RoadChem™ 401® Chip Seal Paste Tack, Prime Coats Mixing Grade

RoadChem™ 401® Chip Seal Paste Tack, Prime Coats Mixing Grade

VSS ASPHALT TECHNOLOGIES DATA SHEET VER: 1.0 --PRODUCT INFORMATION

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DESCRIPTION:
RoadChem™ 401® is a cationic 100% active emulsifier for the manufacture of asphalt emulsions. RoadChem™ 401 contains a special additive for emulsifying difficult asphalts, including parraffinic, high asphaltene and low penetration asphalts (40/60).

BENEFITS:

Excellent adhesion to most aggregate types including acidic and basic aggregates.
High binder content

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES:
Appearance: Soft amber paste (liquid above 40C)
Boiling Point: >250C
Pour Point (C): 25-30
Flash point (Closed Cup): (C) > 170
Specific gravity: 25C 0.841-0.85 kg/It
Storage life: Min 12 months in drums or bulk

APPLICATION:
RoadChem™ 401 â is designed specifically for CRS-1, CRS-2 and Very High Binder (80%) emulsions. It may also be used for mixing grade CMS.

TYPICAL FORMULATION:
All formulations should be tested in the laboratory before use.

Rapid Set: (by weight)
Asphalt: 60-70%
Soap (based on total emulsion:
RoadChem™ 401: 0.18-0.5%
Concentrated HCI (pure): to pH 1.8-2.8 Calcium Chloride: 0.1%
Kerosene: 0-2%
Water: to 100%

Mixing Grade:
Asphalt: 60-65%
Soap (based on total emulsion:
RoadChem™ 401®: 0.5-1.0%
Concentrated HCI (pure): to pH 2.5-3.5 Calcium Chloride: 0.1%
Kerosene: 3-12%
Water: to 100%

SAFETY:
Contains alkaline corrosive materials. Will cause eye and skin irritation if significant contact is made. Use goggles, gloves and protective clothing when handling. Refer to the MSDS for further information.

Valley Slurry Seal Company, PO Box 981330, West Sacramento, CA 95798, USA.
Phone (916) 373-1500 Fax: (916) 373-1438 Email: vss@slurry.com

Information given herein is given in good faith, without warranty, representation or inducement or license of any kind. VSS does not assume any legal responsibility for reliance upon same. VSS is not responsible for materials not manufactured by VSS that may represent a hazard in handling or use, nor for the safety of any process employing any VSS product. No representation is given as to freedom from patent restriction.
Dec 1998