Standard Method of Test
for
Kinematic Viscosity of Asphalts (Bitumens)
AASHTO DESIGNATION: T 201-94
AASHTO T 201-94 is identical to ASTM D 2170-92 except for the following provisions
1, All references to ASTM Standard D 92 contained in ASTM D 2170-92 shall be replaced with AASHTO Standard T 48.
2 Replace Section 8.2 of ASTM D 2170-92 with the following:
8.2 Maintain the bath at the test temperature within * 0.06°C (+ 0.10°F). Apply the necessary corections, if any.
to all thermometer readings,
3. Add a last sentence to Section A2.3.3.1 of ASTM D 2170-92 as follows:
“When the sample travels through R and fills bulb A approximately half full, arrest its flow by placing. a stopper in
tube L”
4. Add a last sentence to Section A2.3.3.3 of ASTM D 2170-92 as follows:
“This 15-minute period is part of and not in addition to the equilibration time of A2.3.4."
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