bituminous compound for water-proofing and caulking purposes

IS 1580 - Scope & Key Specifications for Bituminous Compounds

Scope (Clause 4.2.2)

Covers Grade 1 and Grade 2 bituminous compounds used for sealing and waterproofing with specific physical and chemical requirements.

Key Specifications (Table 1)

Important Test Methods

• Flow Test (Annex A):

  • Bitumen film on 150×100×0.3 mm steel panel, 3 mm thick.
  • No slip indoors at 27±2°C for 5h; max 6 mm slip at 60±1°C for 5h; plastic and adherent at 0°C for 1h.

• Flexibility & Adhesion (Annex B):

  • Film bent over 25 mm rod at 27±2°C without cracking or flaking.

• Consistency (Penetration) (Annex C):

  • Penetration test with 150 g cone for 5 seconds at specified temperature.

Notes

• Testing temperature for flexibility and adhesion is stringent at 10°C.
• Rounding off of test results follows IS 2:1960 rules.

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    A[Bituminous Compound]

IS 1580 - Key Specifications & Test Methods for Bituminous Compounds

Table 1: Requirements for Bituminous Compounds (Grades 1 & 2)

Annex A: Flow Test Summary

• Apply 3 mm thick bitumen film on 150×100×0.3 mm steel panel.
• At 27±2°C (5h vertical): No slip.
• At 60±1°C (5h vertical): Slip ≤ 6 mm.
• After cold treatment (0°C, 1h): Film remains plastic and adherent.

Annex B: Flexibility & Adhesion Test

• Using the same specimen from Annex A.
• Bend film over 25 mm diameter rod at 27±2°C.
• No cracking or flaking allowed.

Annex C: Consistency Test (Penetration)

• Penetration measured by standard penetrometer with 150 g cone.
• Penetration time: 5 seconds.
• Cone dimensions and mass per Fig.1 & Fig.2 (IS 1580).

Additional Notes:

• Rounding off values per IS 2:1960.
• Definitions per IS 334:1982 and IS 4911:1986.

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    A[Prepare test film on steel panel] --> B{Test at 27±2°C for 5h}
    B -->|No slip| C[Test at 60±

IS 1580: Definitions & Key Specifications Summary

• Definitions: As per IS 334:1982 and IS 4911:1986 for bituminous materials and waterproofing terms.

Key Table: Requirements for Bituminous Compounds (Clause 4.2.2)

Annex A: Flow Test Highlights

• Film thickness: 3 mm on 150×100×0.3 mm steel panel.
• No slip at 27±2°C for 5 h vertical.
• Max slip 6 mm at 60±1°C for 5 h.
• Film remains plastic and adherent after 0°C for 1 h.

Annex B: Flexibility & Adhesion Test

• Film bent over 25 mm diameter rod at 27±2°C.
• No cracking or flaking allowed.

Annex C: Consistency Test (Penetration)

• Penetration measured by standard cone under 150 g load for 5 s.
• Penetrometer and cone per IS 1580 Fig.1 & Fig.2.

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    A[Bituminous Compound] --> B{Tests}
    B --> C[Water & Ash Content]
    B --> D[Flow Test]
    B --> E[Flexibility & Adhesion]
    B --> F[Consistency (Penetration)]
    D --> D1[No slip at 27°C]
    D --> D2[Max 6 mm slip at

IS 1580 - Material Grades & Composition for Bituminous Compounds

Grades:

• Grade 1: Semistiff, smooth, homogeneous paste; applied by hand, trowel, spatula, or gun.
• Grade 2: Light consistency, homogeneous paste; applied by putty knife.

Key Specifications (Table 1):

Important Test Summaries:

• Flow Test (Annex A):
  Film (3 mm thick on steel panel) must not slip vertically at 27±2°C (5h) and slip ≤6 mm at 60±1°C (5h). Film remains plastic and adherent after 0°C for 1 hour.

• Flexibility & Adhesion (Annex B):
  Film must not crack or flake when bent over 25 mm diameter rod at 27±2°C after flow test treatments.

• Consistency (Penetration) Test (Annex C):
  Penetration measured by standard penetrometer with 150 g cone applied for 5 seconds.

Summary Diagram: Material Grade & Key Tests

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    A[Bituminous

IS 1580: Clause 4.2.2 — Key Requirements for Bituminous Compounds

Annex Highlights:

• Annex A (Flow Test):

  • Bitumen film (3 mm thick) on 150×100×0.3 mm steel panel.
  • No slip at 27±2°C for 5 hrs vertically.
  • Max slip 6 mm at 60±1°C for 5 hrs.
  • Film remains plastic and adherent after 1 hr at 0°C.

• Annex B (Flexibility & Adhesion):

  • Film bent over 25 mm diameter rod at 27±2°C.
  • No cracking or flaking allowed.

