ASTM D3461-97(2012)
Standard Test Method for Softening Point of Asphalt and Pitch (Mettler Cup-and-Ball Method)

Standard No.
ASTM D3461-97(2012)
Release Date
1997
Published By
American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)
Status
Replace By
ASTM D3461-14
Latest
ASTM D3461-18
Scope
1.1 This test method covers the determination of the softening point of asphalt and pitch in the range from 50 to 180??C by the cup-and-ball apparatus, and gives results comparable to those obtained by Test Method D36.

Note 1???If the softening point of asphalt by this Mettler cup-and-ball method fails to meet specified requirements, tests may be rerun using the Test Method D36 (ring-and-ball) softening point apparatus as a referee method.

1.2 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, 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.

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