• N° 4 tension line (briquette capacity) x 1500 mm
• PC controlled with dedicated software
• Including Force measuring system up to 300N by load cells (not included)
• Temperature range from 4 to 30°C ±0.2°C
• Closed loop PID temperature control system
• Stainless steel frame with insulated water bath
• Exclusive inbuilt thermoregulation system compensating the exchange of heat and cooling, resulting in a very strict temperature control.
• Speed range: from 5 to 100 mm/min
• Automatic high carriage return speed 500 mm/min  for more productivity
• Elongation measurement by optical system
• On line graphics of load and displacement by PC

This method is used for determining the ductility of bituminous materials by measuring the elongation before breaking when two ends of briquette specimens are pulled apart at a specified speed and temperature.

Conforming to the ASTM D113, D6084 and EN 13398 standards, the test is performed in water at a temperature of 25±0.5°C (ASTM/AASHTO) or 25±0.2°C (EN) at a constant speed of 50 mm/min.

The EN 13589 and 13703, also require the test to be performed from 5 to 30°C, at the testing speed adjustable up to 100 mm/min, and the determination of the tensile properties of modified bitumen. This  High performance model, fitted with the Load cells and the suitable Water chiller (see accessories) fully satisfy these requirements.

Controls produce other models as the standard Ductimeter conforming to ASTM D113, ASTM D6084, and EN 13398; and a Research version  performing testing speed up to 200 mm/min and suitable for testing at temperatures from-10 to +60°C.