Table 2 Properties of virgin and RAP bitumen
Property | Code of standards | Virgin bitumen | Requirements as per IS:73 for virgin bitumen | RAP bitumen | MORTH [18] requirements for RAP bitumen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penetration value (1/10Â mm) | IS 1203 | 54 | Min. 45 | 19 | Min. 15 |
Flash Point (°C) | IS 1209 | 308 | Min. 220 | – | – |
Solubility (%) | IS 1216 | 99.25 | Min. 99.0 | 99.10 | Min. 99.0 |
Softening Point (°C) | IS 1205 | 51 | Min. 47 | – | – |
Specific Gravity | IS 1202 | 1.03 | – | 1.02 | 1.01–1.06 |