The softness of bitumen depends, amongst other factors, on the temperature of the substance, where, as the temperature is raised, the softness of the bitumen increases.
The apparatus is used for determining softening point of bituminous materials by ring and ball method.
Analog Model Ring and Ball Test Set is supplied complete with;
• 1 pcs Analog Hotplate with Magnetic Stirrer
• 2 pcs steel balls (9.5 mm dia)
• 1 pcs Frame (thermometer and ring holder, ball centering guide and bottom plate)
• 2 pcs brass rings (ASTM or EN (It must be specified at the time of order.))
• 1 pcs 600 ml glass beaker
• 1 pcs 110 °C thermometer
Dijital Model Ring and Ball Test Set is supplied complete with;
• 1 pcs Digital Hotplate with Digital Magnetic Stirrer (with Immersion type temperature sensor with it`s holder and a stirring bar)
• 2 pcs steel balls (9.5 mm dia)
• 1 pcs Frame (thermometer and ring holder, ball centering guide and bottom plate)
• 2 pcs brass rings (ASTM or EN (It must be specified at the time of order.))
• 1 pcs 800 ml glass griffin beaker
• 1 pcs 110 °C thermometer
ASTM 15C(-2 +80°C) and ASTM 16C(30 +200°C) Thermometer and Pouring Plate should be ordered separately.
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