The ATS Bending Beam Rheometer 3S (BBR3S) conducts flexural tests on asphalt/bitumen binder and comparable specimens following AASHTO T 313, AASHTO TP 87, ASTM D6648, GOST 58400.8-2019, and BS EN 14771 standards as part of Superpave's PG grading system.
The BBR3 is an ATS original first-of-its-kind instrument, offering a cutting-edge internal computer system with touchscreen technology and innovative user-friendly software.
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Features
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- Redesigned weight pan and calibration disk enables LVDT sensor standardization with less chance for potential error by reducing variations in weight pan positioning during standardization
- Next-generation controller offering enhanced temperature control algorithm stability
- Quiet operation and extended motor life through new motor containing no moving parts while remaining unaffected by moisture
- 12-inch, industrial-strength touchscreen display
- Programmable test parameters comprise bath temperature, deflection plot, load, load plot, specimen size, and testing company
- An optional changeable specimen facilitates a smooth transition for testing crack sealants
- Remote monitoring capabilities
- Small external chiller producing less noise when in use
- Customizable report settings: include accreditations, company log, and notes
- Test data available in HTML and CSV
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Product Specifications
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| Load Frame Construction |
Integral stainless steel, frictionless construction |
| Loading Shaft Point |
In-line stainless steel with blunt point |
| Test Load |
Variable test range from 0 to 4,500 mN (459 g) standard. System maintains required test load within +/- 5 mN (0.5 g) throughout test cycle. |
| Test Cycle Times |
Cycle times for pre-load, recovery, and test load are completely operator-adjustable. |
| Load Cell |
500 g (temperature-compensated) |
| Mechanical Overload Protection |
Standard |
| Testing Temperature Range |
0 to -40 °C (32 to -40 °F) |
| Temperature Measurement |
Platinum RTD |
| Power Requirements |
115 VAC, 1 ph, 50/60 Hz, 2 A or 230 VAC, 1 ph, 50/60 Hz, 2 A |
| Air Pressure |
60 psi inlet pressure (414 kPa) @ Class 3 Quality max particle of 5 μm |
| Test Weights |
Calibrated and traceable to NIST |
| Rating |
IP20 Enclosure rating |
| Sample Supports |
3 mm (0.118 in) radius stainless steel spaced 101.6 mm (4.00 in) apart |
| LVDT Displacement Transducer |
0.25 in (6.35 mm) calibrated range to provide 2 μm resolution throughout testing
and verification range. |
| Data Display |
Large on-screen display of load, displacement, and bath temperature provides ease of setup and operation. Real-time displacement, loading, and temperature graphs are displayed during the test cycle and can be re-plotted and re-scaled as needed for easy viewing. |
| Tank Liquid Volume |
1.5 gallons (5.5 liters) |
| Weight |
150 lbs |
| Dimensions |
BBR: 24 in W x 26.5 in D x 23.5 in H (with load frame)
Chiller: 10.5 in W x 20 in D x 9.25 in H |