Bitumen CSS-1H

Bitumen emulsion CSS-1H is a cationic slow-setting high-viscosity (CSS) emulsion used primarily in road construction and maintenance.

Appearance: Black solid or a viscous liquid
Standards: ASTM D2397 or AASHTO M208
HS Code: 27150090

Package: Bitumen are packed in

New Steel Drums of 200Kg
Reconditioned Steel Drums of 200Kg
IBC Tank of 1 Metric Ton

Cationic Emulsion Bitumen CSS-1H (ASTM D2397 or AASHTO M208) - Technical Specifications

Properties	Units	Limits	Test Methods
Viscosity, Saybolt Furol at 25°C	SFS	20-100	ASTM D88
Storage Stability Test, 24-h	%	Max. 1.0	ASTM D244
Demulsibility (35 ml of 0.02 N CaCl2)	%	-	ASTM D244
Particle Charge Test	-	Positive	ASTM D224
Sieve Test	%	Max. 0.10	ASTM D244
Cement mixing test	%	Max. 2.0	ASTM D244
Distillation:
Residue by Distillation	%	Min. 57	ASTM D244
TEST ON RESIDUE FROM DISTILLATION:
Ductility at 25°C	CM	Min. 40	ASTM D-113
Penetration, 25°C, 100g, 5s	CM	40-90	ASTM D5
Solubility in Trichloroethylene	% Wt	Min. 97.5	ASTM D-2042

Main Applications Of Cationic Emulsion Bitumen CSS-1H

Bitumen emulsion CSS-1H is widely used in road construction and maintenance due to its cationic, slow-setting, and high-viscosity properties. Here are the main applications of CSS-1H:

Tack Coats: Serves as an adhesive layer between new and existing asphalt surfaces. Its high viscosity and slow-setting characteristics ensure excellent penetration and bonding, preventing slippage.
Prime Coats: Applied over granular base layers to prepare them for asphalt paving. The high viscosity promotes deep penetration and stabilization of the base, enhancing adhesion for subsequent layers.
Fog Seals: Used for fog sealing aging asphalt surfaces. The thick emulsion rejuvenates the pavement, sealing small cracks and preventing oxidation while providing a durable protective layer.
Slurry Seals and Micro-Surfacing: Incorporated in slurry seal and micro-surfacing mixtures to create a durable thin overlay. The high viscosity allows for effective mixing with fine aggregates, improving surface texture and longevity.
Soil Stabilization: Employed in soil stabilization projects, where it binds fine soil particles to enhance the strength and durability of the substrate, making it suitable for road construction.
Cold Mix Asphalt: Used in producing cold mix asphalt, providing a strong binder for aggregates at ambient temperatures, ideal for repairs and maintenance.
Dust Control: Sprayed on unpaved roads and construction sites to control dust. The high viscosity helps bind dust particles effectively, reducing airborne dust and improving surface stability.
Base Layer Treatments: Can be applied to treat base layers in construction, enhancing their strength and moisture resistance, which is crucial for overall road performance.

Bitumen Emulsion CSS-1H's unique properties make it particularly suited for applications requiring stronger bonding and thicker applications, contributing to the longevity and durability of road surfaces.

Various Packing Method for Cationic Emulsion Bitumen CSS-1H

Packing emulsion bitumen is an essential process to ensure its safe transportation, storage, and handling. The method of packing often depends on the type of emulsion bitumen, the transportation method, and the end-use. Here are the various methods used to pack emulsion bitumen:

Steel Drum Packing

Emulsion Bitumen is commonly packed in new or re-conditioned steel drums, which are robust and provide good protection during transportation.

Drum Specification

Tare Weight	16±0.5Kg
Net Weight	200±5Kg
Gross Weight	216±5Kg

Loadability in Containers

	No. of Drums	Net Weight
In 20Ft Contianer
with Pallet	80	~16.0 Ton
without Pallet	80	~16.0 Ton
In 40Ft Contianer
with Pallet	132	~26.4 Ton
without Pallet	132	~26.4 Ton

IBC Tank Packing

Emulsion Bitumen is commonly packed in new IBC tank or re-conditioned IBC tank, which are robust and provide good protection during transportation.

IBC Tank Specification

Tare Weight	65±3Kg
Net Weight	1000±50Kg
Gross Weight	1065±50Kg

Loadability in Containers

	No. of Tanks	Net Weight
In 20Ft Container	20	~20.0 Ton
In 40Ft Container	26	~26.0 Ton