AMRL Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) Worksheets

AMRL Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) Worksheets
HMA - 0
HOT MIX ASPHALT (HMA) INDEX

AASHTO/ASTM
Designation
Pages
MECH. ANALYSIS OF EXTRACTED AGG.
T30/D5444
1-2
MOISTURE CONTENT OF HMA
T110/D1461
3-4
QUANTITATIVE EXTRACTION
T164/D2172
5 - 11
EFFECT OF WATER
T165/D1075
12 - 13
BULK SPECIFIC GRAVITY
T166/D2726
14 - 16
UNCONFINED COMPRESSIVE
T167/D1074
17 - 20
ABSON RECOVERY
T170/D1856
21 - 22
MAXIMUM SPECIFIC GRAVITY
T209/D2041
23 - 25
MARSHALL
T245/D1559
26 - 29
HVEEM
T246/D1560
30 - 31
CALIFORNIA KNEADING COMPACTOR
T247/D1561
32 - 33
PERCENT AIR VOIDS
T269/D3203
34
BULK SP GR OF PARAFFIN SPECIMENS
T275/D1188
35 - 38
RESISTANCE TO MOISTURE
T283/D4867
39 - 44
ASPHALT CONTENT BY NUCLEAR METHOD
T287/D4125
45 - 47
ASPHALT CONTENT OF HMA BY IGNITION
T308/D6307
48 - 51
ROTAVAPOR RECOVERY
------/D5404
52 - 53
GYRATORY COMPACTOR
TP4/------
54 - 55
Test Method
Apparatus
7/NEP
Procedure
7/TND
(Fill in NEP for No Equipment Presented, TND for Test Not Demonstrated)
COMMENTS:
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OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
Assessment No: ____________________ Assessor: ___________
12/99
HMA - 1
APPARATUS FOR
MECHANICAL ANALYSIS OF
EXTRACTED AGGREGATE
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
(AASHTO T30) _____

(ASTM D5444) _____
Nest of sieves:
the upper a 2.00- or 1.18-mm (No. 10 or 16) sieve? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____

the lower a 75-m (No. 200) sieve? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Wetting agent on hand? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Oven or hot plate capable of maintaining 110 5C (230 9F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
[If not, include Maker and Identification No. under REMARKS.]
Balance capable of weighing to 0.1 % of sample mass? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Gradation sieves covered elsewhere.
REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 2
MECHANICAL ANALYSIS OF EXTRACTED AGGREGATE
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
Sample consists of all aggregate after extraction? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____

Minimum mass of mix sample based on nominal maximum size? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Total wt. of agg. for percent calculation = Wt. dry agg. (3) plus mineral matter in extracted bitumen
(ash + filter from extraction)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Sample placed in container and covered with water? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Wetting agent added? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Contents of container agitated vigorously? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Wash water poured through proper nest of two sieves? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Washing continued until wash water is clear? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Washed material coarser than 75-m (No. 200) dried to constant mass at 110 5C? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Material weighed to nearest 0.1 percent? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Material sieved on specified sieves (including 75-m)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Sieving continued until not more than 0.5 percent by mass of the total sample passes a given
sieve in 1 min. (check by hand with 8 in. diameter sieve)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(a)
(b)
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
(AASHTO T30) _____

(ASTM D5444) _____
Mass retained on any sieve with openings smaller than No. 4 is less than 6kg/m3 (4 g/in.2)
(194 g for 8 in. diameter sieve, 454 g for 12 in. diameter sieve)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Mass retained on any sieve with openings larger than No. 4 is less than 2.5 x
(sieve opening in mm) x (%r2) [see table below]? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Sieve
Opening (mm)
Mass (g) - 8 in. dia.
Mass (g) - 12 in. dia.
#4
4.75
385
867
1/4 in.
6.3
510
1149
3/8 in.
9.5
770
1733
1/2 in.
12.5
1013
2280
3/4 in.
19.0
1540
3466
Each fraction of aggregate weighed, including minus 75-m (No. 200)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Does summation of fraction mass check total washed dry mass (#10 above) within 0.2 percent? . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Total minus 75-m (No. 200) = minus 75-m by sieving + minus 75-m by washing
+ mass of mineral matter (ash + filter)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Wash water evaporated or filtered through tared filter paper which is subsequently dried as check
of wash over 75-m (No. 200) [optional]? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Sizes larger than 75-m (No. 200) reported to nearest 1.0 percent? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Minus 75-m (No. 200) material reported to nearest 0.1 percent? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 3
APPARATUS FOR MOISTURE OR

VOLATILE DISTILLATES IN PAVING MIXTURES
(AASHTO T110) _____

(ASTM D1461) _____
1.
Still:
(a)
Height: 152.4 6.4 mm (6.0 0.25 in.) by 44.0 5.1 mm (3.7 0.2 in.) O.D.? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Note: Stills with a 5 in O.D. may be used to accommodate larger samples.
(b) Still head has one hole 25.4 mm (1 in.) in inside diameter? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(c) Clamp for still head satisfactory? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(d) Heavy paper gasket? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
2.
Glass-Tube Condenser:
(a) Jacket length not less than 400 mm (15 in)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Inner tube O.D. 9.5 to 12.7 mm (G to in)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
It may be necessary to supplement one condenser with a second of the same dimensions.
3.
Receiver conforming to Section 4.3? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
4.
Solvents:
(a) Xylene? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
20% toluene and 80% xylene? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
or
(b) Petroleum distillate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(c) Sodium carbonate (Na2CO3) (For Volatile Distillates) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
5.
Heating device? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 4
MOISTURE OR VOLATILE DISTILLATES

IN PAVING MIXTURES
(AASHTO T110) _____

(ASTM D1461) _____
1.
Sample
(a) Sample thoroughly mixed? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Weighed sample should be not less than 500 g for normal mixtures? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(c) Weighed sample broken up to avoid large lumps and placed in the still? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(d) Remainder of the sample kept in a tightly covered container? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
2.
Determination of Moisture
(a) Sample placed in the still, 200 mL of solvent added and stirred? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) 200 mL of solvent added to the sample and stirred? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(c) Gasket moistened with water? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(d) Satisfactory assembly of components? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(e) All connections vapor or liquid tight (caution if the apparatus leaks)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(f)
Loose cotton (or similar) plug inserted in top of condenser? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(g) Cold water circulated in jacket of condenser? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(h) Heat applied and refluxing starts within 5 to 10 minutes? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(i)
Drip rate adjusted from 85 to 95 drops of distillate per minute? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(j)
In no case shall the distillation continue for more than 1.5 hours? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(k) Distillation continued until three successive 15 minute intervals show no increase in water? . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(l)
Contents of receiver allowed to reach room temperature and read to the nearest scale division? . . . . . . . . . _____
(m) Volume of water recorded and calculated in accordance with the method? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
or
Water, % = 100 (Volume of water in receiver / Mass of sample)

3.
Determination of Volatile Distillates

(a) Sample placed in the still? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) 350 mL of water and approximately 3 g of sodium carbonate added to the sample and stirred? . . . . . . . . . _____
(c) Gasket moistened with solvent? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(d) Receiver used is the dilution trap specified in Section 4.3.2 and Figure 5? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(e) Satisfactory assembly of components? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(f)
All connections vapor or liquid tight (caution if the apparatus leaks)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(g) Loose cotton (or similar) plug inserted in top of condenser? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(h) Cold water circulated in jacket of condenser? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(i)
Heat applied and refluxing starts within 5 to 10 minutes? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(j)
Drip rate adjusted from 85 to 95 drops of distillate per minute? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
It may be necessary to add a second condenser or to reduce the rate of distillation somewhat to
prevent escape of the solvent.
(k) Distillation continued until three successive 15 minute intervals show no increase in upper and lower
levels of the diluent? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(l)
Heat removed and solvent allowed to stand for 0.5 hours? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(m) Contents of receiver read to the nearest scale division? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(n) Volume of dilute recorded and calculated in accordance with the method? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Diluent, % = 100 [(Volume of dilute in receiver * Sp. G. of dilute at 25C) / Mass of sample]
REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 5
APPARATUS FOR
QUANTITATIVE EXTRACTION OF BITUMEN
FROM BITUMINOUS PAVING MIXTURES
(AASHTO T164) _____

(ASTM D2172) _____
1.
Extraction Solvent
Which of the following solvents were presented?
(a) Trichloroethylene, technical or reagent grade? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
1)
Technical grade - Type 1, Fed. Spec. O-T-634? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) 1, 1, 1 - trichloroethane, technical grade conforming to Fed. spec. O-T-620a? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(c) Methylene chloride, technical grade? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(d) Terpene extractant, Method A or E (AASHTO only)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
2.
Apparatus for Determination of Moisture Content by T110 (ASTM: D1461)

Equipment must be available if performing abson or rotavapor recovery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
3.
Apparatus for Determination Mineral Matter

Ashing Method:
(a) Graduated cylinder: capacity 1 or 2 L (100 mL cylinder, optional)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Ignition dish, minimum capacity of 125 mL? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(c) Steam bath or hot plate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(d) Muffle furnace or gas burner, capable of 500 - 600C? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(e) Desiccator? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(f)
Ammonium carbonate, reagent grade (as solution or salt)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(g) Oven capable of maintaining a temperature of 230 9F (110 5C)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(h) Class B (0.001 g) balance available? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Centrifuge Method:
(a) Centrifuge capable of 3000 g or greater? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Class C (0.01 g) balance available? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Volumetric Method:
(a) Flask large enough to hold extract? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Constant temperature bath? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(c) Thermometer readable to 0.2F (0.1C)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
4.
Miscellaneous
(a) Oven capable of maintaining 230 9F (110 5C)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Pan of appropriate size? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(c) Spatula or trowel? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
ASTM:
Balance: accuracy of at least 0.01 percent of sample mass? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
5.
Additional Apparatus for Method A

(a) Centrifuge Extractor:
1)
Aluminum bowl with cover? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
2)
Can be rotated at variable speeds up to 3600 r/min? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
3)
Apparatus explosion proof? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
4)
Apparatus installed in hood? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Filter rings: felt or paper, to fit rim of bowl? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Low-ash paper filter rings: ash content less than 0.2 percent (optional)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
or
REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 6
APPARATUS FOR
(AASHTO T164) _____

(ASTM D2172) _____
6.
Additional Apparatus for Method B

(a) Reflux Extractor:
1)
Heat resistant glass jar? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
2)
Cylindrical metal frames, one or two, each containing a conical filter cone support? . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(a) Bottom of lower cone above level of solvent? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) If two frames, the upper frame can be supported on the lower? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
3)
Condenser for top of reflux jar? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
No soldered joints in direct contact with condensing solvent vapors? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Filter paper: medium grade, fast filtering? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(c) Electric hot plate, thermostatically controlled? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(d) Thermal-distributing protective pad, approx. 3 mm thick (ASTM: asbestos-coated wire mesh)? . . . . . . . . _____
7.
Additional Apparatus for Method D

(a) Extraction Kettle:
1)
Metal or borosilicate glass? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
2)
Perforated basket? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
3)
Condenser top? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Cloth filter sacks with elastic hem for lining basket? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
8.
Additional Apparatus for Method E

(a) Vacuum Extractor (essentially as shown in Fig. 6a, b, and c):
1)
Vacuum pump (preferably vane type)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
2)
Filter support plate: overlaps or fits just inside "O" ring? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Perforated with holes small enough to support the filter paper and numerous enough to
ensure adequate suction? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
3)
Funnel ring? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Filter paper: medium grade, fast filtering, 330 mm diameter? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(c) Sample container, 3.8 L capacity or greater? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(d) Two flasks, 4000 mL capacity? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(e) Flask, 1000 mL capacity? (E-II) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(f)
Glass graduate glass with a capacity of 500 mL? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(g) Wash bottle? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(h) Watch glass? (E-II) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(i)
Spatula and mixing spoon? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(j)
Stiff-bristle brush? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(k) Metal tongs? (E-II) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(l)
Dial thermometer, 50 to 180F (10 to 82C)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(m) Ultrasonic cleaner, 4 qt. minimum capacity with insert tray (optional)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(n) Ethyl alcohol, denatured (optional)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
ASTM:
Ethyl alcohol is required. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(o) Diatomaceous silica filtering aid, conforming to requirements of ASTM D604 - Type B (optional)? . . . . . _____
(p) 12 in. diameter No. 16 and No. 200 sieves (optional)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
ASTM:
Sieves are not acceptable. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 7

(AASHTO T164) _____

(ASTM D2172) _____
1.
Sample Preparation
(a) If necessary, mixture warmed in pan at 230 9F (110 5C) until it can be handled? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Particles of mixture separated with spatula or trowel? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(c) Sample obtained by splitting or quartering? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(d) Sample mass at least: 1/2 kg for No. 4; 1 kg for 3/8 in.; 1.5 kg for 1/2 in.; 2 kg for 3/4 in.;
3 kg for 1 in.; 4 kg for 1 1/2 in.? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(e) Sample divided into equal portions for multiple extraction if necessary? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(f)
If necessary, test specimen for moisture determination obtained? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
2.
Water Determination
(a) Moisture content of mixture determined by T110 (ASTM: D1461)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Note: moisture content not necessary if percent bitumen is not determined. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) If recovery of bitumen is not required, entire test specimen may be dried at a temperature of
300 - 325F (149 - 163C) for 2 to 2 1/2 hrs. prior to extraction? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
ASTM:
If recovery of bitumen is not required, sample may be dried to constant mass
at a temperature of 230 9F (110 5C)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
or
3.
or
or
Extraction Procedure by Method A

