Bitumen 200/300 is the softest penetration grade bitumen, primarily used in extremely cold climates where maximum flexibility and crack resistance are critical. With its very high penetration value and relatively low softening point, this grade ensures exceptional workability, strong adhesion, and durability in pavement applications subject to extreme temperature fluctuations. Produced through the vacuum distillation of carefully selected crude oils, Bitumen 200/300 is a highly reliable binder for road construction in freezing environments.
Bitumen 200/300 is the softest penetration grade bitumen, primarily used in extremely cold climates where maximum flexibility and crack resistance are critical. With its very high penetration value and relatively low softening point, this grade ensures exceptional workability, strong adhesion, and durability in pavement applications subject to extreme temperature fluctuations. Produced through the vacuum distillation of carefully selected crude oils, Bitumen 200/300 is a highly reliable binder for road construction in freezing environments.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Penetration at 25°C | 200 – 300 (0.1 mm) |
| Softening Point (R&B) | 35 – 43 °C |
| Flash Point (COC) | Minimum 220 °C |
| Ductility at 25°C | Minimum 100 cm |
| Specific Gravity at 25°C | Approx. 1.01 g/cm³ |
| Solubility in Trichloroethylene | ≥ 99.5 % |
| Loss on Heating (163°C, 5h) | ≤ 0.2 % |
These properties make Bitumen 200/300 particularly effective in freeze-thaw regions where pavements face high risks of thermal cracking.
• Maximum flexibility: Prevents cracks in asphalt pavements under very low temperatures.
• Superior workability: Facilitates mixing and compaction in asphalt production.
• High adhesion: Provides strong bonding with aggregates for long-lasting durability.
• Low stiffness: Reduces thermal stress and improves resistance to cracking.
• Good weather resistance: Maintains performance under long-term environmental exposure.
• Road construction in Arctic and extremely cold regions: Ideal for highways, urban, and rural roads.
• Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA): Ensures flexibility and performance in freezing climates.
• Airport pavements and runways: Suitable for medium-traffic surfaces in cold conditions.
• Industrial pavements: Used in areas requiring durable and flexible asphalt layers.
• Infrastructure projects in freeze-thaw zones: Protects pavements from cracking and structural failure.
Bitumen 200/300 is supplied in:
• New steel drums (200 kg net)
• Jumbo bags (1 MT)
• Bulk shipments for large-scale export projects
• Store in dry, covered warehouses away from moisture and direct sunlight.
• Avoid heating above 200°C to prevent product degradation.
• Use proper PPE (gloves, goggles, protective clothing) when handling hot bitumen.
• Comply with international safety and transport standards
