VG-20 Bitumen

Overview:

VG-20 is a medium-soft grade of bitumen suitable for areas with moderately cold climates. It provides a balance of flexibility and strength, ensuring durability under light to medium traffic.

Key Features:

• Medium viscosity, versatile usage

• Strong bonding with aggregates

• Better resistance to weathering compared to VG-10

• Provides longer service life for roads

Applications:

• Used in hilly and moderate climate regions

• Suitable for asphalt concrete and surface dressing

• Works well in low to medium traffic areas

Technical Advantage:

VG-20 is a preferred choice in northern and northeastern India, where winters are cold but summers are moderate, ensuring year-round road performance.

🔎 Quick Explanation of Terms

• Viscosity → Thickness of bitumen (flow resistance).

• Penetration → Hardness/softness of bitumen (higher = softer).

• Softening Point → Temperature at which bitumen starts to soften.

• Ductility → Ability to stretch without breaking (shows flexibility).

• Flash Point → Safety test; temperature at which bitumen gives off vapors that can ignite.

• Solubility → Purity of bitumen (should be ≥ 99%).