EN 13632:2010
(Main)Bitumen and bituminous binders - Visualisation of polymer dispersion in polymer modified bitumen
Bitumen and bituminous binders - Visualisation of polymer dispersion in polymer modified bitumen
This European Standard specifies a method for visualisation of the polymer distribution in polymer modified bitumen by fluorescent microscopy.
The method is applicable for most of the commercially used polymers, but before the method is used it should be examined whether the test is applicable for the actual polymer.
The method should only be used for identification purposes, i.e. in connection with production control.
NOTE Sample preparation and treatment have an important influence on the test results and it is essential to follow strictly the method described to achieve comparable results.
WARNING — The use of this European Standard can involve hazardous materials, operations and equipment. This European Standard does not purport to address all of the safety problems associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this European Standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
Bitumen und bitumenhaltige Bindemittel - Visualisierung der Polymerverteilung in polymermodifiziertem Bitumen
Diese Europäische Norm legt ein Verfahren zur Visualisierung der Polymerverteilung in polymermodifiziertem
Bitumen mit einem Fluoreszenz-Mikroskop fest.
Das Verfahren ist auf die meisten handelsüblichen Polymere anwendbar, vor seiner Anwendung sollte jedoch
geprüft werden, ob die Prüfung auch für das im gegebenen Fall vorliegende Polymer geeignet ist.
Das Verfahren sollte nur für die Zwecke der Identifizierung, d. h. im Zusammenhang mit der Produktionskontrolle,
angewendet werden.
ANMERKUNG Probenvorbereitung und -behandlung haben erheblichen Einfluss auf die Prüfergebnisse, und es ist
daher wichtig, das beschriebene Verfahren strikt zu befolgen, um vergleichbare Ergebnisse zu erhalten.
WARNUNG — Die Anwendung dieser Europäischen Norm kann den Umgang mit gefährlichen Substanzen
und Ausrüstungsteilen und die Ausführung gefährlicher Arbeitsgänge einschließen. Diese
Europäische Norm erhebt nicht den Anspruch, alle mit ihrer Anwendung verbundenen Sicherheitsprobleme
anzusprechen. Es liegt in der Verantwortung des Anwenders dieser Europäischen Norm, geeignete
Verhaltensregeln zur Sicherheit und Gesundheit festzulegen und vor der Anwendung zu klären,
ob einschränkende Vorschriften zu berücksichtigen sind.
Bitumes et liants bitumineux - Visualisation de la dispersion des polymères dans les bitumes modifiés par des polymères
La présente norme européenne spécifie une méthode de visualisation de la distribution des polymères dans les
bitumes modifiés par des polymères, par microscopie de fluorescence.
La méthode est applicable à la plupart des polymères utilisés commercialement, mais il est recommandé de vérifier
que l’essai s’applique au polymère en présence avant d’utiliser la méthode.
Il convient d’utiliser la méthode seulement à des fins d’identification, c’est à dire en rapport avec des contrôles de
production.
NOTE La préparation de l'échantillon et son traitement ont une influence importante sur les résultats de l'essai, aussi est-il
essentiel de suivre strictement la méthode décrite en vue d'obtenir des résultats comparables.
AVERTISSEMENT — L'utilisation de la présente Norme européenne implique l'intervention de produits,
d'opérations et d'équipements à caractère dangereux. La présente Norme européenne n'est pas censée
aborder tous les problèmes de sécurité concernés par son usage. Il est de la responsabilité de l'utilisateur
de consulter et d'établir des règles de sécurité et d'hygiène appropriées et de déterminer l'applicabilité des
restrictions réglementaires avant utilisation.
Bitumen in bitumenska veziva - Vizualni pregled razporeditve polimerov v bitumnih, modificiranih s polimeri
Ta evropski standard določa metodo vizualnega pregleda razporedite polimerov v bitumnih, modificiranih s polimeri, s fluorescentno mikroskopijo. Metoda velja za večino komercialno uporabljenih polimerov, vendar je potrebno uporabo metode presoditi, ali preskus velja za aktualni polimer. Metoda naj se uporablja samo za namen identifikacije, t.j. v povezavi s kontrolo proizvodnje.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 25-May-2010
- Withdrawal Date
- 29-Nov-2010
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 336 - Bituminous binders
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 336/WG 1 - Bituminous binders for paving
- Current Stage
- 9060 - Closure of 2 Year Review Enquiry - Review Enquiry
- Start Date
- 02-Dec-2025
- Completion Date
- 02-Dec-2025
- Directive
- 89/106/EEC - Construction products
Relations
- Effective Date
- 22-May-2010
Overview
EN 13632:2010 - Bitumen and bituminous binders: Visualisation of polymer dispersion in polymer modified bitumen - specifies a fluorescent microscopy method to visualise polymer distribution in polymer‑modified bitumen. Intended primarily for identification and production control, the method demonstrates polymer morphology (dispersed or continuous phase) but does not alone determine final binder performance. The standard highlights that sample preparation and controlled cooling are critical to comparable results and includes safety warnings for hazardous materials and equipment.
