EN 12697-17:2017
(Main)Bituminous mixtures - Test methods - Part 17: Particle loss of porous asphalt specimens
General Information
- Abstract
This European Standard specifies a test method for determining the particle loss of porous asphalt mixtures. Particle loss is assessed by the loss of mass of porous asphalt samples after turns in the Los Angeles machine. This test enables the estimation of the abrasion resistance of porous asphalt. The test applies to laboratory compacted cylindrical specimens of porous asphalt mixtures, the upper sieve size of which does not exceed 22,4 mm. It does not reflect the abrasive effect by studded tyres.
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 21-Feb-2017
- Withdrawal Date
- 30-Aug-2017
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 227 - Road materials
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 227/WG 1 - Bituminous mixtures
- Current Stage
- 9092 - Decision on results of review/2YR ENQ - revise - Review Enquiry
- Start Date
- 19-Feb-2024
- Completion Date
- 23-Sep-2026
Overview
EN 12697-17:2017 - Bituminous mixtures: Test methods - Part 17 specifies a laboratory test method to determine the particle loss of porous asphalt specimens. Particle loss is measured as the mass loss of compacted porous asphalt cylinders after being tumbled in a Los Angeles machine. The method estimates the abrasion resistance of porous asphalt mixes (upper aggregate size ≤ 22.4 mm) and is intended for laboratory evaluation, not for representing the abrasive effect of studded tyres.
Key topics and requirements
- Specimens: At least five laboratory-compacted cylindrical specimens; mass (1.0 ± 0.2) kg (or 100 × 63.5 mm for typical bulk densities ≈ 2.0 Mg/m3).
- Manufacture & conditioning: Mixing per EN 12697‑35; compaction by EN 12697‑30 (2 × 50 blows) or EN 12697‑31 (40 gyrations). Store specimens on a flat surface between 48 h and 42 days at ≤ 25 °C before testing.
- Apparatus: Los Angeles machine (EN 1097‑2), accurate thermometer, temperature-controlled chamber (±2 °C), oven (±1 °C), and balances (accuracy ±0.1 % or 0.1 g).
- Test procedure:
- Precondition specimens at test temperature for ≥ 4 h.
- Place specimen in LA drum with metal balls removed; rotate 300 turns at 30–33 rpm (3.1–3.5 rad/s).
- Remove loose particles, weigh specimen before (W1) and after (W2).
- Calculate particle loss: PL = ((W1 − W2) / W1) × 100 and report the average of five values (rounded to the nearest 1%).
- Test temperature: Influences results strongly. Commonly 15–25 °C for design; not suitable above 35 °C.
- Precision:
- For PL < 40%: repeatability r = 2%, reproducibility R = 4%.
- For PL ≥ 40%: r = 5%, R = 8%.
- Limitations: Does not simulate studded-tyre abrasion.
Applications and users
Practical uses of EN 12697-17:2017:
- Assess abrasion resistance when designing or specifying porous asphalt mixes for drainage and noise-reducing surfaces.
- Compare mix variations (aggregate type, binder selection, gradation) for durability against particle loss.
- Support quality control and type approval in laboratories and material testing facilities.
Typical users:
- Pavement materials engineers and mix designers
- Road authorities and spec writers
- Construction contractors and quality-control laboratories
- Research organizations evaluating porous asphalt performance
Related standards
Commonly used with other EN 12697 series tests and references:
- EN 1097‑2 (Los-Angeles machine)
- EN 12697‑5 (maximum density)
- EN 12697‑6 (bulk density)
- EN 12697‑8 (void characteristics)
- EN 12697‑30 / EN 12697‑31 (specimen preparation)
- EN 12697‑35 (laboratory mixing)
Keywords: EN 12697-17:2017, particle loss, porous asphalt, Los Angeles machine, abrasion resistance, bituminous mixtures, porous asphalt specimens.
Relations
- Effective Date
- 01-Mar-2017
- Refers
EN 12697-5:2018 - Bituminous mixtures - Test methods - Part 5: Determination of the maximum density - Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 21-Feb-2024
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Frequently Asked Questions
EN 12697-17:2017 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Bituminous mixtures - Test methods - Part 17: Particle loss of porous asphalt specimens". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies a test method for determining the particle loss of porous asphalt mixtures. Particle loss is assessed by the loss of mass of porous asphalt samples after turns in the Los Angeles machine. This test enables the estimation of the abrasion resistance of porous asphalt. The test applies to laboratory compacted cylindrical specimens of porous asphalt mixtures, the upper sieve size of which does not exceed 22,4 mm. It does not reflect the abrasive effect by studded tyres.
This European Standard specifies a test method for determining the particle loss of porous asphalt mixtures. Particle loss is assessed by the loss of mass of porous asphalt samples after turns in the Los Angeles machine. This test enables the estimation of the abrasion resistance of porous asphalt. The test applies to laboratory compacted cylindrical specimens of porous asphalt mixtures, the upper sieve size of which does not exceed 22,4 mm. It does not reflect the abrasive effect by studded tyres.
EN 12697-17:2017 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 93.080.20 - Road construction materials. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 12697-17:2017 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 12697-17:2004+A1:2007, EN 12697-5:2018, EN 12697-31:2019, EN 12697-35:2025, EN 1097-2:2020, EN 12697-30:2018, EN 12697-8:2018, EN 12697-6:2020, EN 13108-20:2016, EN 13108-7:2016, EN 13108-9:2016, EN 13108-20:2006, FprEN 12697-17. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
EN 12697-17:2017 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 305/2011; Standardization Mandates: M/124. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.
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2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Bitumenske zmesi - Preskusne metode - 17. del: Obraba delcev poroznih asfaltnih preskušancevAsphalt - Prüfverfahren - Teil 17: Kornverlust von Probekörpern aus offenporigem AsphaltMélanges bitumineux - Méthodes d’essai - Partie 17 : Perte de matériau des éprouvettes d’enrobé drainantBituminous mixtures - Test methods - Part 17: Particle loss of porous asphalt specimen93.080.20Materiali za gradnjo cestRoad construction materialsICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 12697-17:2017SIST EN 12697-17:2017en,fr,de01-maj-2017SIST EN 12697-17:2017SLOVENSKI
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Clause 7. Bullet point e) “if required” deleted. To be in line with the deletion of clause 6.3. This document has been prepared under a mandate given to CEN by the European Commission and the European Free Trade Association. This European Standard is one of a series of standards as listed below: — EN 12697-1, Bituminous mixtures — Test methods — Part 1: Soluble binder content — EN 12697-2, Bituminous mixtures — Test methods — Part 2: Determination of particle size distribution — EN 12697-3, Bituminous mixtures — Test methods — Part 3: Bitumen recovery: Rotary evaporator — EN 12697-4, Bituminous mixtures — Test methods — Part 4: Bitumen recovery: Fractionating column — EN 12697-5, Bituminous mixtures — Test methods — Part 5: Determination of the maximum density — EN 12697-6, Bituminous mixtures — Test methods — Part 6: Determination of bulk density of bituminous specimens — EN 12697-7, Bituminous mixtures — Test methods — Part 7: Determination of bulk density of bituminous specimens by gamma rays SIST EN 12697-17:2017
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