Other Features:

• Aggregate Size: The aggregate size of 85/25 mastic asphalt typically ranges from 2.5 mm to 5 mm, providing a fine textured surface suitable for various applications, including highways, airports, and industrial flooring.

• Binder: : It is typically composed of asphalt cement, selected based on penetration grade to ensure optimal adhesion and durability.

• Binder Content:TThe asphalt binder content typically ranges from 8% to 12% by weight of the total mix, ensuring adequate binding properties and cohesion

• Void Content: 85/25 mastic asphalt typically contains approximately 5% to 10% voids, providing space for thermal expansion and contraction, improving flexibility, and reducing the risk of cracking.

• Softening Point: The softening point of 85/25 mastic asphalt ranges from 80°C to 90°C, indicating its ability to withstand high temperatures without deforming or softening excessively.

• Temperature Range: : It is applied within a temperature range of 180°C to 220°C, ensuring proper workability and compaction during installation.

• Thickness Range: It is applied within a temperature range of 180°C to 220°C, ensuring proper workability and compaction during installation.

• Application: The recommended thickness for 85/25 mastic asphalt typically ranges from 10 mm to 20 mm, depending on the specific application and traffic load requirements.

Advantages:

• Durability: 85/25 mastic asphalt offers excellent durability, resisting deformation and wear even under heavy traffic loads, resulting in long-lasting pavement surfaces.

• Waterproofing: Its dense composition and low void content make it highly resistant to water ingress, preventing moisture damage and extending the service life of the underlying structure.

• Smooth Surface: The fine aggregate size of 85/25 mastic asphalt produces a smooth and even surface finish, suitable for areas requiring high aesthetic appeal, such as urban roads and pedestrian walkways.

• Skid Resistance: Despite its smooth surface, 85/25 mastic asphalt maintains adequate skid resistance, ensuring safety for vehicles and pedestrians, especially in wet conditions.

• Rapid Installation: 85/25 mastic asphalt can be applied quickly and efficiently, minimizing disruption to traffic and reducing construction time, resulting in cost savings for project owners.

• Versatility: It can be used in various applications, including roadways, cycle paths, footpaths, and airport runways, providing a versatile solution for different infrastructure projects.

• Sustainability: Mastic asphalt is a recyclable material, and its longevity reduces the need for frequent repairs and replacements, contributing to environmental sustainability.