Standard Specification for Wax-Modified Asphalt Used in Roofing
STANDARD published on 1.6.2023
Designation standards: ASTM D8051/D8051M-16(2023)
Publication date standards: 1.6.2023
The number of pages: 2
Approximate weight : 6 g (0.01 lbs)
Country: American technical standard
Category: Technical standards ASTM
This specification establishes the manufacturing process and physical requirements for wax-modified asphaltic products intended for built-up roof construction, construction of bituminous vapor retarder systems, adhering fleece-backed single-ply roof membranes, and adhering insulation boards used in various types of roof systems. The base asphalt shall be prepared from lightly oxidized petroleum asphalt, and the wax-modified asphalt shall incorporate one or more high melt-point synthetic waxes. Furthermore, the products shall be homogeneous and free of water.
Keywords:
asphalt, built-up roof, equiviscous temperature, roofing, softening point, synthetic wax, wax-modified asphalt,, ICS Number Code 91.100.50 (Binders. Sealing materials)