ASTM D946/D946M-20 - 1.5.2020
 
1. Scope

1.1 This specification covers asphalt binder for use in the construction of pavements.

Note 1: For asphalt binders graded by viscosity at 60 °C, see Specification D3381/D3381M. For performance-graded asphalt binder, see Specification D6373.

1.2 This specification covers the following penetration grades:

40–50,

120–150, and

60–70,

200–300

 85–100,

 

1.3 The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound units are to be regarded separately as standard. The values stated in each system may not be exact equivalents; therefore, each system shall be used independently of the other. Combining values from the two systems may result in nonconformance with the standard.

1.4 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

 
2. Referenced Documents

D1754-97

Standard Test Method for Effect of Heat and Air on Asphaltic Materials (Thin-Film Oven Test)

D113-17

Standard Test Method for Ductility of Asphalt Materials

D92-24

Standard Test Method for Flash and Fire Points by Cleveland Open Cup Tester

D140-01

Standard Practice for Sampling Bituminous Materials

D7553-15(2021)

Standard Test Method for Solubility of Asphalt Materials in N-Propyl Bromide

D3381-09

Standard Specification for Viscosity-Graded Asphalt Cement for Use in Pavement Construction

D6373-23

Standard Specification for Performance-Graded Asphalt Binder

D36-06

Standard Test Method for Softening Point of Bitumen (Ring-and-Ball Apparatus)

D5-06

Standard Test Method for Penetration of Bituminous Materials

D2042-25

Standard Test Method for Solubility of Asphalt Materials