Mixing natural Asphalt in Bitumen Blending
Read more ...General Description of Gilsonite or "natural Asphalt" Mixing Process
Read more ...SGS OF GILSONITE
BILL OF LADING
Typical Properties | |
Softening Point (ASTM E28-92) | 159-182°C 320-360°F |
Ash (ASTM D271-70 M) | 6% 10.0% Max. Guaranteed |
Moisture (AGC Method) | 0.3% 0.5% Max. Guaranteed |
Penetration (25ºC, 100 gm, 5 sec.) | 0 |
Color in Mass | Black |
Flash Point (COC) | 316ºC; 600ºF |
Sulfur | 0.30% |
Specific Gravity | 1.05 |
Fixed Carbon | 18% |
BTU per pound | 16,000-18,000 |
Volatile Combustible Matter at 1900ºF, ASTM D271-4 | 75-81% |
Lustrous Carbon Content | 25-35% |
Coking Value | 20-25% |
Typical Elemental Analysis, Weight % | |
Carbon | 77.00% |
Hydrogen | 9.00% |
Nitrogen | 3.20% |
Oxygen | 2.00% |
Silicon, Nickel, & Trace Elements | 5.00% |
Typical Particle Sizing | |
% Retained (Cumulative) | |
Small Lump | |
+ 4 mesh | 0.2 |
+ 10 mesh | 3 |
+ 30 mesh | -- |
PRODUCT APPLICATION FOR GPA GRADE GILSONITE, "Natural asphalt, Natural Bitumen" :
Gilsonite CH-109P Grade is an excellent binder that will increase the carbon content of metal alloys.
PACKAGING:
Gilsonite GPA Grade is available in 50 lb. and 25 kilo net multi-ply paper bags which may be palletized and stretch wrapped. It is also available in bulk loaded trucks and a variety of bulk bag sizes.
HEALTH & SAFETY:
Gilsonite, "Natural asphalt, Natural Bitumen", is a naturally occurring hydrocarbon. There is no known history of dermatitis, lung disease or other health problems associated with handling of Gilsonite as supplied. Dusts are subject to combustion. Normal precautions used with flammable materials apply.