PP 60-2013
Standard Practice for Preparation of Cylindrical Performance Test Specimens Using the Superpave Gyratory Compactor (SGC)

Standard No.

PP 60-2013

Release Date

2013

Published By

AASHTO - American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials

Status

Be replaced 2017-09

Replace By

PP 60-2014

Latest

PP 60-2014

Scope

This practice covers the use of a Superpave gyratory compactor (SGC) to prepare 100-mm diameter by 150-mm tall cylindrical test specimens for use in a variety of axial compression and tension performance tests. This practice is intended for dense-@ gap-@ and open-graded asphalt mixtures with nominal maximum aggregate sizes up to 37.5 mm. This standard may involve hazardous materials@ operations@ and equipment. This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

PP 60-2013 history

• 2014 PP 60-2014 Standard Practice for Preparation of Cylindrical Performance Test Specimens Using the Superpave Gyratory Compactor (SGC)
• 2013 PP 60-2013 Standard Practice for Preparation of Cylindrical Performance Test Specimens Using the Superpave Gyratory Compactor (SGC)
• 2009 PP 60-2009 Standard Practice for Preparation of Cylindrical Performance Test Specimens Using the Superpave Gyratory Compactor (SGC)