Nycander - EN 12697-1

EN 12697-1

Norm:	EN 12697-1, Bituminous mixtures, Hot mix asphalt
Scope:	This method is used for quality control purposes during the production of plant mix and for checking compliance with a product specification.
Principal	The test method for determining the binder content of a test portion of bituminous mixture, prepared acc with clause 4 normally comprises of the following basic operations; a) Binder extraction by dissolving in a hot or cold solvent b) Separation of mineral matter from binder solution c) Determination of binder quantity by difference or binder recovery; d) Calculation of soluble binder content
Equipment:	Asfaltanalysator, Centrifuge