(a) Weighed test portion placed into bowl? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Sample covered with solvent? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(c) Sample allowed to disintegrate for not more than 1 hr.? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(d) Bowl with solvent and sample placed in extraction apparatus? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(e) Filter ring dried to constant mass in oven at 230 9F (110 5C)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
ASTM:
No temperature is specified for drying. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(f)
Filter ring weighed? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(g) Filter ring fitted around edge of bowl? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(h) Cover clamped tightly on bowl? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(i)
Container placed under drain to collect extract? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(j)
Centrifuge started revolving slowly and speed increased gradually? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(k) Maximum speed not greater than 3600 rpm? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(l)
Centrifuge continued until solvent ceases to flow? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(m) Centrifuge stopped and 200 mL or more of solvent added? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(n) Steps (j), (k), (l), and (m) repeated? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(o) At least 3 increments of solvent added? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(p) Last extract clear and not darker than light straw color? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(q) Extract and washings collected in suitable graduate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
1)
Filter ring and aggregate transferred to tared metal pan? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
2)
Contents dried in air under a hood until fumes dissipate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
3)
Contents dried to constant mass in oven at 110 5C (230 9F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
4)
Initial dry mass of filter ring subtracted from mass of contents in pan to determine mass
of extracted aggregate (W3)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(s) 1)
Filter ring may be dried separately to constant mass in an oven at 110 5C (230 9F)? . . . . . . . . _____
2)
Aggregate dried to constant mass in an oven or on a hot plate at 110 5C (230 9F)? . . . . . . . . . _____
ASTM: If felt filter ring used, mineral matter brushed off? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(t)
Bowl, aggregate, and filter ring dried to constant mass in an oven at 110 5C (230 9F)? . . . . . . . . . . . _____
REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 8

or
(u)
(v)
4.
(AASHTO T164) _____

(ASTM D2172) _____
If low-ash filter paper used:

1)
Aggregate and filter ring placed in clean metal pan? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
2)
Contents dried to constant mass in oven at 110 5C (230 9F? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
3)
Dried filter ring folded, stood on aggregate, and then burned in pan with aggregate to avoid loss? . . _____
Mineral matter in the extract determined by one of the procedures specified? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Extraction Procedure by Method B

(a) Filter paper dried to constant mass in oven at 230 9F (110 5C) and weighed? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
ASTM:
(b) Determine mass of frame with filter paper to nearest 0.5 g? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(c) Place test portion in frame or frames? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(d) Determine mass of each loaded frame to nearest 0.5 g? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(e) Solvent poured into glass jar? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(f)
Frame with supporting legs placed in jar? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(g) Solvent level below tip of cone in lower frame? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(h) Denatured alcohol used to wet filter paper (optional)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(i)
If two frames, upper frame placed on bottom frame? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(j)
Insulating pad (if necessary) and cylinder placed on hot plate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
ASTM:
Thermal insulating pad must be used. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(k) Gentle steady flow of cold water circulated through covered condenser? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(l)
Heat adjusted so that solvent boils gently? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(m) Steady flow drips into cone? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(n) If necessary, adjust temperature of hot plate to maintain the solvent stream at a rate to keep
test portions completely covered, but not overflowing the filter cones? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(o) Extraction continued until running from tip of lower cone appears a light straw color when
viewed against white background? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(p) Heat shut off, but not condenser water? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(q) Apparatus allowed to stand until cool enough to handle? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(r)
Condenser turned off and removed from cylinder? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(s) Loaded frame(s) removed from jar and dried in air? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(t)
Dry frame(s) to constant mass in oven at 230 9F (110 5C)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(u) Mineral matter in solution determined by one of the procedures specified? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 9

5.
(AASHTO T164) _____

(ASTM D2172) _____
Extraction Procedure by Method D

(a) Filter sack placed in extraction basket and mass determined with the tare pan to determine
total tare mass? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Test portion placed in filter sack and total mass determined? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(c) Mass of test portion calculated? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(d) Suspension rod attached to loaded basket and assembly set into the extraction kettle? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(e) Approximately 600 mL of solvent poured over the test portion? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(f)
Condenser cover placed on kettle? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(g) Cold water started through condenser cover? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(h) Basket raised to immersion level, 1/2 in. above bottom of kettle? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(i)
Extractor placed in hot plate and heated to a gentle boil? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(j)
Heating continued for 15 to 30 minutes in immersion position? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(k) Basket raised to refluxing level, at least 3 in. above bottom? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
ASTM: No height specified. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(l)
Heat increased to maintain active boiling until solvent dripping from the basket appears light
straw color? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(m) Extractor removed from plate and allowed to cool? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(n) Basket removed from kettle and filter sack removed from basket and contents distributed into
tared pan? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(o) Filter sack placed on top of aggregate and dried on a steam bath and then in an oven at
230 9F (110 5C) to constant mass? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(p) Extraction transferred to a 1000-mL graduate?
(p) Extractor washed clean with solvent then washings added to the extract? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(q) Mineral matter in the extract determined by one of the procedure specified? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 10

6.
(AASHTO T164) _____

(ASTM D2172) _____
Extraction Procedure by Method E

(a) Sample weighed? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Cooled below 130F (54C)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(c) 200 mL alcohol added with care (optional)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
ASTM:
Not optional - 200 mL of alcohol must be added. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(d) Approx. 700 mL methylene chloride or other solvent added? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
ASTM:
Methylene Chloride is the only solvent allowed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(e) Stirred until bitumen visually in solution or ultrasonic cleaner used? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(f)
Dry filter paper (AASHTO: more than 1 may be used) to constant mass in oven
at 230 9F (110 5C)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
ASTM:
(g) Extractor assembled with filter (finger tight) centered? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(h) No. 16 and No. 200 sieves used (optional)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
ASTM:
Sieves are not acceptable. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(i)
If needed, 50 to 200 g pre-dried filtering aid with 500 mL of solvent added? (E-II) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
ASTM:
50 g of pre-dried filtering aid with 500 mL of solvent added? (E-II) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
AASHTO only: Two pre-dried filters separated by an additional 50 to 100 g of filtering aid
may be used to facilitate flow of liquid. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(j)
Vacuum started and solution decanted onto filter or through sieves? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Watch glass used if filtering aid needed and sieves not used? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
ASTM:
Stop vacuum when all solvent is removed from filter paper. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(k) Sample remaining in the container covered with solvent and stirred? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(l)
Steps j and k repeated until the solution is a light straw color and aggregate is visually clean? . . . . . . . . . . _____
(m) All aggregate carefully transferred onto the filter? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(n) Any aggregate clinging to the container washed onto the filter with the solvent? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(o) Aggregate dried using vacuum? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(p) AASHTO only: If terpene extractant used, all extractant poured onto filter and vacuum allowed
to continue until fluid passes through filter? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(q) AASHTO only: Previous step repeated using water until all terpene residue is removed from aggregates
and water is clear? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(r)
Aggregate scraped towards center from funnel ring? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(s) Vacuum stopped and aggregate transferred to tared drying pan? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(t)
Funnel ring and filter paper brushed? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(u) Aggregate and filter paper dried to constant mass in an oven at 230 9F (110 5C)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(v) If low-ash filter paper is used, is it burned in the pan with aggregate to avoid loss? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(w) Mass of aggregate and filter in the pan recorded? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(x) Mass of filter and pan subtracted to determine mass of extracted aggregate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(y) Mineral matter in solution determined by one of the procedures specified? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 11

7.
(AASHTO T164) _____

(ASTM D2172) _____
Total Mineral Matter Determination

Ashing Method:
(a) Volume of total extract and washings recorded? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Ignition dish conditioned in furnace and mass determined to 0.001 g? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
ASTM:
No mention of conditioning ignition dish.
(c) Extract thoroughly agitated? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(d) Approx. 100 mL immediately measured to tared ignition dish? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(e) Ignition dish evaporated to dryness on steam bath or hot plate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(f)
Residue ashed at dull red heat (500 - 600C) and cooled? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(g) Mass of ash determined or estimated? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(h) 5 mL of ammonium carbonate solution added per g of ash? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(i)
Digested at room temperature for l hour? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(j)
Dried in oven to constant mass at 110 5C (230 9F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
ASTM:
Dried to constant mass at 100C? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(k) Cooled in desiccator and weighed to the nearest 0.001 g? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(l)
Net mass of ash determined? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
W = G[V1/(V1 - V2 )]
Centrifuge Method:
(a) Empty centrifuge cup mass determined to 0.01 g? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Centrifuge cup placed in centrifuge? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(c) Container positioned at appropriate spout to catch effluent? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(d) Extract transferred to container suitably equipped with feed control? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(e) Extract container rinsed several times with clean solvent? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(f)
Centrifuge started and allowed to reach a constant speed? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(g) Feed line opened and extract fed into centrifuge at a rate of 100 to 150 mL/min.? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(h) Feed mechanism rinsed several times with clean solvent until effluent is essentially colorless? . . . . . . . . . _____
(i)
Centrifuge allowed to stop and cup (or bowl) removed? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(j)
Outside of cup cleaned with solvent and allowed to evaporate in a funnel or steam hood? . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(k) Cup dried in oven at 230 9F (110 5C)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(l)
Cool and determine the mass of the cup and residual immediately? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(m) Increase in mass is the mass of mineral matter? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Volumetric Method:
(a) Flask calibrated and tared? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Extract placed in flask? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(c) Flask brought to within 0.2F (0.1C) of calibration temperature in controlled-temperature bath? . . . . . . _____
(d) Flask filled with solvent at same temperature? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(e) Level of liquid in flask brought up to the neck of the flask? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(f)
Stopper inserted and flask dried? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(g) Flask weighed to nearest 0.1 g? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
V1 = V2 - [(M1 - M2 )/G1]
REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 12
APPARATUS FOR
EFFECT OF WATER ON COHESION OF
COMPACTED BITUMINOUS MIXTURES
(AASHTO T165) _____

(ASTM D1075) _____
1.
Water Bath at 25C (77F)

(a) Sufficient size to permit total immersion of 3 specimens? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Temperature: 25 1C (77.0 1.8F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
2.
Water Bath at 49 or 60C (120 or 140F)

(a) Automatic temperature control? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Capable of controlling temperature to 1C ( 1.8F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Lined with copper, stainless steel, or other nonreactive material? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(c) Sufficient size to permit total immersion of 3 specimens? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(d) Is bath emptied, cleaned, and refilled for each series of tests? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(e) Water in bath: distilled or treated to eliminate electrolytes? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
3.
Air Bath
Capable of being maintained at 25 1C (77.0 1.8F) for 4 hours? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
4.
or
Transfer Plates
(a) Flat; glass, metal, or other non-reactive material; at least 3 available? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) One large transfer plate sufficient to hold all three specimens? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
5.
Compressive Strength Testing Machine available [required for test method T167 (ASTM: D1074)]? . . . . . . . . . _____
6.
Apparatus for T166, Method A (ASTM: D2726)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 13
EFFECT OF WATER ON COHESION OF

(AASHTO T165) _____

(ASTM D1075) _____
1.
Test Specimens
At least six 102 x 102 mm diameter specimens prepared in accordance with Method T167 (D1074)? . . . . . . . . . _____
2.
Determination of Bulk Specific Gravity (sequence of steps optional)

(a) Specimens allowed to cool at least 2 hrs. after removal from curing oven? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Oven-dry mass of each specimen determined (A)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(c) Each specimen immersed for 3 to 5 minutes in water at 25 1C? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(d) Immersed mass recorded? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(e) Blotted quickly with damp towel? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(f)
Surface-dry mass of each specimen determined (B)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(g) Bulk specific gravity of each specimen calculated? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
3.
Procedure
(a) Each set of six specimens separated into groups of three specimens each so that the average
bulk specific gravity of Group 1 is essentially the same as that of Group 2? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Test specimens in each group tested as follows:
Group 1
1)
Specimens stored in air bath at 77.0 1.8F (25 1C) for at least 4 hours? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
2)
Compressive strength of each Group 1 specimen by T167 (D1074)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Group 2
1)
Specimens on transfer plates immersed in water at 140.0 1.8F (60 1C) for 24 hrs.? . . . . . . . . . _____
2)
Specimens transferred to water bath at 77.0 1.8F (25 1C) for 2 hrs.? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
3)
ALTERNATE PROCEDURE FOR GROUP 2 SPECIMENS

1)
Specimens on transfer plates immersed in water at 120.0 1.8F (49 1C) for 4 days? . . . . . . . . . _____
2)
Specimens transferred to water bath at 77.0 1.8F (25 1C) for 2 hrs.? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
3)
4.
Calculations
Numerical index of resistance to water calculated as follows:
Index of retained strength, % = (S2/S1) x 100? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Where:
S1 = Compressive strength of dry specimens (Group 1)

S2 = Compressive strength of immersed specimens (Group 2)
ASTM and AASHTO are equivalent.

REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 14
APPARATUS FOR
BULK SPECIFIC GRAVITY OF
USING SATURATED SURFACE-DRY SPECIMENS
(AASHTO T166) _____

(ASTM D2726) _____
1.
METHOD A
(a) Balance and suspension:
1)
Conforms to M231 for class required for principal sample mass of samples tested? . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
ASTM:
Has sufficient sensitivity to determine bulk specific gravity to four
significant figures (0.1 g for 100.1 - 999.9 g)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
ASTM:
Conforms to D4753, GP2?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
2)
Suspension from center of balance pan? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
ASTM:
Does not have to be from center of pan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
3)
Suspension wire of smallest practical size? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
4)
Holder and sample completely immersed? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
5)
Can determine constant mass of specimen to 0.05 percent? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Water bath:
1)
Equipped with overflow outlet to maintain constant water level? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
2)
Deep enough to completely immerse holder and sample? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(c) Drying oven at 52 3C (125 5F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
ASTM:
Drying oven at approx. 110C (230F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(d) Room temperature: 25 5C (77 9F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
2.
METHOD B
ASTM:
Method does not include the use of a volumeter.
(a) Balance conforms to M231 for class required for principal mass of samples tested? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Can determine constant mass of specimen to 0.1 percent? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Water bath: thermostatically controlled to 25.0 0.5C (77.0 0.9F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(c) Thermometer: ASTM 17C or 17F? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(d) Calibrated volumeter? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Tapered lid with capillary bore? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(e) Room temperature: 25 5C (77 9F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(f)
Drying oven at 52 3C (125 5F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
3.
METHOD C (Rapid Test)

ASTM:
Method C is not included in ASTM.
(a) Apparatus as in Method A or Method B? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Drying oven at 110 5C (230 9F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
[NOTE:
Different drying temperature.]
REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 15
BULK SPECIFIC GRAVITY OF COMPACTED BITUMINOUS MIXTURES

(AASHTO T166)
1.
METHOD A
(a) Mass (g) of dry sample in air determined? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
1)
Dried overnight at 52 3C (125 5F) and at successive 2 hr. intervals to constant
mass (0.05 percent)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
NOT necessary for laboratory molded specimens.
2)
Cooled to room temperature, 25 5C (77 9F), and weighed? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Immersed mass determined? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
1)
Immersed 4 1 min.? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
2)
Water at 25 1C (77 1.8F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(c) Saturated surface-dry mass determined? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Quickly blotted with damp towel? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(e) Percent water absorbed determined to be less than 2 percent? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
2.
METHOD B
(a) Specimen dried, cooled, and weighed as in Method A? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Saturated surface-dry mass determined? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
1)
Immersed at least 10 min. at 25 1C (77.0 1.8F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
2)
Dried with damp towel? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
3)
Specimen weighed? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
4)
Any water which seeps from specimen is included in mass? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(c) Mass of volumeter filled with distilled water at 25 1C (77.0 1.8F) determined? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(d) Weighed, saturated specimen placed into volumeter? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Let stand for at least one minute? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(e) Temperature of water brought to 25 1C (77.0 1.8F) and volumeter covered? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Some water allowed to escape through the capillary bore of the tapered lid? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(f)
Volumeter wiped dry and volumeter and contents weighed? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(g) Percent water absorbed determined to be less than 2 percent? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
3.
METHOD C (Rapid Test)

(a) Procedure same as Method A or Method B except for determination of dry mass? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Dry mass determined by:
1)
Warming in oven 110 5C (230 9F) until soft? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
2)
Breaking down to 1/4 in. particles? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
3)
Drying in oven to constant mass (2 hr. change less than 0.05 percent)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
4)
Cooling to room temp. 25 5C (77 9F) and weighing? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(c) Percent water absorbed determined to be less than 2 percent? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
NOTE:
NOTE:
Sequence of weighings is immaterial.

Laboratory prepared samples need not be dried.
4. Labs says proper book formulas used to calculate specific gravity of specimen? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 16
BULK SPECIFIC GRAVITY OF COMPACTED BITUMINOUS MIXTURES

(ASTM D2726)
1.
For Specimens That Contain Moisture or Solvent, or Both

(a) Mass of specimen in water determined? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
1)
Immersed in bath for 3 to 5 min.? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
2)
If specimen temperature differs from the water temperature by more than 2C (3.6F),
is specimen immersed 10 to 15 min.? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
3)
Water at 25 1C (77 1.8F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
4)
If not, is the bulk specific gravity corrected to 25C (77F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Sample blotted with damp towel? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Mass of saturated surface-dry specimen determined? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(c) Mass of oven-dry specimen determined? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
1)
Specimen dried in 110 5C (230 9F) oven to constant mass? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
2)
Documentation exists showing interval of time between readings is sufficient
to determine constant mass? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Note: Other means of drying (such as microwave) ok as long as specimen is not
over-heated and documentation exists showing results are equivalent to oven drying? . . . . . . . . . . _____
3)
Cooled and weighed in air? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
2.
For Thoroughly Dry Specimens

(a) Mass of dry specimen determined? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Specimen dried in air for at least 1 hr.? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Mass of specimen in water determined? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
1)
Immersed in bath for 3 to 5 min.? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
2)
If specimen temperature differs from the water temperature by more than 2C (3.6F),
is specimen immersed 10 to 15 min.? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
3)
Water at 25 1C (77 2F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
4)
If not, is the bulk specific gravity corrected to 25C (77F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(c) Sample blotted with a damp towel? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Mass of saturated surface-dry specimen determined? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
3. Labs says proper book formulas used to calculate specific gravity of specimen? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 17
APPARATUS FOR
COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH OF BITUMINOUS MIXTURES
1.
(AASHTO T167) _____

(ASTM D1074) _____
Testing Machine
(a) Maker: ________________________________
Capacity: _________________________
(b) Capable of controlled speeds of 2.5 to 10.2 mm/min.? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(c) Upper bearing block:
1)
Spherically seated? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(a) Center of sphere coincides with bearing face? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Block rotates freely and can be tilted in any direction? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
2)
Diameter of bearing face slightly greater than diameter of largest specimen tested? . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
3)
Bearing face plane to 0.025 mm (0.001 in.)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(d) Lower bearing block?
1)
Rests on platen and is seat for specimen? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
2)
Diameter of bearing face greater than diameter of largest specimen tested? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
3)
Bearing face plane to 0.025 mm (0.001 in.)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
2.
Molds and Plungers
(a) Molds - record inside diameters
101.60 - 101.73 mm (4.000 - 4.005 in.)?
ASTM: 101.6 mm or greater?
(b)
Diameter of plungers < 101.6 mm (4.000 in.)?
(c)
Max. difference between I.D. of molds and

dia. of plungers is 1.27 mm (0.050 in.)?
Top:
Bottom:
Other molds are acceptable provided the diameter is at least 4 times that of the largest particle size. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(e) Top plunger may be of various design; face at least 12.7 mm (1/2 in.) thick? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(f)
Bottom plunger may be of various design; face at least 12.7 mm (1/2 in.) thick?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
50 4 mm [ASTM: 50.8 3.2 mm] (2 1/8 in.) in height? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
3.
Mold supports capable of supporting mold cylinder 25.4 mm above bottom of bottom plunger? . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
ASTM:
2 Steel bars 25.4 mm (1 in.) square and 76.2 mm (3 in.) long? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
4.
Oven capable of control within 3C ( 5F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____

ASTM:
Oven adjustable from room temperature to 163C (325F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
5.
Hot plate for mixing bowl available? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
6.
Hot water bath (optional)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____

(a) Large enough to hold 3 sets of 100 mm molds with plungers? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Capable of being maintained at just under boiling point? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(c) Heater, if electric, provided with continuously variable control? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
7.
Air bath capable of being maintained at 25.0 0.5C (77 1F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
8.
9.
10.
11.
Mixing machine? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____

Spatulas: one limber and one stiff (AASHTO only)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Ejection device: ejection head has smooth, uniform rate of travel? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Class G2 balance available? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
ASTM:
Balance with at least 2000 g capacity and a sensitivity of 0.1 g? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 18
COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH
OF BITUMINOUS MIXTURES
1.
(AASHTO T167)
Preparation of Test Mixtures - AASHTO only

(a) Initial batch mixed to "butter" mixing bowl and stirrers? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Bowl emptied and batch used for trial specimen or discarded? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(c) Bowl and stirrers cleaned by scraping with limber spatula? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(d) Wiping with cloth or washing with solvent avoided? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(e) Trial specimen molded to determine proper mass of batch? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(f)
Mixing and compacting temperatures based upon the temp.-viscosity curve for the asphalt
(170 20 cSt, 280 30 cSt)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(g) Aggregate heated no more than 28C (50F) above the mixing temperature? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(h) Mixing bowl preheated in oven at same temp. that aggregate is heated? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(i)
Aggregate added to bowl and dry-mixed? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(j)
Bituminous material quickly weighed into aggregate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(k) Asphalt and aggregate mixed with minimal "fanning action"? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(l)
Mixing completed within 90 to 120 seconds? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(m) Temperature of mixture after mixing about 3 to 5C (5 to 9F) above the compacting temp.? . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(n) If necessary, mix reheated using a hot plate, oven, or similar device? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
(f)
Plant mixtures
Sample reduced according to T248 to slightly more than amount needed to fabricate specimen? . . . . . . . . _____
Weight of reduced sample adjusted to required weight by removing and discarding
a small amount of the mixture? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Both fine and coarse particles discarded to maintain proper gradation? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Mixture placed in appropriate container and heated in an oven to the established mixing temp.? . . . . . . . . _____
Sample removed from oven and thoroughly mixed until temp. is about 3 to 5C (5 to 9F)
above the compacting temp.? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Material may be placed into an oven for a short time if multiple samples tested
(however, not more than 1 hour)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 19
(ASTM D1074)
1.
Preparation of Test Mixtures - ASTM only

(a) Initial batch mixed to "butter" mixing bowl and stirrers? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Bowl emptied and batch used for trial specimen or discarded? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(c) Bowl and stirrers cleaned by scraping with limber spatula? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(d) Wiping with cloth or washing with solvent avoided? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(e) Trial specimen molded to determine proper mass of batch? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(f)
Sieve analysis of each aggregate made? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(g) Coarse aggregate separated into fractions? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(h) Recombined with fine aggregate to meet desired formula? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(i)
Weighed aggregate batch thoroughly mixed dry? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(j)
Aggregates brought to temperature of 163.0 2.8C (325 5F )? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(k) Bituminous material heated with care to avoid overheating:
1)
Sufficient material for a single batch:
(a) In oven? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) On hot plate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
No contact of container with flame or unshielded hot plate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
or
2)
One day supply in paraffin dispenser and excess discarded? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(l)
Road tar heated to 107 0 2.8C (225 5F)?
Asphalt heated to 163.0 2.8C (325 5F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(m) Mixing bowl preheated to approximately the temperature of the aggregate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(n) Mixing bowl then charged with aggregate batch? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(o) Bituminous material weighed into aggregate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(p) Materials wet mixed at least 90 sec but not more than 2 min.? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(q) Heat loss during mixing offset by hot plate, sand bath or infrared lamp under bowl? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(r) If hot plate is used, is direct contact with bowl avoided? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(s) Laboratory prepared mixtures allowed to cool to molding temp. [124.0 2.8C (255 5F) for
mixtures containing asphalt, 104.0 2.8C (220 5F) for mixtures containing road tar]? . . . . . . . . . . _____
or
(t)
Field mixtures brought to molding temperature by careful, uniform heating? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 20
(AASHTO T167) _____

(ASTM D1074) _____
2.
Molding Test Specimens

(a) Top and bottom plungers and molds preheated? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
1)
In a water bath just under the boiling point (ASTM: at least 1 hr.)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
2)
In an oven maintained between 200 - 275F (93.3 - 135C) for at least 2 hrs.? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
or
(b) Mold and plungers removed and wiped with a clean cloth containing a few drops of oil? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(c) Spatula heated? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(d) With bottom plunger in place and molding cylinder supported on steel bars:
1)
Approximately half of mixture placed in mold? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
2)
Fifteen blows with spatula struck around inside of mold? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
3)
Ten blows with spatula struck at random over mixture? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
4)
Penetration of spatula as deep as possible? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(e) Remaining mixture quickly placed in molding cylinder? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(f)
Step (d), parts (2), (3), and (4) repeated? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(g) Top of mixture left slightly rounded or cone shaped? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(h) Filled mold compressed between top and bottom plungers under about 1 MPa (150 psi)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(i)
Support bars removed? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(j)
Molding load increased to 20.7 MPa (3000 psi) for 2 min.? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
NOTE:
Alternate methods of compaction may be used, provided approx. 7 percent
air voids are achieved. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(k) Specimen removed from mold with ejection device? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
3.
Test Specimens
(a) 102 mm in diameter? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Height 102 2.5 mm? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
4.
Curing Test Specimens

(a) After ejection, specimens placed in oven for 24 hrs. at 60C (140F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Are specimens placed in air tight containers if not tested in compression within 24 hrs.
after oven curing? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
5.
Procedure
(a) Specimens cooled at room temp. for at least 2 hrs. after removal from curing oven? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Bulk Specific Gravity of specimens determined by Method A or B of T166 (D2726)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(c) Specimens brought to 25 1C (77 1.8F) by storing in an air bath for at least 4 hrs.? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(d) Specimens tested in axial compression without lateral support? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Rate of vertical deformation uniform at 1.3 mm/min. per 25 mm of specimen height? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
ASTM: Rate of vertical deformation uniform at 0.05 mm/min.#mm of specimen height? . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Note: For 101.6 mm specimens, use a rate of 5.08 mm/min.
REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 21
APPARATUS FOR RECOVERY OF ASPHALT

FROM SOLUTION BY ABSON METHOD
1.
or
(AASHTO T170) _____

(ASTM D1856) _____
Centrifuge apparatus (either of the following):

(a) Batch unit capable of 770 times gravity? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Centrifuge tubes (either of the following types):
1)
Wide-mouth bottles, 250 to 500 mL capacity (ASTM: No capacity mentioned)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
2)
Cylindrical tubes, 6 or 8 in. long, with conical ends; capacity 100 mL? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Continuous unit capable of 3000 times gravity? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
RCF (gravities) = 1.118 x 10-5 x r (in cm) x (RPM)2
2.
Distillation flasks (2):

(a) Wide-mouth, flat bottom, 250 mL extraction flask? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Cork with holes for delivery tube, aeration tube, funnel and/or thermometer? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
3.
Suitable flask for the receiver? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
4.
Delivery tube: 10 mm I.D., goose-neck shaped glass tube connects flask to condenser? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
5.
Inlet aeration tube: at least 180 mm long having a 10 mm bulb with 6 staggered 1.5 mm holes? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
6.
Distillation flask heater (one of the following):

