Semi-Automatic Ductility Testing Machine
The Semi-Automatic Ductility Testing Machine is designed explicitly for testing the ductility and elastic recovery of bituminous materials. The integrated 6" LCD touch screen control panel allows users to choose between ductility or recovery test methods. The custom menu enables input of desired speed and time parameters. During testing, the distance traveled by the specimen is displayed, and a simple touch of the screen records the distance traveled upon breakage of the briquet. A motor jogging feature permits locking of the sample carriage without additional movement after the briquet sample is loaded into the machine.
Test Method
Determines the ductility of a bituminous material by measuring the distance in which a sample will elongate before breaking when two ends of a briquet specimen of the test material are pulled apart at a specified speed and temperature. Elastic Recovery is determined by pulling the briquet specimen to a specified distance at a specified speed and temperature. The briquet is then cut and the distance in which it takes for the two halves to reconnect is used to determine the elastic recovery of the test sample.
Key Features
- Capable of testing up to 3 samples simultaneously
- 6" LCD Touch Screen Control Panel
- Pre-programmed with Ductility, Recovery, and Custom test methods
- Maximum travel length of 150 cm
- Variable traction speed from 0.25 to 7.0 cm/min
- Standard and Constant Temperature Models available
- Constant Temperature model equipped with Lexan Cover for enhanced temperature stability
- Conforms to ASTM D113, D6084 and related specifications
Technical Specifications
| Parameter |
Specification |
| Capacity |
3 molds with samples |
| Maximum Travel Length |
150 cm |
| Standard Traction Speed |
5 cm/min |
| Variable Traction Speed |
0.25 to 7.0 cm/min |
| Timer |
1-999 min |
Conforming Standards
ASTM D113, D5892, D6084, P226; IP 32, 516; DIN 52013, EN 13398; NF T 66-006; AASHTO T 51, T 301; JIS K2207; ANS A37.11; Federal Specification SS-R-406C; USDA Method 5 (BUL 12-16)
Dimensions and Weight
| Model |
Dimensions l x w x h, in. (cm) |
Net Weight |
| Standard Model |
86¼ x 19 x 16 (219.1 x 48.3 x 40.6) |
200 lbs (91.7 kg) |
| Constant Temperature Model |
86¼ x 19 x 16 (219.1 x 48.3 x 40.6) |
217 lbs (98.5 kg) |
| Circulation Bath |
15¾ x 8¼ x 22½ (219.1 x 48.3 x 40.6) |
50 lbs (22.7 kg) |
Electrical Requirements
- 115V 60Hz
- 220-240V 50Hz
- 220-240V 60Hz
Included Accessories
Standard Model:
- Standard Mold (3)
- Base Plate
Constant Temperature Model:
- Circulation Bath
- Remote Temp. Probe, 10 ft. length
- Connection Tubing
- Standard Mold (3)
- Base Plate
- Lexan Cover
Shipping Information
| Model |
Shipping Weight |
Dimensions |
| Standard Model |
350 lbs (159 kg) |
92¾ x 25¼ x 23¼" (235.6 x 64.1 x 59.1 cm) |
| Constant Temperature Model |
368 lbs (167 kg) |
92¾ x 25¼ x 23¼" (235.6 x 64.1 x 59.1 cm) |
| Circulation Bath |
74 lbs (34 kg) |
22 x 10½ x 26½" (55.9 x 26.7 x 67.3 cm) |
Available Models
| Catalog No. |
Description |
| K80050 |
Semi-Automatic Standard Ductility Testing Machine, 115V/220-240V 50/60Hz |
| K80060 |
Semi-Automatic Constant Temperature Ductility Testing Machine, 115V 60Hz |
| K80068 |
Semi-Automatic Constant Temperature Ductility Testing Machine, 220-240V 60Hz |
| K80069 |
Semi-Automatic Constant Temperature Ductility Testing Machine, 220-240V 50Hz |
Available Accessories
| Catalog No. |
Description |
| K80012 |
Standard Mold |
| K80041 |
Recovery Mold |
| K80013 |
Base Plate |
| 250-000-63F |
ASTM 63F Thermometer, Range: 18 to 89°F |
| 250-000-63C |
ASTM 63C Thermometer, Range: -8 to 32°C |
| K80050-SFW |
Semi-Automatic Ductility Software |
