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AIM:-
This test method covers the determination of asphalt content of hot-mix asphalt (HMA)
paving mixtures and pavement samples by removing the asphalt cement at 540°C by ignition
in a furnace as per ASTM D6307.
SALIENT FEATURES:-
The Asphalt Content/Binder Furnace with internal automatic balance is an
environmentally-friendly and cost-effective method for the accurate determination
of asphalt content.
Ignition method reduces testing time compared to solvent testing methods and
automatic operation frees technicians for other tasks.
High precision apparatus combining a ignition oven to a continuous weighing system
to monitor the weight decrease of the asphalt sample and automatically, to
determine, at the test end, the binder content and percentage .
Full automatic test cycle with simultaneous display o f all test parameters, including
weight loss and % High efficiency heating system .
Accurate internal balance monitors weights automatically throughout ign ition.
Easy operational procedure - Simply enters sample weight, calibration factor, load
the sample, and push start button. When unit beeps at test end, push stop and sign
receipt.
Ignition Furnace Complies with ASTM D6307 -98.
Programmable Logic controller One only CPU card controls both test data display,
temperature, database and internal functions .
Supplied complete with one sample tray, fork to catch pan, cooling cage Data stored
system Operational manual
Technical SPECIFICATION:-
Max weight of specimen : 4500 gms
Commendatory weight of specimen : 1000-1500 gms
Capacity of balance : 9 kg
Precision of balance : 0.1 gms
Chamber dimensions : 350 x 440 x 350 mm
Max working temperature of chamber : 800 °C
Standard working temperature : 538 °C with tern compensating
Testing Time : 45-60 minutes
Power supply : 220 Volt, ± 10%, 50 Hz, AC Supply
Current draw : 32 amps max
Safety features
1) Automatic door lock during the test, even in case of power interruption
2) Automatic monitoring of closed door before test start