(a) Electric heating mantle with variable transformer? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Oil bath with means of measuring temperature of bath? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(c) Fluidized sand bath with means of measuring temperature of bath? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
7.
Water jacketed condenser with 200 mm minimum jacket length? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
8.
Thermometer: ASTM 7C or 7F? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
9.
Gas flow meter capable of indicating flow up to 1000 mL/min. (CO2)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
10.
Separatory funnel: 125 mL capacity or larger (required only if Abson apparatus is used for
primary distillation)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
11.
Extraction solvent:
(a) Trichloroethylene, reagent grade, or Methylene Chloride, reagent grade (in case of dispute)? . . . . . . . . . . _____
ASTM:
Methylene Chloride is not permitted. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Trichloroethylene, technical grade, type I, Fed. Spec. O-T-634, or Methylene Chloride, technical grade? . _____
1)
If technical grade, has blank been run (recommended)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
2)
If so, by technique of Note 1 (70 g asphalt with known properties dissolved into 800 mL
solvent then recovered by T170)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
12.
Supply of carbon dioxide gas? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 22
RECOVERY OF ASPHALT
FROM SOLUTION BY ABSON METHOD
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
(AASHTO T170) _____

(ASTM D1856) _____
Is sample a solution from an extraction of sufficient mass to provide approximately 75 to 100 g of

recovered bitumen? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Extraction apparatus clean and free of petroleum distillates? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Was all of the asphalt in the mixture extracted? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Time extraction started: _________ a.m./p.m.
Extraction method A or E used? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
ASTM: Extraction method A used? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Solution centrifuged at 770g for 30 or more minutes? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
or
Centrifuged continuously at not more than 150 mL/minute at not less than 3000g? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
7.
Solution concentrated to about 200 mL by:

(a) Any primary distillation with flask large enough to hold all the solution from the extraction? . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Solution from primary distillation transferred to Figure 1 assembly using several washes of solvent? . . . . _____
or
(b)
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
Distillation started in assembly shown in Figure 1? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____

1)
Separatory funnel in place through cork? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
2)
Distillation made continuous by adding solution through funnel keeping flask
approximately 1/2 full? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Bulb of aeration tube lowered to make contact with the bottom of the flask? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Slow introduction of CO2 begun at the beginning of the distillation (about 100 mL/min)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
ASTM:
Aeration tube lowered and CO2 introduced at 135C (275F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
When temperature reaches 157 to 160C (315 - 320F), gas rate increased to 900 mL/minute? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Time temperature reaches 160C (320F): _______ a.m./p.m.
Temperature at 160 to 166C (320 - 330F) and gas flow maintained at 900 mL/minute for
10 minutes (minimum) or until dripping stops? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Gas flow and heat maintained for an additional 5 minutes after the last drop? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
If residue in flask is highly viscous and the expected penetration is less than 30, maintain the gas
flow and temperature for 20 - 22 min.? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
CO2 flow never less than 15 minutes? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Time gas flow and heat cut off: _______ a.m./p.m.
Ash content of recovered asphalt determined in accordance with T111 (ASTM D2939)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Elapsed time: step 5 to step 16, 8 hrs. or less? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Residue retained for further testing? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 23
APPARATUS FOR MAXIMUM SPECIFIC GRAVITY

OF BITUMINOUS PAVING MIXTURES
1.
(AASHTO T209) _____

(ASTM D2041) _____
Container (one of the six listed below):

Used for weighing in air and water:
(a) Type A:
bowl of glass, metal, or plastic? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
1)
Approx. 2000 mL capacity? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
2)
Cover fitted with rubber gasket and hose connection? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Type B:
thick-wall filter flask or thick-wall vacuum desiccator? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
1)
Approx. 2000 mL capacity? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
2)
Provided with rubber stopper with hose connection? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Used for weighing in air only:
(c) Type C:
Small volumetric flask? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
1)
Capacity approx. 2000 mL? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
2)
Provided with rubber stopper with hose connection? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(d) Type D:
Intermediate-size heavy-wall glass pycnometer? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
1)
Capacity about 4000 mL? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
2)
Provided with suitable vacuum connection assembly consisting of a vacuum gauge,
release valve and tubing connector, plus a tapered stopper device for maintaining
consistent volume regulation? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(e) Type E:
Metal vacuum pycnometer with a clear poly lid? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Capacity 4500 mL? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(f)
Type F:
Large size plastic pycnometer? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
1)
Capacity at least 10,000 mL? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
2)
Provided with suitable vacuum connection assembly? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
2.
AASHTO only: Hose opening covered with a small piece of wire mesh? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
3.
Balance
(a) With ample capacity and with sufficient sensitivity to enable the specific gravity to be
calculated to at least four significant figures (to at least 3 decimal places)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) For Type A:
Balance equipped with a suitable suspension apparatus and holder to
permit weighing the sample while suspended in water? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(c) AASHTO only: Wire suspending the holder should be the smallest practical size. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
4.
Vacuum pump or water aspirator? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____

(a) Capable of evacuating air from the container to a residual pressure of 4.0 kPa (30 mm Hg)
or less (preferably to zero)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) When a vacuum pump is used, a suitable trap of one or more 1000 mL filter flasks, or equivalent,
and between the vacuum source and the vacuum vessel? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
5.
Residual pressure manometer? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____

(a) Connected at the end of the vacuum line using an appropriate tube and either a T connector
on top of the vacuum vessel or by using a separate opening in the top of the vessel? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
AASHTO only: A vacuum gauge may be used instead of manometer if it is traceable to NIST. . . . . . . . _____
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 24
APPARATUS FOR MAXIMUM SPECIFIC GRAVITY

OF BITUMINOUS PAVING MIXTURES (CONTD)
(AASHTO T209) _____

(ASTM D2041) _____
6.
Manometer or vacuum gauge? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____

Connected either directly to the vacuum source or in vacuum line close to the source? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
7.
Thermometers:
(a) Calibrated liquid-glass thermometer? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Subdivisions and maximum scale error 0.5C (0.9F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(c) Any other thermometric device of equal accuracy, precision and sensitivity is acceptable. . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
8.
Water Bath (Type A & B containers):

(a) Can maintain constant temperature between 20 and 30C? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Water bath large enough for immersion of container and sample? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
9.
Bleeder Valve
Attached to the vacuum train?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
10.
Apparatus for Supplemental Procedure for Mixtures Containing Porous Aggregate Not Completely Coated
If laboratory determines the specific gravity of mixtures containing porous aggregate,
are the following on hand:
(a) Electric fan? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Towel for decanting water from aggregate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 25
MAXIMUM SPECIFIC GRAVITY

(AASHTO T209) _____

(ASTM D2041) _____
1.
Flask or bowl calibrated? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
2.
Sample obtained by splitting or quartering? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
3.
Mass of sample as follows (samples larger than the capacity of the container may be divided into suitable increments,
tested, and the results combined):
Largest Particle Size

Min. sample size (g)
50.0 mm (2 in.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6000 _____
37.5 mm (1 in.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4000 _____
25.0 mm (1 in.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2500 _____
19.0 mm ( in.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2000 _____
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
Largest Particle Size

Min. sample size (g)
12.5 mm ( in.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1500 _____
9.5 mm (G in.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1000 _____
4.75 mm (No. 4) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 500 _____
Particles of sample separated? (Sample may be placed in large pan and warmed in oven until workable.) . . . . . .
Care used not to fracture mineral fragments? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
After separation, fine aggregate particles not larger than 6.3 mm ( in.)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dried to constant mass in oven at 105 5C (221 9F), or any other method of drying,
unless mixture is laboratory prepared (ASTM: other methods of drying may be used)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sample at room temperature? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Placed in tared flask or bowl and weighed and net mass of sample determined? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Water at approx. 25C (77F) added to cover sample? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vacuum increased until manometer reads 3.7 0.3 kPa (27.75 2.25 mm Hg)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ASTM: 30 mm Hg or less? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
A container within a container shall not be used. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Entrapped air removed using partial vacuum for 15 2 min (ASTM: 5 - 15 min.)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Container and contents agitated continuously by mechanical device or manually by vigorous
shaking at intervals of about 2 min.? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Release of entrapped air facilitated by addition of suitable wetting agent (optional)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ASTM:
Wetting agent not acceptable. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
AASHTO only: Release of vacuum by increasing pressure at a rate not to exceed 8 kPa per second? . . . . . . . . . .
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17.
Weighing-in-water determination:
(a) Bowl (container) and contents suspended in water at 25 1C (77.0 1.8F) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Net mass of contents in water determined after 10 1 min immersion? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(c) If temperature is not 25 1C (77.0 1.8F), mass corrected to 25C (77F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
18.
Weighing-in-air determination:
(a) Flask (container) filled with water? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(b) Contents adjusted to 25 1C (77.0 1.8F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(c) Mass of filled flask determined? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(d) Weighing of filled flask determined 10 1 min. after removal of entrapped air completed? . . . . . . . . . . . .
See Appendix for correcting gravity when measurements are made at temps. other than 25C.
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REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 26
MARSHALL APPARATUS FOR RESISTANCE TO

PLASTIC FLOW OF BITUMINOUS MIXTURES
1. Specimen Mold Assemblies
(AASHTO T245) _____

(ASTM D1559) _____
Inside diameter of mold: 3.995 to 4.005 in.?

Collar & base plate fit mold?
2.
Specimen Extractor
(a) Diameter of disk not less than 100 mm (ASTM: 3.95 in.)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Thickness at least 12.7 mm (ASTM: in.)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
3.
Compaction Hammer
(a) Maker: ________________________________
Serial No. (or I.D. No.) ____________
(b) Type:
Manual _____
Mechanical _____
or
(c) If mechanical hammer presented:
(1)
Has it been calibrated (check records) to give results comparable to results obtained with a
manually-operated hammer (AASHTO only - ASTM requires manual hammer)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(2) ASTM:
Mechanical hammer is not acceptable. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(3) Mechanical hammer pedestal secured by four angle brackets to solid concrete slab? . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(d)
4.
If manual hammer presented:

(1) Tamping face: flat, not slanted, 3 7/8 in. (98.4 mm) diameter? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(2) Sliding mass: 4527 to 4545 g (ASTM: 9.98 to 10.02 lb)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(3) Drop: 455.7 to 458.7 mm (ASTM: 17 15/16 to 18 1/16 in.)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Compaction Pedestal (for manual hammers)

(a) Wooden post: 203.2 x 203.2 x 457.2 mm (ASTM: 8 x 8 x 18 in.)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(1) Post plumb? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(2) Attached to solid concrete slab by four angle brackets? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(b) Steel cap: 304.8 x 304.8 x 25.4 mm (ASTM: 12 x 12 x 1 in.)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(1) Level? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(2) Firmly attached to wooden post? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(c) Specimen mold holder mounted on pedestal? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Centers specimen mold over center of post? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Breaking Head
(a) Radius of inner curvature in each segment is 2 in.? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Ends of curvature lie in chordal plane 5/8 in. from center of curvature? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(c) 1/4 x 1/4 in. bevels on inside corners of each segment? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
6.
Loading Device
(a) Maker: _________________________________ Serial No. (or I.D. No.)? ___________
(b) Produces uniform movement of 50.8 mm/min (ASTM: 2 in./min)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(c) Load measuring device:
(1) Capacity: 22.2 kN (ASTM: 5000 lbf)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(2) Sensitivity: 44.5 N up to 4.45 kN and 111.2 N between 4.45 and 22.2 kN? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(ASTM: 10 lb up to 1000 lb and 25 lb between 1000 and 5000 lb)
(3) If proving ring: micrometer dial graduated to 0.0025 mm (ASTM: 0.0001 in.)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(d) Flow Measuring Device:
(1) Guide sleeve and gauge graduated to 0.25 mm (ASTM: 0.01 in.)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(2) Micrometer dial graduated to 0.25 mm. (ASTM: 0.001 in.)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
or
(3) Stress-strain recorder graduated to 0.25 mm. (ASTM: 0.001 in.)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 27
MARSHALL APPARATUS FOR RESISTANCE TO

PLASTIC FLOW OF BITUMINOUS MIXTURES
(AASHTO T245) _____

(ASTM D1559) _____
7.
Ovens and/or Hot Plates presented (for heating aggregate, asphalt, molds, hammers, etc.)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(a) Thermostatically controlled to 2.8C ( 5F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) If unit is a hot plate, is it provided with a suitable shield, baffle, or sand bath to minimize
localized overheating? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
8.
Mixing Apparatus
(a) Bowl or pan for hand mixing or a mechanical mixer which can be maintained at the
required mixing temperature? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Hot plate, sand bath, infrared lamp, or any other device may be used to maintain
mixing temperature? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
9.
Water Bath
(a) Depth at least 152.4 mm (ASTM: 6 in.)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Has perforated false bottom or is equipped with a shelf at least 50.8 mm (ASTM: 2 in.)
above bottom of bath? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(c) Bath thermostatically controlled to 60 1C (ASTM: 140.0 1.8F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
10.
Air Bath (for cut-back mixtures only)

(a) Thermostatically controlled to 25 1C (ASTM: 77.0 1.8F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
11.
Thermometers
(a) Thermometer for aggregates, bitumen, and mixes presented? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(Armored glass or dial type thermometer are recommended)
(1) Range: 9.9 to 204C (50 to 400F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(2) Readable to 2.8C (5F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(b) Thermometer for water bath or air bath presented? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Readable to 0.2C (0.4F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(NOTE:
An ASTM 49C conforms to this requirement.)
12.
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Balances
(a) 2 kg capacity, sensitive to 0.1 g, for weighing molded specimens? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) 5 kg capacity, sensitive to 1 g, for batching mixtures? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Miscellaneous
(a) Gloves? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Rubber Gloves? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(c) Trowel or spatula? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(d) Large spoon? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(e) Flat-bottom scoop? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(f) Filter paper or paper towels? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____

(g) Marking crayons? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 28
RESISTANCE TO PLASTIC FLOW OF

