This European Standard specifies test methods for determining the maximum density of a bituminous mixture (voidless mass). It specifies a volumetric procedure, a hydrostatic procedure and a mathematical procedure.
The test methods described are intended for use with loose bituminous materials containing paving grade
bitumens, modified binders or other bituminous binders used for hot mix asphalt. The tests are suitable for both fresh or aged bituminous materials.
NOTE 1 Samples may be supplied as loose material or as compacted material; the latter should be separated first.
NOTE 2 General guidance on selection of a test procedure to determine the maximum density of a bituminous mixture is given in Annex A.
BS EN 12697-5:2009 Referenced Document
EN 1097-6 Tests for mechanical and physical properties of aggregates - Part 6: Determination of particle density and water absorption*， 2022-02-23 Update
EN 12697-1 Bituminous mixtures - Test methods for hot mix asphalt - Part 1: Soluble binder content*， 2012-06-01 Update
EN ISO 3838 Crude petroleum and liquid or solid petroleum products - Determination of density or relative density - Capillary-stoppered pyknometer and graduated bicapillary pyknometer methods - Amendment 1 (ISO 3838:2004/Amd 1:2023)*， 2023-12-13 Update
BS EN 12697-5:2009 history
2018BS EN 12697-5:2018 Bituminous mixtures. Test methods. Determination of the maximum density
2010BS EN 12697-5:2010 Bituminous mixtures. Test methods for hot mix asphalt. Determination of the maximum density
2010BS EN 12697-5:2009 Bituminous mixtures - Test methods for hot mix asphalt - Determination of the maximum density
2002BS EN 12697-5:2002 Bituminous mixtures - Test methods for hot mix asphalt - Determination of the maximum density