Samples obtained in accordance with the procedure given in this practice may be used to measure pavement thickness, density, resilient or dynamic modulus, tensile strength, Marshall or Hveem stability, or for extraction testing, to determine asphalt content, asphalt properties and mix gradation.

1. Scope

1.1 This practice describes a procedure for removal of a sample of compacted bituminous mixture from a pavement for laboratory testing.

1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.

1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

2. Referenced Documents (purchase separately) The documents listed below are referenced within the subject standard but are not provided as part of the standard.

ASTM Standards

D3665 Practice for Random Sampling of Construction Materials

Keywords

bituminous; compacted; coring bituminous pavement; equipment for sampling bituminous pavement; pavement sampling; sawing bituminous pavement;

ICS Code

ICS Number Code 75.140 (Waxes, bituminous materials and other petroleum products)

Citing ASTM Standards

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