This test method quantifies the tensile force needed to remove a pullout stub adhered to a solid substrate with asphalt binder. Samples are prepared at controlled environmental (i.e.@ temperature and humidity) and moisture conditions. After conditioning@ a pneumatic load is applied to a pullout stub using an ASTM D 4541 Type IV adhesion tester until failure. The pullout tension at failure is used to describe the adhesive properties of the asphalt binder and compatibility between aggregates and asphalt binders. The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. This test may involve hazardous materials@ operations@ and equipment. This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
TP 91-2011 history
2015TP 91-2015 Standard Method of Test for Determining Asphalt Binder Bond Strength by Means of the Binder Bond Strength (BBS) Test
2011TP 91-2011 Standard Method of Test for Determining Asphalt Binder Bond Strength by Means of the Asphalt Bond Strength (ABS) Test