• Annex C (Consistency Test):

  • Penetration measured by standard penetrometer with 150 g cone load for 5 s.
  • Cone mass: 150 ± 0.1 g.

Notes:

• Final test values shall be rounded per IS 2:1960.
• Refer to IS 1211, IS 1217, IS 1209 for detailed test procedures.

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    A[Prepare Bitumen Film] --> B[Flow

IS 1580 Sampling & Testing Key Points

Sampling

• Test specimen mass: Minimum 0.5 kg of material.
• Samples must represent the batch for valid testing.

Rounding Off Results

• Follow IS 2:1960 for rounding.
• Retain the same number of significant figures as specified in the standard.

Key Tests & Specifications (from IS 1580 & related)

Penetration Test (Consistency) - Annex C

• Penetrometer cone mass: 150 ± 0.1 g.
• Penetration depth: Measured to nearest 0.1 mm.
• Load: 150 g applied for 5 seconds.
• Specimen thickness: 3 mm film on steel panel.

Flow Test Procedure (Annex A)

• Prepare a 3 mm thick film on 150×100 mm panel.
• Check slip after 5 h at 27 ± 2°C (no slip).
• Check slip after 5 h at 60 ± 1°C (≤ 6 mm slip).
• Film remains plastic and adherent after 1 h at 0°C.

Flexibility & Adhesion Test (Annex B)

• Use the same specimen as flow test.
• Bend film over 25 mm diameter rod at 27 ± 2°C.
• No cracking or flaking allowed.

IS 1580 Test Methods Summary for Bituminous Compounds

Key Test Methods

Annex A: Flow Test

• Film on 150×100×0.3 mm steel panel, 3 mm thick.
• No slip vertically at 27±2°C for 5 h.
• Max slip 6 mm at 60±1°C for 5 h.
• Film remains plastic & adherent after 1 h at 0°C.

Annex B: Flexibility and Adhesion Test

• Use same specimen from Annex A.
• Bend film over 25 mm diameter rod at 27±2°C.
• No cracking or flaking allowed.

Annex C: Consistency Test (Penetration)

• Penetration measured by standard penetrometer with 150 g cone for 5 s.
• Cone dimensions per Fig. 2; mass 150±0.1 g.
• At least 0.5 kg sample.
• Average 3 readings at 120° apart if penetration < 200.

Penetration Test Setup (Annex C)

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A[Penetrometer] --> B[Standard Cone (150 g)]
B --> C[Sample Surface]
A --> D[Adjustable Horizontal Table]
A --> E[Release & Clamp Mechanism]

**Note

IS 1580: Marking and Packaging Key Points

Marking (Clause 8.1 & 8.2)

Containers shall be marked with:

• Source of manufacture
• Name of material
• Grade of material
• Date of manufacture

Optionally, containers may carry the Standard Mark (Clause 8.2).

Packaging (Clause 4.3)

• Material must be stored in sealed containers.
• Keep in a dry place under cover at normal temperature.
• Material retains properties for minimum 6 months from manufacture date.
• Packing details agreed between manufacturer and purchaser.

Key Table: Requirements for Bituminous Compounds (Clause 4.2.2)

Annex Highlights

• Annex A (Flow Test): Film on steel panel (150×100×0.3 mm, 3 mm thick) should not slip vertically at 27±2°C for 5h; max slip 6 mm at 60±1°C for 5h; remain plastic and adherent at 0°C for 1h.

• Annex B (Flexibility & Adhesion): Film must not crack or flake when bent over 25 mm diameter rod at 27±2°C after flow test treatments.

• Annex C (Consistency Test): Penetration measured by standard pen

IS 1580: Storage and Keeping Quality of Bituminous Compounds

Key Specifications (Clause 4.3 & Table 1)

• Storage: Material in original sealed container, dry place, normal temp.
• Shelf Life: Minimum 6 months retaining specified properties.
• Sampling: As per IS 1201:1978.
• Packing: As agreed between manufacturer and purchaser.

Consistency Test (Annex C)

• Sample temp: 27 ± 2°C.
• Procedure: Fill penetration cup, remove air, immerse in water bath at 27 ± 2°C for 1 hour.
• Penetration test: Use 150 ± 0.1 g cone; penetration after 5 s is recorded in tenths of mm.
• Consistency Requirements:

Additional Tests (Annex A & B)

• Flow Test: No slip on vertical panel at 27 ± 2°C for 5 h; max 6 mm slip at 60 ± 1°C in oven.
• Flexibility & Adhesion: No cracking or flaking when bent over 25 mm rod at 27 ± 2°C.

Penetrometer Cone Details (Annex C)

• Mass: 150 ± 0.1 g.
• Material: Brass or corrosion-resistant steel with hardened steel tip.
• Load duration: 5 seconds.

