PMB 120

RoadStar PMB 120 is manufactured according to IS : 15462-2004, I.R.C : 53-2004/IRC : 53 – 2010 specifications which helps in building higher resistance to deformation at high temperature, provides improved Aging Resistance and Adhesion between Aggregate and Binder, Higher Fatigue Life of Mixes, Delay in Thermal / Reflective Cracking, Improved Temperature Susceptibility and Over all Extended Pavement Life. RoadStar PMB 120 application provides increase in elastic recovery ensuring protection against cold climatic conditions.

Technical Specification Table

RoadStar PMB As Per IS : 15462-2004, and IRC : 53-2004 / IRC : 53-2010

Sr. No Designation Requirements Test Method
1 Penetration at 25 °C 90-150 IS 1203 – 1978
2 Softening point, ( R & B ), C Min. 50 IS 1205 – 1978
3 Elastic recovery of half thread in Ductilometer at 15 °C, % Min. 70 IS 15462 – 2004
4 Flash point °C Min. 220 IS 1209 – 1978
5 Separation difference insoftening point, ( R & B ) °C Max. 3 IS 15462 – 2004
Thin Film Oven Test (TFOT) on residue
(a) Reduction in Penetration of residue at 25 °C, Min. % of original 35 IS 1203 – 1978
(b) Increase in softening point, °C Max. 7 IS 1205 – 1978
(c) Elastic recovery of half thread in Ductilometer at 25 °C, % Min. 50 IS 15462 – 2004

Specific Applications

RoadStar PMB 120 is ideal to be used in Surface dressing, Wearing course, Base Course, Stress absorbing membranes (crack sealing), Thin Overlays, as Bond Coats, to improve durability in Remote Areas, in High Rainfall Areas and High Stress Conditions, where there is risk of High & Low Road Surface Temperatures etc.