BITUMINOUS MIXTURES USING MARSHALL APPARATUS
(AASHTO T245) _____

(ASTM D1559) _____
1.
Mixing and compaction temperatures based upon the temp.-viscosity curve for the asphalt
(170 20 cSt for mixing, 280 30 cSt for compacting)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Note: See book for procedures relating to cutback asphalt or tar.
2.
Preparation of Mixture
(a) Initial batch prepared for "buttering" the mixing bowl and stirrers and bowl and stirrers cleaned
by scraping, not wiped with cloth or solvent (AASHTO only)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(b) At least 3 specimens prepared for each combination of aggregates and bitumen content? . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(c) Amount of each aggregate size fraction required for each single specimen weighed into a pan
and thoroughly mixed? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(d) Pan containing aggregate placed on a hot plate or in an oven and heated to a temperature not
exceeding the mixing temperature by more than approx. 28C (50F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(e) Hot aggregate placed in mixing bowl and crater formed in aggregate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(f)
Required amount of preheated bituminous material added to aggregate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(g) At this point, temperature of the aggregate and bituminous material within the established mixing
temperature limits? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(h) Aggregate and bituminous material rapidly mixed until thoroughly coated? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(i)
If hot plate used during mixing, wire mesh (or similar material) used to prevent direct contact between
hot plate and mixing bowl (AASHTO only)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.
Compaction of Specimens
(a) Specimen mold assembly and face of the compaction hammer clean? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(b) Mold assembly and hammer heated in boiling water, on a hot plate or in an oven at
93 to 149C (200 to 300F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(c) Filter paper or paper toweling placed in bottom of mold? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(d) Entire batch of mixture placed in mold? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(e) Mixture spaded vigorously with heated spatula or trowel? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(f)
Spaded 15 times around perimeter? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(g)
Spaded 10 times over the interior? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(h) Surface of mix smoothed to slightly rounded shape? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(i)
Temperature of the mixture immediately prior to compaction within the limits of
established compacting temperature? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(j)
Filter paper placed on mixture, and mold assembly placed in mold holder on
compaction pedestal? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(k) 50 or 75 blows applied unless otherwise specified, with hammer held vertically? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(l)
ASTM: No mechanical device used to restrict the handle of manual hammers in vertical position? . . . .
(m) Mold and contents reversed? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(n) Same number of blows applied to reversed specimen? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(o) Sample extractor placed on the end of the specimen? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(p) Assembly, with collar up, placed in testing machine? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(q) Pressure applied to collar via load transfer bar? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(r)
Specimen forced into collar or otherwise extruded up into collar (no free-fall of specimen)? . . . . . . . . . . .
(s) Collar lifted from specimen and specimen transferred to smooth flat surface? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(t)
Allowed to stand overnight at room temperature? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(u) Specimen weighed? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(v) Specimen measured? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Height: 63.5 1.3 mm (2.50 0.05 in.)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 29
RESISTANCE TO PLASTIC FLOW OF

BITUMINOUS MIXTURES USING MARSHALL APPARATUS
4.
(AASHTO T245) _____

(ASTM D1559) _____
Testing of Specimens
(a) Specimens brought to test temperature by immersing in water bath for 30 to 40 min. or
placing in an oven for 2 hrs.? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(b) Bath or oven maintained at 60 1C (140.0 1.8F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(c) Guide rods and inside surfaces of breaking head cleaned? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(d) Guide rods lubricated? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(e) Temperature of breaking head maintained at 21 to 38C (70 to 100F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(e) Specimen removed from bath or oven and placed in lower segment of breaking head? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(f)
Upper segment placed on specimen? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(g) Breaking head and specimen positioned on testing machine? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(h) Flow meter (if used) placed over guide rod and adjusted to zero? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(i)
Load applied to specimen until maximum load is reached? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(j)
Maximum load applied within 30 seconds after removal of specimen from bath or oven? . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(k) Maximum load and flow value recorded? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(l)
For core specimens, load corrected when thickness of specimen is not 63.5 mm (2 in.)
by multiplying by factor from Table 1? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 30
HVEEM APPARATUS FOR

RESISTANCE TO DEFORMATION AND COHESION
1.
or
2.
3.
(AASHTO T246) _____

(ASTM D1560) _____
Specimen Preparation Apparatus

(a) California Kneading Compactor available? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ASTM:
Any compaction device is acceptable. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(b) Other kneading compactor available? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lab asserts that other compactor forms specimens which have equivalent
stabilometer values? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Resistance to Deformation Test Apparatus
(a) Stabilometer? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(b) Rubber bulb for removing or adding air into stabilometer (during adjustment of stabilometer)? . . . . . . . . .
(c) Compression testing machine: minimum capacity of 44.5 kN (10,000 lbf)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Capable of speed of 1.3 mm/min (0.05 in/min)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(d) Push-out device? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(e) Oven capable of being maintained at 60 3C (140 5F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(f)
Calibration cylinder:
(1) Hollow metal cylinder? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(2) Height: 140 mm (5 in.) [ASTM: 133.6 to 146.4 mm (5 to 5 in.)]? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(3) Outside diameter: 101.47 to 101.73 mm (3.995 to 4.005 in.)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(g) Solid-wall metal follower? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(1) Height: 133.3 to 146.1 mm (5 to 5 in)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(2) Diameter: 101.09 to 101.35 mm (3.980 to 3.990 in.)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cohesion Test Apparatus
(a) Cohesiometer? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(b) 2000 g of steel shot passing 2.00-mm (No. 10) sieve and retained on 1.40-mm (No. 14) sieve? . . . . . . . . .
(c) Steel shot flows 1800 g/min. (ASTM: 1800 20 g/min.)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Note: Other materials may be used provided rate of loading is equivalent to that
obtained when using steel shot? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(d) Oven maintained at 60 1C (140 2F) [ASTM: 60 3C (140 5F)]? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(e) Balance: 5 kg capacity, sensitive to 1 g? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ASTM:
Balance: 10 kg capacity, sensitive to 1 g? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 31
RESISTANCE TO DEFORMATION AND COHESION

BY MEANS OF HVEEM APPARATUS
1.
2.
2.
(AASHTO T246) _____

(ASTM D1560) _____
Adjustment of Stabilometer
(a) Stabilometer base adjusted so that distance from bottom of upper tapered ring to top of base
is 89 mm (3 in.)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(b) Calibration cylinder inserted into stabilometer [ASTM: Cylinder preheated to 60C (140F)]? . . . . . . . . .
(c) Cylinder held in place and horizontal pressure of 34.5 kPa (5 psi) applied? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(d) Turns indicator dial adjusted to zero? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(e) Pump handle turned until the stabilometer dial reads 689 kPa (100 psi)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pump handle turned at approx. two turns per second? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(f)
Turns indicator dial reads 1.95 to 2.05 turns? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If not, is the air in the cell adjusted and procedure repeated? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(g) Horizontal pressure released and calibration cylinder removed? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Resistance to Deformation
(a) Test specimens mixed and compacted in accordance with T247? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ASTM:
Mixed and compacted in accordance with normal procedures?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(b) Specimen brought to 60 3C (140 5F) [ASTM: in an oven for 3 to 4 hours]? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Note: bring specimen to room temp. when desired to test with whatever moisture is present.
(c) Specimen transferred from mold to stabilometer by means of the push-out device? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tamped end of specimen is up? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(d) Follower placed on top of specimen? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(e) Horizontal pressure of 34.5 kPa (5 psi) applied? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(f)
Vertical movement of press begun? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Speed of 1.3 mm/min (0.05 in./min)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(g) Stabilometer gauge readings recorded at vertical loads of 2.23, 4.45, 8.90, 13.4, 17.8, 22.3 and 26.7 kN
(500, 1000, 2000, 3000, 4000, 5000 and 6000 lbf)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ASTM:
Record vertical loads at 13.4, 22.3 and 26.7 kN (3000, 5000 and 6000 lbf)? . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(h) Vertical movement of press stopped at 26.7 kN (6000 lbf) load? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(i)
Vertical load immediately reduced to 4.45 kN (1000 lbf) [ASTM: 4 to 4.9 kN (900 to 1100 lbf)? . . . . . . .
(j)
Horizontal pressure adjusted to 34.5 kPa (5 psi)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Note: this will result in a further reduction of the vertical load and is normal.
(k) Pump handle turned until the stabilometer dial reads 689 kPa (100 psi)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pump handle turned at approx. two turns per second? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Number of turns recorded? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(l)
Stabilometer value calculated according to formula in T246 (ASTM D1560)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(m) If height of specimen is not 64 3 mm, is stabilometer value corrected according to Fig. 9? . . . . . . . . . . .
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Cohesion
(a) Specimen in oven at 60 1C (140 2F) for minimum of 2 hrs? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ASTM:
Heat specimen in oven at 60 3C (140 5F) for 3 to 4 h . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(b) Cohesiometer preheated to 60 1C (140 2F) [ASTM: 60 3C (140 5F)]? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(c) Specimen clamped in cohesiometer (ASTM: with tamped end up)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(d) Shot allowed to flow into receiver after temp. recovers? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(e) Flow stopped at break?. . . . ._____
at 13 mm ( in.) deflection? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
or
(f)
Mass of shot recorded? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(g) Cohesiometer value calculated from formula in T246 (ASTM D1560)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 32
APPARATUS FOR PREPARATION OF TEST SPECIMENS

OF BITUMINOUS MIXTURES BY MEANS OF
1.
(AASHTO T247) _____

(ASTM D1561) _____
Kneading Compactor
(a) California kneading compactor? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Other kneading compactor which on calibration develops a curve similar to
California kneading compactor? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b)
2.
Maker: _____________________________
Serial No.: ____________________
Accessories
(a) Feeder trough? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(b) Paddle to fit cross section of trough? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(c) Funnel? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(d) Mold holder? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(e) Steel shim approximately 6.4 x 19 x 64 mm (ASTM: 6.4 x 19.1 x 63.5 mm)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.
Molds
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Inside diameter: 101.47 to 101.73 mm (3.995 to 4.005 in.)?

Height: approx. 127 mm (5 in.)?
Note: A minimum of three molds is recommended.
4.
Kneading Compaction Accessories

(a) Round-nose steel rod, 9.5 mm (G in.) in diameter by 406 mm (16 in.) long? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Heavy paper disks, 102 mm (ASTM: 101.6 mm) diameter? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
5.
Apparatus for Application of Static "Leveling Off" Load

(a) Compression testing machine: minimum capacity 222 kN (50,000 lbf)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(b) Two metal followers:
(1) Height: 140 mm (5 in.) [ASTM: 139.7 mm] high? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Outside diameter: 101.09 to 101.31 mm (3.980 to 3.990 in.) [ASTM: 101.2 mm]? . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(2)
Height: 38.1 mm (1 in.)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Outside diameter: 101.09 to 101.31 mm (3.980 to 3.990 in.) [ASTM: 101.2 mm]? . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Miscellaneous
(a) Thermometers? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(b) Trowels? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(c) Spatulas? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(d) Scoops? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(e) Metal pans? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(f)
Balance 5 kg capacity, sensitive to 1 g? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(g) Ovens capable of maintaining 60 3C (140 5F) and 110 3C (230 5F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ASTM:
Ovens capable of maintaining temperatures up to 163C (325F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(h) Measuring device for measuring the height of the specimen to the nearest 0.3 mm (0.01 in.)? . . . . . . . . . .
(i)
Suitable equipment for mixing the aggregate and bituminous material? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(j)
Sample splitter, riffle-type or equivalent? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 33
PREPARATION OF TEST SPECIMENS OF

BITUMINOUS MIXTURES BY MEANS OF
1.
2.
3.
4.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.
21.
22.
23.
24.
(ASTM D1561) _____
Estimated optimum bitumen content determined? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tests conducted on 3 samples of different asphalt content: one at estimated optimum, one above,
and one below (ASTM does not mention this step.)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Aggregate separated into fractions? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Aggregate dried? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Aggregate recombined to 1200 g of specified grading? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Asphalt and aggregate at correct temperature when mixing begins (see table below)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Asphalt Grade
AC-2.5, AR 1000, or 200-300 Pen
AC-5, AR 2000, or 120-150 Pen
AC-10, AR 4000, or 85-100 Pen
AC-20, AR 8000, or 60-70 Pen
AC-40, AR 16000, or 40-50 Pen
5.
6.
(AASHTO T247) _____
Temperature Range, C (F)

ASTM min
AASHTO min.
99 (210)
107 (225)
110 (230)
121 (250)
121 (250)
135 (275)
132 (270)
149 (300)
132 (270)
149 (300)
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maximum
121 (250)
135 (275)
149 (300)
163 (325)
163 (325)
Asphalt and aggregate rapidly and thoroughly mixed? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

ASTM: Mix transferred to flat pan and cured for 2 to 3 h at 146 3C (295 5F) or
for 15 to 18 h at 60 3C (140 5F) in an oven equipped with air circulation? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mixture and molds brought to correct temperature [110C (230F) for paving grade asphalt]? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mold placed on mold holder and paper disk placed in bottom of mold? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shim placed under mold? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mass of mixture for one specimen placed in preheated trough? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mixture spread uniformly in trough? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
One half of mixture pushed into mold with paddle? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mixture rodded 20 times in center and 20 times around periphery with preheated rod? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rest of mixture placed in mold and rodding repeated? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Compactor foot heated? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mold holder and mold placed in compactor? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Approx. 20 tamping blows at 1.7 MPa (250 psi) applied? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shim removed and mold tightening screw released? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
150 tamping blows at 3.4 MPa (500 psi) applied? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mold and mixture placed in oven at 60C (140F):
(a) For 1 hour if compacted at 60C (140F) [liquid grade asphalt]? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(b) For 1.5 hours if compacted at 110C (230F) [paving grade asphalt]? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Followers inserted into mold? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Leveling-off load of 6.9 MPa (1000 psi) [ASTM: 56 kN (12600 lbf)] applied to specimen using
followers as plungers? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ASTM:
Testing machine head or platen speed 6 mm/min. (0.25 in./min)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Height measured to nearest 0.25 mm (0.01 in.) in mold? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specimen returned to oven in mold in order to obtain desired temp. for testing? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 34
PERCENT AIR VOIDS

