ASTM D5404/D5404M
Standard Practice for Recovery of Asphalt Binder from Solution Using the Rotary Evaporator
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ASTM D5404/D5404M is the ASTM standard for the recovery of asphalt binder from solution using the rotary evaporator. It provides a recognized procedure for separating asphalt binder from solvent after dissolution, helping laboratories prepare material for further evaluation and quality-related testing. Because recovered binder can be used for subsequent comparisons and performance checks, this standard supports more consistent laboratory practice and clearer technical results in asphalt-related work.
Purpose of ASTM D5404/D5404M
The purpose of ASTM D5404/D5404M is to guide the recovery of asphalt binder from solution with a rotary evaporator in a controlled and repeatable way. The standard is intended to help users obtain recovered binder that is suitable for further testing or assessment, while keeping the process aligned with an accepted ASTM practice. In this way, ASTM D5404/D5404M helps laboratories follow a consistent technical approach when preparing asphalt binder samples from solvent-based solutions.
Common use cases of ASTM D5404/D5404M
This standard is commonly used in asphalt testing laboratories where binder must be recovered from a solution before additional evaluation. It is relevant in workflows that involve solvent extraction, sample preparation, and later binder assessment using laboratory equipment such as rotary evaporators. ASTM D5404/D5404M may also be used as part of quality control or comparative testing programs where a consistent recovery method is needed to support reliable material handling and testing results.
Why ASTM D5404/D5404M matters
ASTM D5404/D5404M matters because recovery method consistency can affect the reliability of downstream testing and product evaluation. Using an established ASTM practice helps reduce uncertainty in laboratory preparation, supports compliance with recognized procedures, and improves confidence in recovered binder results. For organizations that depend on repeatable asphalt testing, the standard can be an important reference for procurement, quality control, and technical documentation.
- Rotary evaporator recovery procedure
- Asphalt binder recovered from solution
- Laboratory sample preparation reference
- Supports repeatable testing workflows
- Publication Date: 2024-10-21
- Publisher: ASTM
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