Asphalt Cement
| Appearance | Black or dark brown, solid or semi-solid at room temp |
| Penetration @ 25°C (100g, 5s) | 60 – 100 dmm (varies by grade: AC-10, AC-20, etc.) |
| Softening Point (Ring & Ball) | 45 – 60°C |
| Ductility @ 25°C | > 100 cm |
| Specific Gravity @ 25°C | 1.01 – 1.05 |
| Flash Point (Cleveland Open Cup) | > 230°C |
| Viscosity @ 60°C | 800 – 1600 Poise (depending on asphalt grade) |
| Solubility in Trichloroethylene | ≥ 99% |
| Loss on Heating (wt%) | ≤ 0.2% |
| Water Content | 0% (should be free from water) |
| Ash Content | ≤ 1% |
| Temperature for Mixing | 150 – 165°C |
| Temperature for Compaction | 135 – 155°C |