GB/T 4507-2014

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Standard test method for softening point of bitumen―Ring-and-ball apparatus

沥青软化点测定法 环球法

Standard Type
GBT
ICS
75.140
CCS
E43
Status
Active
Issue Date
2013-12-13
Implementation
2014-06-01
Centralized Committee
国家标准委
Issuing Authority
中华人民共和国国家质量监督检验检疫总局、中国国家标准化管理委员会

Application Summary AI generated

This standard specifies the ring-and-ball method for determining the softening point of bitumen, which is the temperature at which a bitumen sample softens under a defined load. It is applied in the petroleum and road construction industries for quality control of asphalt binders, ensuring they meet performance requirements for pavement durability and temperature susceptibility. The test is used by refineries, laboratories, and construction material testing facilities to classify bitumen grades and verify product consistency.

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