Draindown Basket

Draindown Basket for uncompacted bituminous mixes effectively measures the amount of asphalt binder that separates from a sample held at elevated temperatures during production, transport, and placement. The test is ideal for Stone Matrix Asphalt (SMA) or open-graded porous asphalt mixtures. A sample is placed in this basket and draindown is measured as that portion of binder that separates from the sample and is deposited onto a disposable paper plate under the basket. Paper plates can be obtained locally. Basket is constructed of quality ASTM E11 stainless steel mesh and has a 1in (25mm) bottom skirt with a convenient bail-type handle.

HM-56 is constructed of 1/4in (6.3mm) ASTM E11 stainless steel mesh.

HM-56A is constructed of No. 8 (2.36mm) ASTM E11 stainless steel mesh.

HM-56B is constructed of No. 16 (1.18mm) ASTM E11 stainless steel mesh.

Features:

• Optimal for measuring asphalt binder that separates from uncompacted bituminous mixes
• Ideal for SMA or open-graded porous asphalt mixtures
• Durable, ASTM E11 stainless steel construction
• Bail-type handles for easy handling

Included Items:

• Draindown Basket