Bitumen AC5

Bitumen AC5 refers to Asphalt Cement with a viscosity grade of 5, The "5" refers to its viscosity measured in Poise at 60°C. Bitumen AC5 is typically used in road construction and paving applications where slightly higher viscosity is required, but flexibility is still important.

• 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
• Bulk Bitumen Tank Container

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

Bitumen AC5 (ASTM D3381–09) - Technical Specifications

Main Applications Of Bitumen AC5

The main application of Bitumen AC5 is in road construction and paving, particularly for hot mix asphalt (HMA) in areas with moderate climates and medium traffic loads. Here are the key uses:

1. Road Surfacing:AC5 is widely used for surface courses of roads and highways, where a durable and flexible asphalt layer is needed to withstand moderate traffic and temperature fluctuations.

2. Highway Construction:It is ideal for highways, urban roads, and secondary roads, providing a balance of flexibility and stiffness to handle daily vehicle loads without becoming too soft in heat or brittle in cold weather.

3. Flexible Pavements:In flexible pavement systems, AC5 serves as the binder in the asphalt mixture, offering resistance to cracking and deformation while ensuring a stable surface for vehicles.

4. Maintenance and Repair:AC5 is also used for maintenance and patching of roads, where its viscosity allows it to bond well with existing asphalt surfaces and prevent future damage.

5. Intermediate Layers:It can be used in the intermediate layers of pavement structures, where it helps distribute loads and provides durability, especially in regions with varying climate conditions.

The primary focus of AC5 is to create a pavement that can handle moderate traffic and temperature changes while maintaining flexibility and resistance to cracking.

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.