Standard Specification for Asphalt Used in Roofing Measured by Dynamic Shear Rheometer

SCOPE
1.1 This specification covers two types of asphalt intended for use in built-up roof construction, construction of some modified bitumen systems, construction of bituminous vapor retarder systems, and for adhering insulation boards used in various types of roof systems. The specification is intended for general classification purposes only and does not imply restrictions on the slope at which an asphalt must be used.  
1.2 The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound units are to be regarded separately as standard. The values stated in each system may not be exact equivalents; therefore, each system shall be used independently of the other. Combining values from the two systems may result in non-conformance with the standard.  
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.  
1.4 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

General Information

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Published
Publication Date
30-Apr-2018

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Overview

ASTM D7654/D7654M-10(2018) is a standard specification developed by ASTM International for classifying asphalt used in roofing applications, specifically as measured by a Dynamic Shear Rheometer (DSR). The standard provides requirements and classification guidance for two types of asphalt commonly used in built-up roofing systems, modified bitumen systems, bituminous vapor retarders, and for adhering insulation boards. This standard helps ensure the quality, performance, and consistency of roofing asphalt, addressing both material specifications and relevant testing methods for roofing contractors, manufacturers, and quality assurance professionals.

Key Topics

  • Material Classification: The standard covers two primary types of roofing asphalts, Type III (VG) and Type IV (VG), each with specific physical property requirements such as viscosity, penetration, flash point, and solubility.
  • Dynamic Shear Rheometer (DSR) Testing: DSR testing is used to measure the rheological properties of asphalt at specified temperatures, providing an important indicator of how the material will perform under roofing application conditions.
  • Sampling and Testing Procedures: Procedures such as ASTM D140/D140M (sampling asphalt materials), ASTM D5/D5M (penetration), ASTM D92 (flash point), ASTM D2042 (solubility), and ASTM D7175 (rheological properties using DSR) are referenced for thorough quality assessment.
  • Units and Measurement: This standard recognizes both SI and inch-pound units independently, ensuring applicability in different regions.
  • Quality and Compliance: Includes requirements for packaging, marking, inspection, rejection, and rehearing to promote conformity and accurate identification.
  • Precision and Reproducibility: The standard provides guidelines for repeatability and reproducibility in test results, supporting reliability in interlaboratory settings.

Applications

ASTM D7654/D7654M-10(2018) is used across various sectors of the roofing industry, delivering practical value in the following applications:

  • Built-Up Roofing (BUR) Systems: Ensures the selection of appropriate asphalt binders for traditional multi-layer roof constructions.
  • Modified Bitumen Roofing: Supports manufacturers and contractors in verifying asphalt quality for high-performance modified bitumen systems.
  • Bituminous Vapor Retarder Systems: Assures that asphalts meet the requirements for effective vapor retarder applications within the building envelope.
  • Insulation Attachment: Provides guidelines for asphalt used to adhere insulation board, contributing to the overall integrity and thermal performance of roofing systems.
  • Quality Control and Assurance: Enables roofing material producers and independent laboratories to assess asphalt properties according to standardized methods, reducing variability and supporting warranty and performance claims.
  • Procurement and Compliance: Assists purchasers, specifiers, and regulators in confirming product suitability through referenced test methods and classification criteria.

Related Standards

  • ASTM D140/D140M - Practice for Sampling Asphalt Materials
  • ASTM D5/D5M - Test Method for Penetration of Bituminous Materials
  • ASTM D92 - Test Method for Flash and Fire Points by Cleveland Open Cup Tester
  • ASTM D2042 - Test Method for Solubility of Asphalt Materials in Trichloroethylene
  • ASTM D7175 - Test Method for Determining the Rheological Properties of Asphalt Binder Using a Dynamic Shear Rheometer
  • ASTM D1079 - Terminology Relating to Roofing and Waterproofing

Practical Value

Adhering to ASTM D7654/D7654M-10(2018) ensures that roofing asphalt meets essential performance characteristics, supporting long-term durability, safety, and code compliance for various roofing systems. By referencing industry-accepted test methods and property benchmarks, this international standard helps stakeholders make informed choices for roofing materials, enhancing roof longevity and effectiveness in diverse environmental conditions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

ASTM D7654/D7654M-10(2018) is a technical specification published by ASTM International. Its full title is "Standard Specification for Asphalt Used in Roofing Measured by Dynamic Shear Rheometer". This standard covers: SCOPE 1.1 This specification covers two types of asphalt intended for use in built-up roof construction, construction of some modified bitumen systems, construction of bituminous vapor retarder systems, and for adhering insulation boards used in various types of roof systems. The specification is intended for general classification purposes only and does not imply restrictions on the slope at which an asphalt must be used. 1.2 The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound units are to be regarded separately as standard. The values stated in each system may not be exact equivalents; therefore, each system shall be used independently of the other. Combining values from the two systems may result in non-conformance with the standard. 1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. 1.4 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

SCOPE 1.1 This specification covers two types of asphalt intended for use in built-up roof construction, construction of some modified bitumen systems, construction of bituminous vapor retarder systems, and for adhering insulation boards used in various types of roof systems. The specification is intended for general classification purposes only and does not imply restrictions on the slope at which an asphalt must be used. 1.2 The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound units are to be regarded separately as standard. The values stated in each system may not be exact equivalents; therefore, each system shall be used independently of the other. Combining values from the two systems may result in non-conformance with the standard. 1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. 1.4 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

ASTM D7654/D7654M-10(2018) is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 91.100.50 - Binders. Sealing materials. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.

