Viscosity Grade VG-40 Bitumen
Viscosity Grade VG-40 Bitumen Exporter and Supplier
Viscosity Grade VG-40 Bitumen is classified under the Viscosity Grade (VG) system, a classification approach distinct from both penetration grading and the Superpave Performance Grade (PG) system. Rather than being defined by a penetration test result or a pavement temperature range, viscosity grade bitumen is classified according to its viscosity at specified test temperatures, along with other related properties. VG-40 sits at the higher end of the common viscosity grade range and is generally associated with applications where pavement is exposed to substantial traffic loading or demanding service conditions, including elevated pavement temperatures. VG-40 may be considered where increased binder viscosity and resistance to deformation are important pavement design considerations, though actual rutting and deformation performance also depends on asphalt mixture design, aggregate structure, traffic loading, and construction quality. VG-40 Bitumen specifications and technical properties, including viscosity, penetration, softening point, and ductility, depend on the applicable standard, so buyers should confirm exact values through the relevant test documentation. This grade is often selected for heavy traffic roads, highways, industrial roads, and heavy duty infrastructure projects, with airport pavements considered where technically appropriate. TurkeyBitumen.com supplies Viscosity Grade VG-40 Bitumen to international importers, asphalt plants, contractors, and procurement teams, supporting export orders around project specific requirements and technical documentation.
Viscosity Grade VG-40 Bitumen Specifications
| Viscosity Grade VG-40 Bitumen Specifications | |||
| Specifications | Acceptable Range | Test Method | Explanations |
| Absolute Viscosity | Min 3200 | ASTM – D4402 | at 60°C, Poises |
| Kinematic Viscosity | Min 400 | ASTM – D4402 | at 135°C, c.st |
| Solubility | 99.0 Min | ASTM – D2042 | in CCL4, % |
| Flash Point | 220 Min | ASTM – D92 | °C |
| Penetration | 40-60 | ASTM – D5 | at 25°C, mm/10 |
| Softening Point | Min 50 | ASTM – D36 | °C |
| Test on Reside Form Thin Film Oven Test (T.F.O.T) | |||
| Ratio Viscosity | Max 4.0 | ASTM – D4402 | at 60°C, % |
| Ductility | Min 25 | ASTM – D113 | at 25°C, cm |
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Viscosity Grade VG-40 Bitumen Exporter and Supplier
Viscosity Grade VG-40 Bitumen is an asphalt binder classified under the Viscosity Grade system, defined by its viscosity and related properties rather than by penetration hardness or Performance Grade temperature range.
The "VG-40" designation refers to a specific viscosity grade classification, sitting at the higher end of the common viscosity grade range used for demanding pavement applications.
Penetration grading, such as 60/70, is based on a penetration test at a fixed temperature, while viscosity grading classifies bitumen according to its viscosity at specified test temperatures, offering a different technical basis.
Performance Grade (PG) bitumen is classified according to the high and low pavement temperatures it is engineered to withstand, while viscosity grading is based on viscosity-related properties rather than pavement temperature range.
VG-40 Bitumen is often selected for heavy traffic roads, highways, and industrial roads, with airport pavements and other heavy duty infrastructure projects considered where technically appropriate.
Key parameters generally include viscosity, penetration, softening point, and ductility. These vary by applicable standard, so buyers should confirm exact figures through the supplier's test certificate for their order.
VG-40 is commonly considered for heavy traffic roads due to its higher viscosity, though suitability depends on the specific project's climate, traffic loading, and design requirements.
VG-40 may be considered where increased binder viscosity and resistance to deformation are important design considerations, though actual rutting performance also depends on mixture design, aggregates, and construction quality.
Buyers should review applicable technical specifications, required test documentation, intended application and traffic conditions, packaging format, and shipping logistics before finalizing a purchase order.
Buyers can contact Turkey Bitumen with their required quantity, destination port, and project details to receive a quotation along with relevant technical information for Viscosity Grade VG-40 Bitumen.