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    A[Sample Preparation] --> B[Fill Penetration Cup]
    B --> C[Remove Air Pockets]
    C --> D[Immerse in Water Bath 27±2°C, 1h]
    D --> E[Place on Penetrometer Table]
    E --> F[Lower 150g Cone for 5s]
    F --> G[Read Penetration (tenths of mm)]

Summary: Store sealed in dry, normal temp conditions; test consistency via penetration after 1h and 24h at 27±2°C; ensure flow, flexibility, adhesion per Annexes; shelf life minimum 6 months.

IS 1580: Flow Test for Bituminous Compounds (Annex A)

Test Specimen:

• Bitumen film on mild steel panel: 150 mm × 100 mm × 0.3 mm
• Thickness of film: 3 mm

Test Conditions & Requirements:

Summary of Flow Test Procedure:

1. Prepare test film on steel panel.
2. Keep panel vertical indoors at 27 ± 2°C for 5 hours — no slip allowed.
3. Keep panel vertical in oven at 60 ± 1°C for 5 hours — max slip 6 mm.
4. Cool panel at 0°C for 1 hour — film must remain plastic and adherent.

Key Points:

• Ensures bituminous compound's adhesion and plasticity under temperature variations.
• Critical for durability and performance in waterproofing applications.

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    A[Prepare bitumen film on steel panel] --> B[Keep vertical at 27±2°C for 5h]
    B -->|No slip| C[Keep vertical at 60±1°C for 5h]
    C -->|Slip ≤ 6 mm| D[Cool at 0°C for 1h]
    D -->|Film plastic & adherent| E[Test Passed]

For detailed flexibility, adhesion, and consistency tests, refer to Annex B and Annex C of IS 1580.

IS 1580: Flexibility and Adhesion Test Summary

Key Specifications (Table 1, Clause 4.2.2)

¹ Test temperature: 10°C (stringent)

Flexibility and Adhesion Test (Annex B)

• Test Specimen: Use the same film prepared for flow tests (Annex A), applied on a 150 mm × 100 mm × 0.3 mm mild steel panel, thickness 3 mm.
• Procedure:
  • After treatments at 27±2°C, 60±1°C, and 0°C (Annex A), bend the panel double over a 25 mm diameter rod with the film on the outside.
  • Acceptance: No cracking or flaking of the film.

Flow Test (Annex A) - Precursor to Flexibility Test

• Film must not slip when vertical at 27±2°C for 5h.
• Slip ≤ 6 mm at 60±1°C for 5h.
• Film remains plastic and adherent after 0°C for 1h.

Consistency Test (Annex C)

• Penetration test using a 150 g cone for 5 seconds.
• Penetration depth measured to 0.1 mm accuracy.
• Average of 3 readings at 120° apart if penetration < 200.

Summary Diagram

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    A[Prepare Film on Steel Panel] --> B[Flow Test at 27°C & 60°C]
    B --> C[Cold Treatment at 0°C for 1h]
    C --> D[Bend Film over 25mm Rod at 27°C]
    D --> E{Film Cracks or Flakes?}
    E -- No --> F[Pass Flexibility & Adhesion Test]
    E -- Yes --> G[Fail Test]

This test ensures the bituminous compound's durability and adhesion under thermal and mechanical stresses per IS 1580.

IS 1580 Consistency Test Key Points & Specifications

Test Principle:

• Measures penetration of a standard cone into bituminous material under a 150 g load for 5 seconds at 27±2°C.
• Penetration value (consistency) expressed in tenths of mm.

Procedure Summary (Clauses 5.1 & 5.2):

• Fill penetration cup with specimen, remove air pockets.
• Immerse cup in water bath at 27±2°C for 1 hour (or 24 hours for aged sample).
• Place cone tip on surface, release, allow penetration for 5 s.
• Record penetration depth on dial.

Important Specifications (Annex C & Table 1):

Additional Notes on Readings (Clause 5.3):

• If consistency < 200, average 3 readings at 120° apart on same specimen.
• If > 200, test separate containers.

Cone Dimensions & Mass (Fig. 2 Summary):

• Conical brass body with hardened steel tip.
• Total moving mass: 150 ± 0.1 g.

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    A[Prepare Specimen] --> B[Fill Penetration Cup]
    B --> C[Remove Air Pockets]
    C --> D[Immerse in Water Bath (27±2°C)]
    D --> E[Wait 1 hour or 24 hours]
    E --> F[Place Cone on Specimen Surface]
    F --> G[Release Cone for 5 seconds]
    G --> H[Read Penetration Depth]
    H --> I{Consistency < 200?}
    I -- Yes --> J[Take 3 readings at 120° apart and average]
    I