 bitumen can be used as a binder in hot mix asphalt (HMA) applications for base and surface courses.

The main advantage of using AC2.5 in these scenarios is its ability to maintain performance even in cold environments, preventing premature cracking and other temperature-related issues.

Various Packing Method for Bitumen

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

Drum Packing

Bitumen is commonly packed in steel drums, which are robust and provide good protection during transportation.

Jumbo Packing

Bitumen is packed in high-density polyethylene (HDPE) bags and are lined with a plastic bag to prevent leakage.

Tanker Vessel

Bitumen can be transported in bulk using specially designed tankers equipped with heating systems to maintain the bitumen in a molten state.

Tank Container

These are large, insulated containers used for the international transport of bitumen.