IN COMPACTED DENSE AND OPEN
BITUMINOUS PAVING MIXTURES
(AASHTO T269) _____

(ASTM D3203) _____
Apparatus
1.
Equipment for one of the following:
Method T166 (D2726)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Method T275 (D1188)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
or
2.
Equipment for determining T209 (D2041)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____

ASTM:
Has sufficient sensitivity to determine bulk specific gravity to four significant figures
(i.e. 0.1 g for 100.1 to 999.9 g)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Procedure
1.
For Dense Bituminous Paving Mixtures
(a) Bulk specific gravity determined by either T166 (D2726) or T275 (D1188)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Theoretical maximum specific gravity determined by T209 (D2041)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
2.
3.
For Open Bituminous Paving Mixtures

(a) Density of bituminous mixture determined from its dry mass and its volume? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(b) Height of specimen determined? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(c) Volume of specimen determined based on average height and diameter measurement? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(d) Density converted to bulk specific gravity? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(e) Theoretical maximum specific gravity determined by T209 (D2041)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Percent air voids calculated in accordance with method? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____

Percent air voids = 100 [1 - (bulk sp gr / theoretical max sp gr)]
REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 35
APPARATUS FOR BULK SPECIFIC GRAVITY

OF COMPACTED BITUMINOUS MIXTURES
USING PARAFFIN-COATED SPECIMENS
1.
2.
(AASHTO T275)
METHOD A
(a) Balance (M231) as required by principle sample mass? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Can determine constant mass of specimen to 0.1 percent? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(b) Bath for immersed weighing? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1)
Constant level overflow? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2)
Temperature 25 1C (77 2F) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(c) Suspension and holder for immersed weighing? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1)
Suspended from center of pan? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2)
Holder and specimen completely immersed? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3)
Wire suspending holder of smallest practical size? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(d) Drying oven at 52 3C (125 5F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(e) Paraffin (Sp. Gr. known)? (F) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(f)
Room temperature: 25 5C (77 9F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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METHOD B
(a) Balance (M231) as required by principle sample mass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Can determine constant mass of specimen to 0.1 percent? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(b) Constant temperature water bath? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1)
Thermostatically controlled? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2)
25.0 0.5C (77.0 0.9F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3)
ASTM 17C or 17F thermometer? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(c) Volumeter? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tapered lid and capillary bore? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(d) Drying oven at 52 3C (125 5F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(e) Paraffin (Sp. Gr. known)? (F) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(f)
Room temperature: 25 5C (77 9F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 36
APPARATUS FOR BULK SPECIFIC GRAVITY

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
(ASTM D1188)
Balance (D4753) having sufficient sensitivity to determine bulk specific gravity to four significant figures
(i.e. 0.1 g for 100.1 to 999.9 g)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bath for immersed weighing? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
a)
Constant level overflow? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
or
b)
Electronic tare feature on balance? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Suspension and holder for immersed weighing? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
a)
Holder and specimen completely immersed? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parafilm (Sp. Gr. known)? (F) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Polyurethane foam? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
a)
Mat with a minimum 50 x 50 cm (20 x 20 in) for working surface? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
b)
At least one mat with a size approximately equal to the top surface dimensions of specimen
on hand? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Calibration cylinder? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
a)
Smooth, sided aluminum cylinder? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
b)
Approximately 100-mm (4-in) diameter by 60-mm (2.5 in)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sharp knife to cut parafilm? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fan to dry specimen? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 37
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1.
2.
3.
(AASHTO T275)
SPECIMENS
(a) Recommended size:
Diameter (or side of sawed specimens) at least 4X maximum size of aggregate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Thickness at least 1 1/2X maximum size of the aggregate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(b) Drying to constant mass:
1)
Overnight at 52 3C (125 5F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2)
Additional 2 hr. drying intervals? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3)
Constant mass (change less than 0.05 percent)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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METHOD A
(a) Mass in air determined (dry; see 1 (b) above)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Room temperature 25 5C (77 9F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(b) Coated with paraffin, filling all voids? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(c) Cooled 30 min., then weighed in air? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(d) Immersed in water at 25 1C (77 2F) and weighed? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(e) Sp. Gr. of paraffin determined (if unknown)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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METHOD B
(a) Mass in air determined (dry; see 1 (b) above)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Room temperature 25 5C (77 9F) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(b) Coated with paraffin, filling all voids, then cooled 30 min.? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(c) Mass of specimen + paraffin determined? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(d) Mass of volumeter + water at 25 1C (77 2F) determined? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(e) Mass of volumeter + water + specimen at 25 1C (77 2F) determined? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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4. Labs says proper book formulas used to calculate specific gravity of specimen? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 38

(ASTM D1188)
1.
SPECIMENS
(a) Recommended size:
Diameter (or side of sawed specimens) at least 4X maximum size of aggregate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Thickness at least 1 1/2X maximum size of the aggregate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Drying to constant mass:
1)
Dried under fan until constant mass achieved? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
2.
PROCEDURE
(a) Mass in air determined (dry; see 1 (b) above)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) On a hard surface, sharp blade used to cut two 100 x 100 mm and one 100 x 200 mm pieces of parafilm?_____
(c) Backing taken off one of the 100 x 100 mm pieces? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(d) Opposite sides of film grasped and stretched? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
1)
Repeated on other two sides? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
2)
Stretched to an approximately 150 x 150-mm square? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
3)
Care taken to avoid holes in film? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(e) Stretched film placed over one end of specimen and sides of film pressed around sample? . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(f)
Specimen turned over, placed on foam mat, and Steps (c) - (e) repeated? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(g) Another piece of foam placed on top of wrapped specimen? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(h) Wrapped specimen pressed with another specimen of same size to eliminate air pockets from surfaces? _____
(i)
Sharp knife used to trim excess film from sides of sample? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
1)
Care taken to avoid damage of sample? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
2)
Minimum of 15 mm (x in) of film remaining on each side of specimen? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(j)
Backing peeled off remaining piece of film and ends stretched to 400 mm (16 in.)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(k) One end of stretched film placed on side of specimen and rolled over so film stretched tightly
over surface? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(l)
Edges folded and pressed over edges of specimen? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(m) Mass of covered specimen in air determined? (D) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(n) Mass of covered specimen in water bath at 25 1C(77 1.8F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
1)
Is correction made if temperature of water differs from 25 1C (77 1.8F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
2)
If water differs by more than 2C (3.6F), specimen immersed 10 to 15 minutes? . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(o) If specific gravity of film is unknown, determined using procedure in Sec. 8.3? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(p) If specimen contains moisture, correction made using Sec. 9? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(q) Bulk specific gravity calculated using:
REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 39
APPARATUS FOR RESISTANCE OF COMPACTED BITUMINOUS MIXTURES

(AASHTO T283)
TO MOISTURE INDUCED DAMAGE
1.

Method T245 (Marshall) or T247 (CA kneading compactor)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
ASTM Method D3387 (US Corp of Engrs. Gyratory Testing Machine)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
2.
Vacuum Apparatus
(a) Vacuum container, preferably Type D from ASTM Method D2041? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Vacuum pump or water aspirator (conforms to ASTM D2041)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Includes a manometer or vacuum gauge? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
3.
Balance (conforming to AASHTO T166)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
4.
Water baths
(a) Conforming to AASHTO T166? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Capable of maintaining a temperature of 140.0 1.8F (60 1C)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(c) Capable of maintaining a temperature of 77 1F (25.0 0.5C)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
5.
Freezer (optional)
Maintained at 0 5F (-18 3C)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
6.
Oven, forced air draft

Capable of maintaining temperature of 140.0 1.8F (60 1C)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
7.
Testing Apparatus
(a) Loading jack and ring dynamometer (conforms to AASHTO T245)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Mechanical or hydraulic testing machine (conforms to AASHTO T167)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Provides a range of rates including 2 in. (50 mm) per minute? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
or
8.
9.
Loading Strips (if used)

(a) Concave surface with a radius of curvature equal to the nominal radius of the test specimen? . . . . . . . . . .
(b) The width is:
1)
0.5 in. for a 4 in. diameter specimen? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2)
0.75 in. for a 6 in. diameter specimen? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(c) The length exceeds the thickness of the specimens ? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(d) The edges are rounded by grinding? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Miscellaneous
(a) Plastic film or heavy-duty plastic bags? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(b) Masking tape? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(c) 10 mL graduated cylinder (for freeze-thaw conditioning only)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(d) Aluminum pans? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1)
A bottom surface area of 75 - 100 sq. in.? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2)
Depth of approximately 1 in.? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 40
APPARATUS FOR EFFECT OF MOISTURE ON ASPHALT-CONCRETE

PAVING MIXTURES
(ASTM D4867)
1.

Method D1559 (Marshall), D1561 (CA kneading compactor), D1074 (Compressive strength),
D3387 (US Corp of Engrs. Gyratory Testing Machine), D3496 (Dynamic Modulus),
or D4013 (Gyratory Shear Compactor)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
2.
Vacuum Apparatus
(a) Vacuum container, preferably Type F from ASTM Method D2041? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Vacuum pump or water aspirator (conforms to ASTM D2041)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Includes a manometer or vacuum gauge? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
3.
Balance (conforming to ASTM D2726)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
4.
Water baths
(a) Capable of maintaining a temperature of 140.0 1.8F (60 1C)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Capable of maintaining a temperature of 77.0 1.8F (25.0 1.0C)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(c) Conforming to ASTM D2726? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
5.
Oven capable of maintaining temperature of 140.0 1.8F (60 1C)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
6.
Testing apparatus
(a) Loading jack and ring dynamometer (conforms to D1559)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Mechanical or hydraulic testing machine capable of maintaining the required strain rate
and measuring load with equal or better precision? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
or
7.
Loading Strips (conforming to D4123 - Indirect Tension Test for Resilient Modulus)
(a) Concave surface with a radius of curvature equal to the nominal radius of the test specimen? . . . . . . . .
(b) The width is:
1)
0.5 in. for a 4 in. diameter specimen? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2)
0.75 in. for a 6 in. diameter specimen? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(c) The length exceeds the thickness of the specimens? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(d) The edges are rounded by grinding? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 41
RESISTANCE OF COMPACTED BITUMINOUS MIXTURE

1.
or
(AASHTO T283)
Sample Preparation (laboratory test specimens)

(a) 4 in. diameter and 2.5 in. thick specimens used? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(b) Specimens of other dimensions used if aggregate larger than 1 in. is presented? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(c) After mixing...
1)
Mixture placed in an aluminum pan and cooled at room temp. for 2.0 0.5 hours? . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2)
Mixture placed in a 140F (60C) oven for 16 hours for curing? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(d) After curing...
1)
Mixture placed in an oven at 275F (135C) for 2 hours prior to compaction? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2)
Mixture compacted to 7 1 percent air voids, or a void level expected in the field? . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(e) After extraction from molds...
Test specimens are stored for 72 to 96 hours (3 to 4 days) at room temperature? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Sample preparation (core test specimens)

(a) At least 6 cores for each set of mix conditions? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Separate core layers as necessary by sawing or other suitable means, and layers to be stored
at room temperature? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
3.
Evaluation of test specimens and grouping

(a) Theoretical maximum specific gravity of mixture determined by AASHTO T209? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(b) Specimen thickness determined by ASTM D3549? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(c) Bulk specific gravity determined by AASHTO T166? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Volume of specimens expressed in cubic centimeters? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(d) Air voids calculated by AASHTO T269? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(e) Specimens sorted into two subsets of three specimens each so that average air voids of the
two subsets are approximately equal? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.
Preconditioning of test specimens

(a) Dry subset:
1)
Specimens stored at room temperature until tested? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2)
Specimens wrapped with plastic or placed in a heavy duty leak proof plastic bag? . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3)
Specimens placed in a 77F (25C) water bath for at least 2 hours and then tested? . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(b) Conditioned subset:
1)
Specimens placed in the vacuum container supported above the container bottom by
a spacer? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2)
Container filled with distilled water at room temperature? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specimens have at least one inch of water above their surface? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3)
A partial vacuum (10-26 inches Hg) applied for a short time (5-10 min)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4)
Vacuum removed and specimens allowed to be submerged for a short time (5-10 min)? . . . . . . . . . .
5)
Bulk specific gravity determined by AASHTO T166? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Saturated surface-dry mass of conditioned samples compared with original saturated
surface-dry mass and volume of absorbed water calculated? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6)
Degree of saturation determined by comparing volume of air voids with volume of
water absorption? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(a) If the volume of water is less than 55 percent, is the procedure repeated using
more vacuum and/or more time? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(b) If the volume of water is more than 80 percent, is the specimen discarded? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(c) If the volume of water is between 55 and 80 percent, then test continued? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 42
RESISTANCE OF COMPACTED BITUMINOUS MIXTURE

