SC-30 Cutback Bitumen

Bitumen Cutback Slow Curing SC-30 Supplier and Exporter

Brazil Bitumen, by Tiger Bitumen, is a trusted supplier and exporter of Premium SC-30 Cutback Bitumen for road construction, pavement maintenance, and infrastructure projects. Manufactured to international quality standards, SC-30 is a slow-curing cutback bitumen that provides excellent penetration, reliable adhesion, and consistent performance for prime coating and surface preparation applications.

SC-30 Cutback Bitumen is widely used for prime coats, road maintenance, asphalt paving, and other pavement preservation projects where slow curing enhances bonding with granular base materials. Brazil Bitumen supplies premium SC-30 Bitumen with competitive pricing, flexible packaging, dependable worldwide export, and professional technical support to meet the requirements of contractors and infrastructure developers.

Cutback Bitumen SC-30 Specifications

Slow Curing SC-30 Bitumen Cutback
Property Min Max Test Method
KINEMATIC VISCOSITY AT 60°C mm^2/s 30 60 ASTM D2170
FLASH POINT (TAG OPEN-CUP),°C 60 ASTM D3143
DISTILLATE TEST: DISTILLATE, VOLUME PERCENT OF TOTAL DISTILLATE AT 360°C:
TOTAL DISTILLATION UP TO 360°C, VOLUME% 10 45 ASTM D402
SOLUBILITY IN TRICHLOROETHYLENE,% 99 ASTM D2042
VISCOSITY AT 60°C 250 5000 ASTM D2171
TEST ON RESIDUE FROM DISTILLATION:
PENETRATION AT 100% 50 ASTM D5
DUCTILITY AT 25°C 100 ASTM D113

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Frequently Asked Questions

SC-30 Cutback Bitumen FAQs

What is SC-30 Cutback Bitumen?

SC-30 Cutback Bitumen is a slow-curing liquid bitumen produced by blending penetration-grade bitumen with a petroleum solvent. It has low viscosity, making it suitable for prime coating, road preparation, and dust control applications. After application, the solvent evaporates, leaving a durable bitumen film.

What is SC-30 Cutback Bitumen mainly used for?

SC-30 Cutback Bitumen is commonly used as a prime coat on granular road bases before asphalt paving. It helps strengthen the bond between the base layer and asphalt surface while improving moisture resistance and pavement durability.

Why is SC-30 called a slow-curing cutback bitumen?

SC-30 is classified as a slow-curing cutback because it contains slow-evaporating petroleum oils. This allows the bitumen to penetrate deeply into the base material before hardening, providing better adhesion and long-lasting performance.

Is SC-30 Cutback Bitumen suitable for Brazil's climate?

Yes. SC-30 Cutback Bitumen performs well in many regions of Brazil, especially where proper penetration into road bases is required. It is widely used in highway construction, municipal roads, rural infrastructure, and maintenance projects.

What are the advantages of using SC-30 Cutback Bitumen?

SC-30 offers excellent penetration, easy application, improved bonding, reduced dust generation, and enhanced pavement life. It also helps prepare road surfaces for asphalt overlays by creating a strong and stable foundation.

How should SC-30 Cutback Bitumen be stored?

SC-30 should be stored in tightly sealed containers or tanks away from direct sunlight, open flames, and ignition sources. Proper ventilation and safe handling practices should always be followed because it contains flammable solvents.

Can SC-30 Cutback Bitumen be used without heating?

Yes. One of the main benefits of SC-30 Cutback Bitumen is that it can usually be applied at ambient temperatures, reducing heating requirements and making construction operations faster and more efficient.

What industries commonly use SC-30 Cutback Bitumen?

SC-30 is widely used by road construction companies, highway contractors, infrastructure developers, airport projects, municipal authorities, and pavement maintenance contractors requiring reliable prime coat materials.

How can I choose a reliable SC-30 Cutback Bitumen supplier in Brazil?

Choose a supplier that provides consistent product quality, international export standards, technical documentation, quality inspection reports, and secure packaging. Reliable suppliers also ensure timely delivery for road construction projects across Brazil.

Why choose Tiger Bitumen for SC-30 Cutback Bitumen?

Tiger Bitumen supplies premium-quality SC-30 Cutback Bitumen manufactured to international quality standards. We provide reliable export services, professional technical support, secure packaging, and timely deliveries to customers throughout Brazil and global markets.