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Cutback Bitumen
Explore Bernet Cutback Bitumen, MC series binders (MC-30 to MC-3000) for prime coats, tack coats, and cold-weather paving. ASTM D2026/AASHTO M82 compliant.
High-Quality Bitumen for Efficient Road Construction
Reliable Cutback Bitumen Solutions
Bernet Bitumen manufactures and supplies a complete range of Cutback Bitumen binders engineered for ease of application and reliable performance in prime coats, tack coats, and cold-weather paving operations.
Cutback bitumen is produced by dissolving bitumen in controlled petroleum solvents, temporarily reducing its viscosity for easy handling and spraying.
After application, the solvent evaporates, leaving behind a durable, waterproof, and adhesive bituminous film that binds pavement layers effectively.
Engineered for Cold-Weather and Remote Applications
Unlike conventional hot bitumen, cutbacks can be applied at ambient or low temperatures, making them ideal for maintenance and construction projects where heating is impractical or unavailable.
Bernet Bitumen’s cutback grades deliver:
- Rapid, medium, or slow curing behavior depending on solvent type
- Excellent adhesion to mineral aggregates
- Smooth workability during mixing, priming, or patching operations
Engineered for Coating & Paving
Types of Cutback Bitumen
Cutback Bitumen is generally classified based on the rate of solvent evaporation and curing time:
- Rapid Curing (RC): Uses highly volatile solvents like naphtha or gasoline; suitable for surface dressing.
- Medium Curing (MC): Uses kerosene-based solvents; ideal for prime and tack coats.
- Slow Curing (SC): Uses diesel or heavy oil; designed for mixing applications and dust suppression.
Bernet Bitumen currently focuses on Medium Curing (MC) grades, the most versatile and widely used type in road construction.
Medium Curing (MC) Grades
Bernet produces MC-30, MC-70, MC-250, MC-800, and MC-3000, each designed to meet ASTM D2026 / AASHTO M82 specifications for controlled viscosity and curing time. These binders ensure consistent priming, sealing, and maintenance performance across a wide range of climates and site conditions.
Applications of Cutback Bitumen
- Prime coat between granular base and asphalt layers
- Tack coat to enhance interlayer bonding
- Cold-mix asphalt and patching operations
- Dust suppression and soil stabilization in dry regions
- Maintenance and surface dressing in low-temperature environments
Why Choose Bernet Bitumen
- Produced under ISO-certified quality management systems
- Fully compliant with ASTM D2026 / AASHTO M82 standards
- Reliable export packaging, bulk, drum, or flexi-tank
- Technical expertise for pavement design and application support