ASTM D113−07 Standard Test Method for Ductility of Bituminous Materials

ASTM D113−07 Standard Test Method for Ductility of Bituminous Materials

Scope
1.1 This test method describes the procedure for determining the ductility of a bituminous material measured by

the distance to which it will elongate before breaking when two ends of a briquet specimen of the material, of the

form described in Section 4, are pulled apart at a specified speed and at a specified temperature.

Unless otherwise specified, the test shall be made at a temperature of 25 6 0.5°C and with a speed of 5 cm/min 6

5.0 %. At other temperatures the speed should be specified.

1.2 Because of the large number of methods for obtaining test samples, it is impractical to discuss specific

products in this test method. Refer to individual product specifications for guidance in obtaining a test sample.

1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. Values in parenthesis in inch-pound units

are provided for informational purposes only.

1.4 Warning—Mercury has been designated by EPA and many state agencies as a hazardous material that can

cause central nervous system, kidney and liver damage.

ASTM D113−07 Standard Test Method for Ductility of Bituminous Materials

Significance and Use

3.1 This test method provides one measure of tensile properties of bituminous materials and may be used to

measure ductility for specification requirements.