ASTM RR:D04-1017 PDF Download

ASTM standard RR:D04-1017, titled "Test Method for Sieve Analysis of Mineral Filler for Asphalt Paving Mixtures," describes a procedure for determining the sieve analysis of mineral filler used in asphalt paving mixtures. The objective of this standard is to establish a consistent and reliable testing method that can be used by laboratories to ensure the quality and performance of asphalt paving mixtures.

The standard begins by outlining the scope of the test method, which includes the sampling, preparation of the test specimens, and the actual sieve analysis. It specifies the equipment required for the test, such as a mechanical sieve shaker and sieves of various sizes. The standard then details the procedure for conducting the sieve analysis, including the preparation of the test sample, the sieving process, and the calculation of the final results.

To ensure the accuracy and repeatability of the test method, an interlaboratory study was conducted involving twenty laboratories. These laboratories tested four samples to establish a precision statement for the test method. The results of this study provide information on the variability and reproducibility of the test method and help determine the acceptable limits for the measured values.