ASTM D7643-10

The continuous grading temperatures and continuous grade are used for informational purposes only and are not used for the sale or purchase of asphalt binders. The continuous grading temperatures and continuous grade may be used for forensic or research studies and when producing, blending, modifying, or otherwise evaluating asphalt binders. This guide is applicable to Specification D6373, Tables 1 and 2.

1.1 This practice is used to determine the continuous grading temperatures and continuous grade for an asphalt binder graded in accordance with the specification criteria specified in D6373, Standard Specification for Performance Graded Asphalt Binders.

1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard.

1.3 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.