Key topics and requirements
- Scope: Visualisation by epifluorescence microscopy for most commercially used polymers; applicability must be checked for the specific polymer.
- Purpose: Identification in production control, not a definitive quality/performance test.
- Normative references: EN 58 (sampling) and EN 12594 (preparation of test samples).
- Apparatus:
- Epifluorescence microscope (incident light excitation) with suitable light source and filters (example: high‑pressure Xenon lamp, excitation 420–490 nm; beamsplitter ~510 nm; barrier >515 nm).
- Freezer or solid carbon dioxide, sharp cutting tool, aluminium moulds and temperature‑regulated sand bath.
- Sample preparation:
- Take samples per EN 58 and prepare per EN 12594.
- Homogenise by gentle hand stirring for 1–5 minutes.
- Pour into preheated mould in sand bath; cool to ambient, then to ≤ –20 °C (≥3 h in freezer or ~10 min with solid CO2).
- Procedure & analysis:
- Break/cut frozen sample quickly; inspect freshly broken surface within 1 hour.
- Magnifications of 25× to 500× are suitable; analyse a minimum of three independently prepared surfaces scanning the whole surface.
- Results expressed as images, picture codes or letter codes (Annex A) describing continuous phase (P, B, X), homogeneity (H, I), size (S/M/L) and shape (r, s, o). If no fluorescence appears, record as “O”.
- Reporting: Include sample ID, reference to EN 13632, light source/filter details, pictures with scale, deviations and test date.
Applications
- Production control and routine identification in bitumen manufacturing.
- QC laboratories and material testing facilities monitoring polymer dispersion in polymer‑modified binders.
- Pavement materials research for morphological insight into polymer/bitumen blends.
- Troubleshooting blend compatibility and mixing/stability issues.
Who should use this standard
- Bitumen and binder manufacturers
- Quality control/test laboratories
- Pavement engineers and materials scientists
- Regulatory or certification bodies assessing production consistency
Related standards
- EN 58 - Bitumen and bituminous binders - Sampling
- EN 12594 - Bitumen and bituminous binders - Preparation of test samples
Keywords: EN 13632:2010, polymer modified bitumen, polymer dispersion, fluorescent microscopy, epifluorescence, production control, bitumen binders, sample preparation, microscopy.
Frequently Asked Questions
EN 13632:2010 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Bitumen and bituminous binders - Visualisation of polymer dispersion in polymer modified bitumen". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies a method for visualisation of the polymer distribution in polymer modified bitumen by fluorescent microscopy. The method is applicable for most of the commercially used polymers, but before the method is used it should be examined whether the test is applicable for the actual polymer. The method should only be used for identification purposes, i.e. in connection with production control. NOTE Sample preparation and treatment have an important influence on the test results and it is essential to follow strictly the method described to achieve comparable results. WARNING — The use of this European Standard can involve hazardous materials, operations and equipment. This European Standard does not purport to address all of the safety problems associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this European Standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
This European Standard specifies a method for visualisation of the polymer distribution in polymer modified bitumen by fluorescent microscopy. The method is applicable for most of the commercially used polymers, but before the method is used it should be examined whether the test is applicable for the actual polymer. The method should only be used for identification purposes, i.e. in connection with production control. NOTE Sample preparation and treatment have an important influence on the test results and it is essential to follow strictly the method described to achieve comparable results. WARNING — The use of this European Standard can involve hazardous materials, operations and equipment. This European Standard does not purport to address all of the safety problems associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this European Standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
EN 13632:2010 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 75.140 - Waxes, bituminous materials and other petroleum products; 91.100.50 - Binders. Sealing materials. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 13632:2010 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 13632:2003. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
EN 13632:2010 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 305/2011, 89/106/EEC. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.
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Standards Content (Sample)
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Bitumen in bitumenska veziva - Vizualni pregled razporeditve polimerov v bitumnih, modificiranih s polimeriBitumen und bitumenhaltige Bindemittel - Visualisierung der Polymerverteilung in polymermodifiziertem BitumenBitumes et liants bitumineux - Visualisation de la dispersion des polymères dans les bitumes modifiés par des polymèresBitumen and bituminous binders - Visualisation of polymer dispersion in polymer modified bitumen91.100.50Veziva. Tesnilni materialiBinders. Sealing materials75.140Voski, bitumni in drugi naftni proizvodiWaxes, bituminous materials and other petroleum productsICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 13632:2010SIST EN 13632:2010en,fr,de01-oktober-2010SIST EN 13632:2010SLOVENSKI
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EN 13632
May 2010 ICS 75.140; 91.100.50 Supersedes EN 13632:2003English Version
Bitumen and bituminous binders - Visualisation of polymer dispersion in polymer modified bitumen
Bitumes et liants bitumineux -Visualisation de la dispersion des polymères dans les bitumes modifiés par des polymères
Bitumen und bitumenhaltige Bindemittel - Visualisierung der Polymerverteilung in polymermodifiziertem Bitumen This European Standard was approved by CEN on 23 April 2010.
CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this European Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such national standards may be obtained on application to the CEN Management Centre or to any CEN member.
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