7)
8)
9)
5.
(AASHTO T283)
OPTIONAL - Vacuum saturated specimens covered tightly with a plastic film and
each specimen placed in a plastic bag containing 10 mL of water and placed in a
freezer at 0 5F (-18 3C) for 16 hours? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specimens placed into a 140 1.8F (60 1C) water bath for 24 1 hours? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If freeze thaw conditioning was used, plastic bag and film removed from the specimens as
soon as possible after placement in the water bath? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
After 24 hours in the water bath, the specimens removed and placed in a water bath,
already at 77 1F (25.0 0.5C), for 1 - 3 hours? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(a) If necessary, ice used to prevent water temperature from rising above 77F (25C)? . . . . . . . .
(b) The water bath should not require more than 15 minutes to reach 77F (25C)? . . . . . . . . . . .
Testing
(a) The indirect tensile strength of dry and conditioned specimens determined at 77F (25C)? . . . . . . . . . . . .
(b) The specimens in the 77F water bath are removed and placed between the bearing plates in
the testing machine? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1)
Care taken that the load applied is along the diameter of the specimen as illustrated in
Table 1? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2)
Load applied to the specimen by means of the constant rate of movement of the testing
machine head of 2 in. per minute? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(c) If the steel loading strips are used...
1)
Is maximum compressive strength on the testing machine recorded and load continued
until crack appears? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2)
The specimen is removed from the machine, pulled apart at the crack, inspected
for stripping, and observations recorded? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(d) If the steel loading strips are not used...
1)
The loading device is stopped as soon as the maximum compressive load is
reached and recorded? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2)
The specimen is removed, measured, and the side (edge) flattening recorded to the
nearest 0.1 in.? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3)
The specimen is replaced in the compression machine and compressed until a
crack appears? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4)
The specimen is removed, pulled apart at the crack, and inspected for stripping
(observations recorded)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(e) Calculations determined by Section 11? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 43
EFFECT OF MOISTURE ON
ASPHALT-CONCRETE PAVING MIXTURES
1.
or
2.
3.
4.
(ASTM D4867)
Sample Preparation (laboratory test specimens):

(a)
4 in. diameter and 2.5 in. thick specimens used? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(b) Specimens of other dimensions used if aggregate larger than 1 in. is presented? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(c) Six specimens made for each test: three to be tested dry and three to be tested after partial
saturation and moisture conditioning? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(d) Mixtures prepared in batches large enough to make at least 3 specimens or a batch
large enough for just 1 specimen? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(e) Mixing temperatures and procedures followed for the method used? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If an anti-stripping additive is used, are procedures in 6.4 and 6.5 used? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(f)
After mixing...
Mixture placed in a closed container and placed in an oven for 1 to 2 hours to stabilize
the specimen at the required compaction temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If preparing multi-specimen batch, split into single specimens before placing into oven? . . . . . . . . . . . .
(g) After curing...
Mixture compacted to 7 1 percent air voids, or a void level expected in the field? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(h) After compaction...
Test specimens are cooled as rapid as possible in a stream of moving air, extracted from molds,
then procedure followed in Section 8 within 24 hours? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sample preparation (field specimens):
(a) Truck to be sampled selected in accordance with D3665 (Random Sampling of
Construction Materials)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(b) Sample taken from truck at plant in accordance with D979 (Sampling Bituminous
Paving Mixtures)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(c) Mixture temperature stabilized to approximately the temperature found in the field when
rolling begins and temperature maintained in a closed container, in an oven for approximately
the time lapse between mixing and the start of actual rolling? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(d) Specimens compacted and extruded according to 1(g) and (h) above? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(e) If specimens are not to be compacted in the field laboratory, place the samples in a
sealed container, transported to the laboratory, and reheated to required temperature? . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Evaluation of test specimens and grouping
(a) Theoretical maximum specific gravity of mixture determined by D2041? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(b) Specimen thickness determined by taking the average of four thickness measurements , ASTM D3549?
(c) Bulk specific gravity determined by ASTM D2726? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Volume of specimens (B - C) expressed in cubic centimeters? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(d) Air voids calculated D3203? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(e) Specimens sorted into two subsets of three specimens each so that average air voids of the
two subsets are approximately equal? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Preconditioning of test specimens

(a) Dry subset:
Specimens stored at room temperature until test? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 44
EFFECT OF MOISTURE ON
ASPHALT-CONCRETE PAVING MIXTURES
(b)
5.
(ASTM D4867)
Conditioned subset:
1)
Specimens placed in the vacuum chamber? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2)
Container filled with distilled water at room temperature? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The water used to saturate the specimens may be heated up to 140F (60C)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3)
A partial vacuum such as 20 in Hg applied for a short time (such as 5 minutes)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4)
Volume of the partially saturated specimen determined in accordance D2726? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Volume of the absorbed water determined by subtracting air dry mass of the specimen
from the saturated surface-dry mass of the partially saturated specimen (Sec.8.6.2) . . . . . . . . . . . .
5)
Degree of saturation determined by dividing the volume of the absorbed water by the
volume of air voids and expressed as a percentage (Sec. 8.6.3)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(a) If the volume of water is less than 55 percent, is the procedure repeated using
more vacuum? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(b) If the volume of water is more than 80 percent, is the specimen discarded? . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(c) If the volume of water is between 55 and 80 percent, then proceed? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6)
Specimens placed into a 140.0 1.8F (60 1C) water bath for 24 hours? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If a freeze-thaw cycle is desired, procedure in Note 5 used? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7)
After 24 hours in the water bath, specimens are removed and placed in a water bath
already at 77.0 1.8F (25 1C) for 1 hour? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8)
Height of the moisture-conditioned subset determined by D3549 and volume
determined by D2726? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9)
Water absorption and degree of saturation determined in accordance with 8.6.2 and 8.6.3
(a degree of saturation exceeding 80% is acceptable)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10) Swell of partially saturated specimen determined by dividing change in specimen
volumes in 8.6.2 and 8.3 by volume determined in 8.3? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11) Swell of moisture conditioned specimen determined by dividing change in specimen
volume in 8.9 and 8.3 by specimen volume in 8.3? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12) Temperature of the dry subset adjusted by soaking in a water bath for 20 min. at
77.0 1.8F? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Testing
(a) The tensile strength of dry and conditioned specimens determined at 77 1.8F (25 1C)? . . . . . . . . .
(b) The specimens in the 77F water bath are removed and placed into the loading apparatus
and the loading strips positioned so that they are parallel and centered on the vertical
diametral plane? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1)
Load applied to the specimen by means of the constant rate of movement of the
testing machine head of 2 in. per minute? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2)
Is maximum compressive strength on the testing machine recorded and load continued
until crack appears? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3)
The specimen is removed from the machine, pulled apart at the crack and inspected
for degree of moisture damage? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(c) Calculations determined by Section 9? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 45
APPARATUS FOR
ASPHALT CONTENT OF BITUMINOUS MIXTURES
BY THE NUCLEAR METHOD
(AASHTO T287) _____

(ASTM D4125) _____
1.
Nuclear gauge
a)
Neutron source - an encapsulated and sealed radioactive source (such as americium/beryllium)? . . . . . . . . _____
b)
Thermal neutron detector (such as helium-3 or boron tri-floride)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
c)
Read-out instrument? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
2.
Balance, readable to 0.1 g? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____

ASTM: balance readable to 1 g? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
3.
Oven, capable of heating to 350 5F (177 3C)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
4.
Steel straightedge, approximately 18 in. (450 mm) long? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
5.
Flat plate, metal (min. G in. [ASTM: 10 mm] thick) or wood (min. in. [ASTM: 20 mm] thick)? . . . . . . . . . . . _____
6.
Thermometer, range of 50 to 500F (10 to 300C)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____

ASTM: range of 10 to 250C (50 to 482F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
7.
Spoons and mixing bowls? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
8.
ASTM: stainless steel sample pans? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
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ASTM: Additional apparatus for Test Method B
1.
2.
Apparatus necessary to prepare compacted specimens as specified in Test Methods D1559, D1561,
D3387, or Practice D4013? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Molded laboratory specimen container (ref. Figure 1)
a)
For 4 in. diameter specimens: container has 2 holes for specimens, each hole having
diameter of 10.312 cm? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
For 6 in. diameter specimens: container has 1 hole for specimens, hole having
diameter of 15.392 cm? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
b)
Length of container is 24.689 cm? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
c)
Width of container is 18.161 cm? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
d)
Total height of container is 6.985 cm? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
e)
Height from container bottom to specimen level is 5.715 cm? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 46

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2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
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11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
(AASHTO T287)
Background radiation count checked daily? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Calibration curve developed according to Section 7 for each mix type? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Correlation factor greater than or equal to 0.995? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Test sample obtained according to T168? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Moisture content of the test sample determined? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
By AASHTO T110? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
By drying the test sample to constant mass in an oven at 230 9F (110 5C)
or
for no longer than two hours? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Sample heated to 250 - 300F (121 - 149C)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sample pan filled to half full, evenly distributing the sample? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sample leveled with a trowel or spatula? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Additional sample added to pan until mass of mix in pan equals mass of sample used
for calibration? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mass of mix in pan recorded? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mixture leveled with spatula or trowel? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mixture compacted with plate until even with top of pan? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Temperature of sample recorded? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Temperature within 10F (6C) of calibration temperature? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sample placed in gauge? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Manufacturer's instructions followed to obtain sample counts? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Apparent asphalt content determined? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Corrected for moisture content, if necessary? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 47

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2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
(ASTM D4125)
Background radiation count obtained each day before taking measurements? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Statistical stability test performed at least once a month? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Calibration curve developed according to Section 8 (for the method being presented) for each
mix type and aggregate blend? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Correlation factor greater than or equal to 0.995? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Test sample obtained according to D979? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Moisture content of the test sample determined? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
By ASTM D1461? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
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By drying test sample to constant mass in an oven at 110 5C (230 9F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Method A
1.
Sample pan filled in three layers? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.
Each layer distributed evenly with scoop or spatula? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.
After each layer, pan lifted approx. 20 to 50 mm (1 to 2 in.) and tapped on working surface
two or three times to settle contents? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.
Last layer fills pan slightly above top edge? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.
Material added or removed until mass of mix in pan is within 10 g of the calibration sample? . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.
Mass of mix in pan recorded? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.
Sample compressed with flat plate until level with top edge of pan? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8.
Temperature of sample recorded? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9.
Temperature within 5C (9F) of calibration temperature unless the apparatus makes provision
for temperature correction? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10. Sample placed in chamber? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11. Manufacturer's instructions followed to obtain sample counts? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12. Asphalt content of mixture determined? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13. Corrected for moisture content, if necessary? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Method B
1.
Specimens prepared using Test Method D1559, D1561, D3387, or Practice D4013? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.
Two specimens used for 10-cm (4 in.) diameter specimens? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
One specimen used for 15-cm (6 in.) diameter specimens? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.
For 10-cm specimens: the mass of the two test specimens are within 10 g of each other and
the average of the two test specimens are within 10 g of the average of the calibration samples? . . . . . . . . . . .
For 15-cm specimens: the mass of the test specimen is within 10 g of the calibration sample? . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.
Sample(s) placed in the molded specimen container and then placed in the testing chamber? . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.
Manufacturer's instructions followed to obtain sample counts? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.
Asphalt content of mixture determined? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.
Corrected for moisture content, if necessary? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 48
APPARATUS FOR
DETERMINING THE ASPHALT CONTENT OF HOT MIX
ASPHALT (HMA) BY THE IGNITION METHOD
(AASHTO T308) ______

(ASTM D6307) ______
Manufacturer: _______________________________________
1.
Ignition Furnace
(a) Capable of maintaining a temperature of 578C (1072F) [ASTM: 580C] ? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(b) Dimensions adequate to accommodate a 3500 g sample [ASTM: 2500 g sample] ? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(c) Door cannot be opened during test? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(d) Method for reducing furnace emissions? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(e) Vented into a hood or to the outside? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(f)
A fan to pull air through the furnace? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(g) Sample Baskets:
1)
Allows sample to be thinly spread? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2)
Allows air to flow through and around sample? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3)
Sets of two or more baskets nested? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4)
Sample completely enclosed with a mesh screen or perforated stainless steel plate? . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(h) Catch pan of sufficient size to hold baskets? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Internal balance (Method A only)

(a) Thermally isolated from furnace chamber (AASHTO only)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Accurate to 0.1 g? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(c) Capable of weighing a 3500 g [ASTM: 2500 g] sample in addition to the baskets? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
3.
Data collection system (Method A only)

(a) Built in computer program? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(b) Calculates the change in mass? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(c) Provides for the input of a correction factor (AASHTO only)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(d) Audible alarm and indicator light (AASHTO only)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(e) Capable of changing the ending mass loss percentage to 0.02 percent [ASTM: 0.01%] ? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Printed ticket (AASHTO Method A only)

(a) Records initial specimen mass? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(b) Records specimen mass loss? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(c) Records temperature compensation? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(d) Records correction factor? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(e) Records corrected asphalt content (%)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(f)
Records test time? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(g) Records test temperature? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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5.
Miscellaneous
(a) Oven capable of maintaining a temperature of 125 5C (257 9F) [ASTM: 110 5C] ? . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Balance conforming to AASHTO M231, Class G2 [ASTM: specification D4753, class GP2] (to 0.1 g)? . _____
(c) Protective cage capable of surrounding baskets (AASHTO only)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 49

1.
or
2.
(AASHTO T308) ______

(ASTM D6307) ______
Calibration - AASHTO only

(a) Calibration performed for each change in mix design or ingredients? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(b) Butter mix prepared to condition bowl? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(c) Blank aggregate specimen batched and tested for aggregate gradation? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(d) Two calibration samples mixed at the design asphalt content? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(e) Freshly mixed specimens placed directly into baskets? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(f)
Samples preheated at 125C for 25 minutes if allowed to cool? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(g) Baskets are not preheated? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(h) Specimens tested according to method? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(i)
Gradation analysis performed on residual aggregate and compared to blank? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(j)
Asphalt contents determined? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(k) If the asphalt contents differ by more than 0.15 percent:
1)
Test repeated with two more samples? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2)
Highest and lowest result discarded from the four tests? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3)
Calibration factor determined from the two remaining results? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(l)
If calibration factor exceeds 0.5 percent, test repeated at 482 5C (900 8F), and
the resulting calibration factor used for further testing? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(m) Test temperature is the same as that of calibration? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Calibration - ASTM only
(a) Calibration performed for each change in mix design or ingredients? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(b) Sample approximately the same mass and gradation as that to be used for the HMA test sample? . . . . .
(c) Aggregate oven dried to constant mass (no temperature specified)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(d) Aggregate, asphalt cement, and all mixing bowls and tools heated to approx. 150C? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(e) Butter mix prepared to condition bowl? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(f)
Three calibration samples mixed at the design asphalt content? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(g) Freshly mixed specimens placed directly into baskets? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(h) Specimens tested according to method? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(i)
Asphalt contents determined? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(j)
Test temperature is the same as that of calibration (540 5C)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(k) Calibration factor determined by calculation below? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Calibration Factor (CF):

