VG 30 bitumen is a popular grade of bitumen in India. Indian importers prefer this type of bitumen because its performance in Indian road construction is proved. VG 30 grade bitumen is also used for plastic roads in India.
Because of having good thermal susceptibility, we use VG30 in areas that have a higher temperature. VG-30 bitumen is also suitable for use in hot and rainy weather conditions instead of bitumen penetration grades. The more viscose the bitumen, the fewer the chance of being affected by water.
Specification of penetration bitumen 30
| Characteristic | Test Method | Value |
| Absolute Viscosity @60°C (Poise) | ASTM D2171 | 2400 min |
| Kinematic Viscosity @ 135°C (cSt) | ASTM D2170 | 350 min |
| Penetration @25°C (dmm) | ASTM D5 | 45 min |
| Softening Point (R & B) (°C) | ASTM D92 | 47 min |
| Solubility in Trichloroethylene (%wt) | ASTM D2042 | 99 min |
| Flash Point DEG (°C) | ASTM D92 | 230 min |
| AFTER HIN OVEN TEST (TOFT) ASTM D1754 | ||
| Viscosity Ratio @60°C | ASTM D 2172 | 4 max |
| Ductility @25°C (cm) | ASTM D 311 | 40 min |