This European Standard describes a test method for the determination of reference densities of bituminous
mixtures. These densities are obtained on specimens compacted by three alternative compactors at specified
compaction energies in accordance with prEN 12697-30, prEN 12697-31 and prEN 12697-32 for the impact,
gyratory and vibratory compactors respectively.
This European Standard is applicable to bituminous mixtures made up in the laboratory and those resulting from
work site operations, with D dependent upon the compaction method and not >31,5 mm.
BS EN 12697-9:2002 history
2002BS EN 12697-9:2002 Bituminous mixtures - Test methods for hot mix asphalt - Determination of the reference density