RoadChem™ 412®

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

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DESCRIPTION:
RoadChem™ 412
® is a 100% active mixing grade and cationic rapid set emulsifier that is highly efficient in emulsifying a range of asphalts. RoadChem™ 412® is easy to make into a soap solution and makes emulsions of medium to low viscosity. It is particularly useful in controlling viscosity in high binder emulsions. It may also be used for cold mixes, if formulated correctly. It may also be used for medium setting emulsions. RoadChem™ 412® is excellent in coating of almost all aggregates.


BENEFITS:

  • Rapid set and medium set
  • Difficult bitumens may be used.
  • Excellent adhesion
  • Good stability
  • Viscosity control in high binder emulsions


PHYSICAL PROPERTIES:
Appearance: amber liquid (>25C)
Boiling point: >250C
Flash point: >93C
Specific gravity: 0.87@ (25C)
Viscosity: 6 8 cSt @ 140F (60C)
Storage: Store in a cool dry place, do not let the temperature exceed 120F (50C). Use open drums first.
Storage life: 12 months minimum (if stored correctly).
Packaging: Supplied in steel drums (200 kg) or in bulk.


APPLICATION:

RoadChem™ 412® is an emulsifier of the fatty diamine type.
RoadChem™ 412® is designed for use in CRS 1, CRS 2 and high binder content emulsions. It may also be used for mixing grade emulsions.

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

RAPID SET:
Soap solution:
RoadChem™ 412®: 0.2 - 0.25%
Calcium Chloride: 0.1%
Hydrochloric to pH: 1.8 - 2.8%
Kerosene: 0% - 2%

Water: Adjust to 100%
Asphalt: 60 - 75%

MIXING GRADE:
Soap solution:
RoadChem™ 412® 0.4 - 0.8%
Calcium Chloride: 0.1%
Hydrochloric to pH: 2.5 - 3.5
Kerosene: 3% - 12%

Water: Adjust to 100%
Asphalt: 60 - 65%

SAFETY:
A Material Safety Data Sheet is available for this product. Always read the safety data sheet for any chemical prior to use.


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.

 

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