Viscosity Grade VG-20 Bitumen
Viscosity Grade VG-20 Bitumen Exporter and Supplier
Viscosity Grade VG-20 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-20 is commonly used for medium traffic roads and general asphalt paving applications where consistent binder viscosity and reliable workability during mixing and laying are important considerations. VG-20 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 considered for road construction, highway construction and maintenance, municipal roads, and other infrastructure projects where consistent binder performance supports asphalt mixture production. Selecting the correct viscosity grade requires evaluating climate, traffic conditions, asphalt mix design, and construction requirements specific to each project, rather than assuming universal suitability. TurkeyBitumen.com supplies Viscosity Grade VG-20 Bitumen to international importers, asphalt plants, contractors, and procurement teams, supporting export orders around project specific requirements and technical documentation. Buyers are welcome to reach out for further details and a quotation.
Viscosity Grade VG-20 Bitumen Specifications
| Viscosity Grade VG-20 Bitumen Specifications | |||
| Specifications | Acceptable Range | Test Method | Explanations |
| Absolute Viscosity | Min 1600 | ASTM – D4402 | at 60°C, Poises |
| Kinematic Viscosity | Min 300 | ASTM – D4402 | at 135°C, c.st |
| Solubility | 99.0 Min | ASTM – D2042 | in CCL4, % |
| Flash Point | 220 Min | ASTM – D92 | °C |
| Penetration | 60-80 | ASTM – D5 | at 25°C, mm/10 |
| Softening Point | Min 45 | 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 50 | ASTM – D113 | at 25°C, cm |
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Viscosity Grade VG-20 Bitumen Exporter and Supplier
Viscosity Grade VG-20 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-20" designation refers to a specific viscosity grade classification within the Viscosity Grade system, commonly associated with medium traffic road and general paving 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-20 Bitumen is commonly used for medium traffic roads, road construction, highway construction and maintenance, and municipal roads, particularly where consistent binder viscosity supports asphalt paving performance.
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-20 may be suitable for medium traffic roads due to its consistent viscosity and workability, though suitability depends on the specific project's climate, mix design, and applicable specifications.
Yes, VG-20 can be considered for highway and municipal road construction where consistent binder performance and workability are relevant, subject to project specific requirements.
Buyers should review applicable technical specifications, required test documentation, intended application and climate, 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-20 Bitumen.