CF = (( MI - ML ) / MI * 100) - P
where: MI = total mass prior to ignition
ML = total mass after ignition
P = % of asphalt cement by mass of the total mix expressed as a %
(l)
Average of the three taken and used as the calibration factor? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 50

2.
3.
or
or
(AASHTO T308) ______

(ASTM D6307) ______
Sample Preparation
(a) Mixture warmed in an oven at 125 5C (257 9F) [ASTM: 110 5C] until it can be
handled if necessary? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(b) Particles of mixture separated with spatula or trowel? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(c) Sample obtained by splitting or quartering? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(d) Sample mass at least: 1200 g for No. 4 [ASTM: 500 g for No. 4]; 1200 g for G in.
[ASTM: 1000 g for G in.]; 1500 g for in.; 2000 g for in.; 3000 g for 1 in.; 4000 g for 1 in.? . . . . .
Note: Sample mass is based on nominal maximum aggregate size.
(e) Specimen mass not more than 400 g greater than the minimum recommended mass (AASHTO only)? . . .
(f)
Sample divided into suitable increments and tested if necessary? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ignition Procedure by Method A
(a) Furnace preheated to 538C (1000F) or the calibration temperature [ASTM: 540 5C] ? . . . . . . . . . . . .
(b) Temperature recorded prior to test if furnace does not automatically (AASHTO only)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(c) Sample dried to constant mass at 105 5C (221 9F) [ASTM: 110 5C] ? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(d) Test specimen for moisture determination obtained if necessary and moisture content
determined according to AASHTO T110 [ASTM D1461] ? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(e) Calibration factor entered for the mix (AASHTO only)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(f)
Basket(s) placed in catch pan and weighed with guards in place? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(g) Sample evenly distributed in the basket, material kept away from edges and leveled? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(h) Total mass of the sample, basket, catch pan and basket guards recorded? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(i)
Initial mass of the specimen calculated? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(j)
Initial mass entered into the furnace controller and verified (AASHTO only)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(k) Baskets placed in the furnace and chamber door closed? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(l)
Furnace scale agrees within 5 g of the total mass (AASHTO only)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(m) Pressing the start button locks the door and starts the blower? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(n) Test continued until change in mass does not exceed 0.01 percent for three consecutive minutes? . . . . . . . .
(AASHTO only: Ending mass loss percentage of 0.02 percent may be used for excessive aggregate loss.)
AASHTO:
(o) Pressing the stop button unlocks the door and prints the test results? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(p) Corrected asphalt content (%) from the printed ticket reported? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(q) Moisture content subtracted from the printed ticket and the difference reported? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(r)
Baskets removed and allowed to cool to room temperature? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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ASTM:
(o) Final mass obtained by subtracting the mass loss by the furnace from the initial mass of the mix? . . . . . _____
(p) Corrected asphalt content calculated by the formula below? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
Note: The furnace may measure and record this information.
Corrected asphalt content (% AC):
% AC = (( MB - MA ) / MB * 100) - CF
where: MB = total mass prior to ignition
MA = total mass after ignition
CF = calibration factor
REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 51

4.
or
(AASHTO T308) ______

(ASTM D6307) ______
Ignition Procedure by Method B

(a) Furnace preheated to 538C (1000F) or the calibration temperature [ASTM: 540 5C] ? . . . . . . . . . . . .
(b) Calibration factor recorded the for the mix (AASHTO only)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(c) Sample dried to constant mass at 105 5C (221 9F) [ASTM: 110 5C] ? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(d) Test specimen for moisture determination obtained if necessary and moisture content
determined according to AASHTO T110 [ASTM D1461] ? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(e) Basket(s) placed in catch pan and weighed with guards in place? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(f)
Sample evenly distributed in the basket, material kept away from edges and leveled? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(g) Total mass of the sample, basket, catch pan and basket guards recorded? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(h) Initial mass of the specimen calculated? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(i)
Sample burned in the furnace for at least 45 minutes? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(j)
Sample removed and allowed to cool to room temperature at least 30 minutes [ASTM: 10 minutes] ? . . . .
(k) Sample weighed after ignition to the nearest 0.1 g? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sample placed back in the furnace? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(l)
(m) Sample burned for at least 15 minutes after reaching set temperature? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(n) Steps (i) through (l) repeated until change in mass does not exceed 0.01 percent of the initial
sample mass? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(AASHTO only: Ending mass loss percentage of 0.02 percent may be used for excessive aggregate loss.)
(o) Corrected asphalt content (%) determined by calculation on the previous page? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Gradation (AASHTO only)

(a) Contents emptied into a flat pan, including any residual fines? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Gradation analysis performed according to T30? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
6.
Report - ASTM only

Does the report include the following information:
(a) Mass of HMA sample before and after ignition (to nearest 0.1 g) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Measured asphalt content (to nearest 0.01%) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 52
APPARATUS FOR RECOVERY OF ASPHALT FROM SOLUTION

USING THE ROTAVAPOR
1.
2.
(ASTM D5404)
ROTAVAPOR (see fig. 1)

(a) Distillation flask? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(1) Depth of approximately 40 mm (1.5 in) when fully immersed? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Note: A flask having a 2000 mL capacity is recommended.
(b) Variable speed motor, capable of rotating the distillation flask at least 50 rpm? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(c) Condenser? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(d) Solvent recovery flask? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(e) Heated oil bath? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(f)
Angle of distillation flask from horizontal to bath is approx. 15 degrees? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Centrifuge apparatus (either of the following):

(a) Batch unit capable of 770g? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Centrifuge tubes (either of the following types):
1)
Wide-mouth bottles, 250 to 500 mL capacity? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2)
Cylindrical tubes, 6 or 8 in. long, with conical ends; capacity 100 mL? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(b) Continuous unit capable of 3000 gravity? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.
Manometer or vacuum gage, suitable for measuring the specified vacuum? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
4.
Gas flow meter, capable of indicating a gas flow of up to 1000 mL/min.? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
5.
Sample container, having an adequate volume to hold the sample and added solvent? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
6.
Vacuum system, capable of maintaining a vacuum to within 0.7 kPa ( 5 mm Hg) of the desired
level up to and including 80 kPa (600 mm Hg)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
7.
Nitrogen gas or carbon dioxide gas? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
8.
Bath liquid
(a) USP White Oil? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) Silicone Fluid SWS-101, with flash point above 215C (420F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(c) Other ? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
or
9.
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Solvent, reagent grade trichloroethylene or methylene chloride? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____

Note: Trichloroethylene, Technical Grade, Type I may be used, but it is recommended that for each
new supply of the solvent, a blank should be run.
REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 53
RECOVERY OF ASPHALT FROM SOLUTION

USING THE ROTAVAPOR APPARATUS
(ASTM D5404)
SAMPLE PREPARATION
1.
Solution obtained by D2172, extraction method A? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
2.
Solution from extraction centrifuged by one of the following methods? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(a) At least 30 min at 770 times gravity in either wide-mouth bottles or
centrifuge tubes in batch apparatus? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
(b) At least 3000 times gravity in a continuous centrifuge charged at a rate
not to exceed 150 mL/min? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _____
PROCEDURE
1.
Oil bath heated to 140 3C (285 5F)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.
Cold water circulated through condenser? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.
Vacuum of 5.3 0.7 kPa (40 5 mm Hg) applied? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.
Approx. 600 mL of asphalt solution drawn from sample container into distillation flask through
the sample line? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.
Approx. 500 mL/min flow of nitrogen or CO2 begun?
6.
Distillation flask rotated at approx. 40 rpm? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.
Flask lowered into the oil bath? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8.
Steady, controlled stream of condensed solvent maintained? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9.
Gas flow discontinued when the amount of solution in the flask is low and more is to be added? . . . . . . . . . . .
10. Remaining asphalt solution drawn into flask and gas flow readjusted? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(The equipment may be modified to allow a continuous flow of solution into the distillation flask the volume in the flask should be maintained at approx. 600 mL. The gas flow should not be
started until all the solution has entered the flask.)
11. Flask immersed to depth of 40 mm (1.5 in.) when most of the solvent has been distilled and
no condensation is occurring on the condenser? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12. Vacuum of 80.0 0.7 kPa (600 5 mm Hg) slowly applied? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13. Gas flow increased to approx. 600 mL/min? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
14. Spin rate of flask increased to approx. 45 rpm (see Note 5)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(A 1 or 2 min delay before applying the vacuum is recommended. Hold or reduce vacuum
if foaming occurs. Apply maximum vacuum when foaming stops.)
15. This condition maintained for 15 1 min? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
16. Distillation flask removed and wiped clean of oil? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
17. Asphalt poured (or drained) into proper size container? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 54
APPARATUS FOR PREPARING AND DETERMINING THE DENSITY

OF HOT MIX ASPHALT(HMA) SPECIMENS
BY MEANS OF THE SHRP GYRATORY COMPACTOR
1.
AASHTO TP4
Gyratory Compactor
(a) Manufacturer: _________________________________________________
(b) Capable of applying a pressure of 600 18 kPa? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(c) Capable of applying an angle of 1.25 0.02 degrees (22.00 0.35 mrad)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(d) Gyrates specimen molds at 30.0 0.5 r/min? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(e) Records height of specimen to 0.1 mm during compaction once per gyration
(if density is monitored during compaction)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Molds
(a) Inside diameter of molds 149.90 to 150.00 mm? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ____
(b) At least 250 mm high? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ____
(c) Walls at least 7.5 mm thick? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ____
3.
Ram and base plate faces ground flat? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ____

Each face has a diameter of 149.50 to 149.75 mm? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ____
4.
Balance - G5 balance (readable to 1 g)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ____
5.
Oven - thermostatically controlled to 3C? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ____
6.
Thermometers - armored, glass or dial-type with metal stems? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ____
7.
Standardization
Have the calibrations of the following items been periodically verified?
(Observe the laboratory perform the following verifications)
Ram pressure? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Angle of gyration? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gyration frequency? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
LVDT (or other device to continuously record height)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99
HMA - 55
DETERMINING DENSITY OF HOT MIX ASPHALT (HMA)

SPECIMENS BY MEANS OF THE
SHRP GYRATORY COMPACTOR
AASHTO TP4
Preparation of Apparatus
(1) Main power for compactor turned on for manufacturers required warmup period? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ____
(2) Angle, pressure and number of gyrations set? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ____
(3) Bearing surfaces, rotating base surface, and rollers lubricated? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ____
or
Preparation of Mixtures
(1) Aggregate fractions weighed into separate pan and combined to desired batch weight? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(2) Aggregate and asphalt binder placed in oven and heated to required mixing temperature? . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(3) Mixing and compacting temps. determined from a temperature-viscosity chart determined from
AASHTO TP48 (ASTM D4402)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(4) Mixing temperature based on viscosity of approximately 0.17 0.02 Pa#s and compaction temperature
based on viscosity of approximately 0.28 0.03 Pa#s? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(5) Mixing bowl charged with heated aggregate and thoroughly dry-mixed? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(6) Crater formed in aggregate and asphalt binder added? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(7) Aggregate and asphalt mixed quickly and thoroughly? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(8) Mix placed in shallow, flat pan and aged in accordance with the short-term aging procedure in PP2
2 hours 5 minutes at compaction temperature 3C (Volumetric Design)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4 hours 5 minutes at 135 3C (Mechanical Property Testing)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(9) Mixture stirred every 60 5 minutes to maintain uniform aging? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(10) Mix removed from oven and immediately compacted? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(11) If compaction temp. is not 135C, mix then placed in another oven for maximum of
30 min and brought to compaction temp.? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(12) Mold and base plate heated for 30 to 60 min in an oven at the required compaction temp.? . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Plant mix - Loose mix brought to compaction temperature by uniform heating immediately prior to molding.
Compaction Procedure
(1) Mold, base plate and upper plate (if required) removed from oven
and paper disk placed on bottom of mold? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(2) Mixture placed into mold in one lift, mix leveled, and paper disk and upper plate (if required)
placed on top of material? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(3) Mold loaded into compactor and a pressure of 600 18 kPa applied? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(4) Angle of 1.25 0.02 (22 0.35 mrad) applied to the mold assembly and
gyratory compaction started? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(5) Compactor shuts off when 75, 115, 160, or 205 gyrations are reached? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(6) No leveling off load applied (dwell gyrations or square load)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(7) Mold removed and specimen extruded? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(8) Paper disks removed? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(9) If specimens are used for determination of volumetric properties, are the heights
of the specimens 115 5 mm? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Monitoring Density During Compaction (if done)
(1) Maximum specific gravity (T209) determined on companion sample aged to same extent? . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(2) Height recorded to nearest 0.1 mm after each revolution? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(3) Bulk specific gravity (T166) of extruded specimen determined? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(4) Corrected relative density calculated? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(5) Corrected relative density expressed as percent of maximum theoretical gravity? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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REMARKS:
OSA.F34
Date: ____________________
12/99

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HOT MIX ASPHALT (HMA) INDEX

MECH. ANALYSIS OF EXTRACTED AGG.

MOISTURE CONTENT OF HMA

BULK SPECIFIC GRAVITY

MAXIMUM SPECIFIC GRAVITY

CALIFORNIA KNEADING COMPACTOR

PERCENT AIR VOIDS

BULK SP GR OF PARAFFIN SPECIMENS

ASPHALT CONTENT BY NUCLEAR METHOD

ASPHALT CONTENT OF HMA BY IGNITION

Assessment No: ____________________ Assessor: ___________