Physical Properties of Gilsonite
"Natural Asphalt 'Natural Bitumen"And FLC"Fluid Loss Cntrol
Physical Properties of Gilsonite
|
Color in Mass |
Black |
Color in Streak or Powder |
Brown - Dark Brown |
Softening Point |
265-600 °F |
Moisture Content |
0.5 - 3.5% % |
Ash Content |
0.5 % - 12% |
Specific Gravity @ 77°F |
1.04-1.06 |
Hardness (Moh's Scale) |
2 |
Penetration |
0 - 2 |
Volatility, Weight %, |
5 Hours @ 325°F |
< 2% |
5 Hours @ 400°F |
< 4% |
5 Hours @ 500°F |
< 5% |
Flash Point, C.O.C. |
450-600 °F |
Acid Value |
2.3 |
Saponification Value |
5.6 |
Iodine Number |
0 |
Heat of Combustion |
17,900 Btu / lb. |
Heat of Fusion |
9990 Btu / lb. |
Specific Heat of Solid Phase |
0.52 Btu / lb. / °F |
Specific Heat of Liquid Phase |
0.61 Btu / lb. / °F |
Glass Transition Temperature, Tg |
185-250 °F |
Bulk Density, Lump |
40 lbs. / ft3 |
Electrical Resistivity |
4.0 x 1012 ohm-cm |
Viscosity, Brookfield |
@ 375°F |
55,000 cps |
@ 400°F |
22,800 cps |
@ 425°F |
6,600 cps |
@ 450°F |
2,800 cps |
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