ASTM D7654/D7654M-10(2018) has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to ASTM D7654/D7654M-10, ASTM D7175-23, ASTM D140/D140M-16(2023), ASTM D1079-20, ASTM D5/D5M-19a, ASTM D1079-18e1, ASTM D1079-18, ASTM D140/D140M-16, ASTM D1079-16, ASTM D140/D140M-15, ASTM D140/D140M-14, ASTM D1079-13e1, ASTM D1079-13, ASTM D5/D5M-13, ASTM D92-12a. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.

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This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
Designation:D7654/D7654M −10 (Reapproved 2018)
Standard Specification for
Asphalt Used in Roofing Measured by Dynamic Shear
Rheometer
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D7654/D7654M; the number immediately following the designation indicates the
year of original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last
reapproval. A superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope D140/D140M Practice for Sampling Asphalt Materials
D1079 Terminology Relating to Roofing and Waterproofing
1.1 This specification covers two types of asphalt intended
D2042 Test Method for Solubility of Asphalt Materials in
for use in built-up roof construction, construction of some
Trichloroethylene
modified bitumen systems, construction of bituminous vapor
D6510 Guide for Selection of Asphalt Used in Built-Up
retarder systems, and for adhering insulation boards used in
Roofing Systems (Withdrawn 2015)
various types of roof systems. The specification is intended for
D7175 Test Method for Determining the Rheological Prop-
general classification purposes only and does not imply restric-
erties of Asphalt Binder Using a Dynamic Shear Rheom-
tions on the slope at which an asphalt must be used.
eter
1.2 The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound units
are to be regarded separately as standard. The values stated in
3. Terminology
each system may not be exact equivalents; therefore, each
3.1 For definition of terms used in this specification, refer to
system shall be used independently of the other. Combining
Terminology D1079.
values from the two systems may result in non-conformance
3.2 Definitions:
with the standard.
3.3 Viscosity, Eta* @ 70°C [158°F], Pa.s
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the
3.3.1 Definition: Eta* = G* / Angular Velocity. Complex
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
dynamic shear viscosity is the ratio of the complex shear
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
modulus (G*) divided by the rate of shear in radians/second. In
priate safety, health, and environmental practices and deter-
the SI, the unit of viscosity is in the pascal second (Pa.s).
mine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.4 This international standard was developed in accor-
4. Classification
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-
4.1 Materials covered by this specification are of two types:
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom- 4.1.1 Type III (VG).
4.1.2 Type IV (VG).
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
5. Materials and Manufacture
2. Referenced Documents
5.1 The asphalt shall be prepared from crude petroleum.
2.1 ASTM Standards:
6. Physical Properties
D5/D5M Test Method for Penetration of Bituminous Mate-
rials
6.1 Asphalts shall be homogeneous and free of water.
D92 Test Method for Flash and Fire Points by Cleveland
6.2 Asphalts of each type must conform to the physical
Open Cup Tester
properties described in Table 1.
This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee D08 on
7. Sampling
Roofing and Waterproofing and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee D08.03
7.1 Sample the material and determine the properties enu-
on Surfacing and Bituminous Materials for Membrane Waterproofing and Built-up
Roofing.
merated in this specification in accordance with the following
Current edition approved May 1, 2018. Published June 2018. Originally
methods:
approved in 2010. Last previous edition approved in 2010 as D7654/D7654M – 10.
7.1.1 Sampling—Practice D140/D140M.
DOI:10.1520/D7654_D7654M-10R18.
For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or
contact ASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM
Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on The last approved version of this historical standard is referenced on
the ASTM website. www.astm.org.
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D7654/D7654M−10 (2018)
TABLE 1 Physical Properties of Asphalt in Roofing
8.3 Reproducibility—Two test results shall be judged not
Property Type III (VG) Type IV (VG) equivalent if they differ by more than the “R” value for that
Min Max Min Max
material; “R” is the interval representing the difference be-
Viscosity @ 70°C 6700 13 000
tween two test results for the same material, obtained by
[158°F], Pa. s
Flash Point, °C [°F] 260 (500) 260 (500) different operators using different equipment in different labo-
Penetration, units:
ratories.
@ 0°C [32°F] 6 6
@ 25°C [77°F] 15 35 12 25
8.4 Anyjudgmentinaccordancewithstatements8.2and8.3
@ 46°C [115°F] 90 75
would normally have an approximate 95 % probability of
Solubility in 99 99
being correct, however the precision statistics obtained in this
Trichloroethylene, %
ILS must not be treated as exact mathematical quantities which
are applicable to all circumstances and uses.The small number
of materials tested, and laboratories reporting results, guaran-
7.1.2 Flash Point—Test Method D92.
tees that there will be times when differences greater than
7.1.3 Penetration—Test Method D5/D5M.
predicted by the ILS results will arise,
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