This test method is used in the laboratory mix design of bituminous mixtures. Specimens are prepared in accordance with the method and tested for maximum load and flow. Density and voids properties may also be determined on specimens prepared in accordance with the method. The testing section of this method can also be used to obtain maximum load and flow for bituminous paving specimens cored from pavements or prepared by other methods. These results may differ from values obtained on specimens prepared by this test method.

1. Scope

1.1 This test method covers the measurement of the resistance to plastic flow of cylindrical specimens of bituminous paving mixture loaded on the lateral surface by means of the Marshall apparatus. This test method is for use with mixtures containing asphalt cement and aggregate up to 1½ in. (37.5 mm) nominal maximum size.

1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard except for reference to sieve sizes and size of aggregate as measured by testing sieves in which SI units are standard according to Specification E 11. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.

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

C670 Practice for Preparing Precision and Bias Statements for Test Methods for Construction Materials

D2493 Standard Viscosity-Temperature Chart for Asphalts

D6926 Practice for Preparation of Bituminous Specimens Using Marshall Apparatus

D6927 Test Method for Marshall Stability and Flow of Bituminous Mixtures

E11 Specification for Woven Wire Test Sieve Cloth and Test Sieves

AASTHO Standards

Keywords

Bituminous paving mixtures; Compaction flow; Plastic flow resistance; Resistance;

ICS Code

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

Citing ASTM Standards

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