EN 13880-3:2024

Hot applied joint sealants - Part 3: Test method for the determination of penetration and recovery (resilience)

This document specifies a test method as an indicator both for the penetration resistance (hardness) and elastic recovery after de-loading (resilience) of hot applied joint sealants according to EN 14188-1 at 25 °C using a standard penetrometer fitted with a ball penetration tool.

Heiß verarbeitbare Fugenmassen - Teil 3: Prüfverfahren zur Bestimmung der Kugel-Penetration und des elastischen Rückstellvermögens

Dieses Dokument legt ein Prüfverfahren als Indikator für den Eindringwiderstand (Härte) und die elastische Rückverformung nach Entfernen der Last (Resilienz) von heiß verarbeitbaren Fugenmassen nach EN 14188-1 bei 25 °C mit Hilfe eines genormten Penetrometers mit einem Penetrationskugel-Werkzeug fest.

Produits de scellement de joints appliqués à chaud - Partie 3 : Méthode d'essais pour la détermination de la pénétrabilité et du retour élastique

Ce document spécifie une méthode d'essai servant d'indicateur à la fois pour la résistance à la pénétration (dureté) et la récupération élastique après déchargement (résilience) des mastics de joints appliqués à chaud selon la norme EN 14188-1 à 25 °C en utilisant un pénétromètre standard équipé d'un outil de pénétration à bille.

Tesnilne mase za stike, ki se vgrajujejo po vročem postopku - 3. del: Preskusna metoda za ugotavljanje penetracije in sposobnosti vrnitve v prvotno stanje

Ta dokument opisuje preskusno metodo za ugotavljanje odpornosti proti penetraciji (trdote) in sposobnosti elastične vrnitve v prvotno stanje po razbremenitvi za tesnilne mase za stike, ki se vgrajujejo po vročem postopku, v skladu s standardom EN 14188-1 pri temperaturi 25 °C, z uporabo penetrometra z orodjem za penetracijo s kroglo.

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 20-Aug-2024
• ICS: 93.080.20 - Road construction materials
• Technical Committee: CEN/TC 227 - Road materials
• Drafting Committee: CEN/TC 227/WG 3 - Materials for concrete roads including joint fillers and sealants
• Current Stage: 6060 - Definitive text made available (DAV) - Publishing
• Start Date: 21-Aug-2024
• Due Date: 15-Aug-2024
• Completion Date: 21-Aug-2024
• Directive: Harmonized Standard305/2011 - Regulation (eu) No 305/2011 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 9 march 2011 laying down harmonised conditions for the marketing of construction products and repealing council directive 89/106/eec
• Mandate: M/124 - Mandate to CEN/CENELEC concerning the execution of standardization work for harmonized standards on road construction products
• Ref Project: SIST EN 13880-3:2024 - Hot applied joint sealants - Part 3: Test method for the determination of penetration and recovery (resilience)

Relations

• Replaces: EN 13880-3:2003 - Hot applied joint sealants - Part 3: Test method for the determination of penetration and recovery (resilience)
• Effective Date: 19-Jan-2023
• Refers: EN 58:2012 - Bitumen and bituminous binders - Sampling bituminous binders
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Refers: EN 1426:2024 - Bitumens and bituminous binders - Determination of needle penetration
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Refers: EN 13880-6:2019 - Hot applied joint sealants - Part 6: Method for the preparation of samples for testing
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: EN 13880-4:2024 - Hot applied joint sealants - Part 4: Test method for the characterization of heat resistance - Change in penetration value
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: EN 14188-1:2004 - Joint fillers and sealants - Part 1: Specifications for hot applied sealants
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026

Overview

EN 13880-3:2024 is a European Standard developed by CEN that outlines a test method for determining the penetration resistance (hardness) and elastic recovery (resilience) of hot applied joint sealants. This test is conducted at 25 °C using a standard penetrometer fitted with a ball penetration tool. The method provides crucial quality indicators for joint sealants used in road construction and civil engineering, referencing EN 14188-1 for product specifications.

This standard replaces previous versions (such as EN 13880-3:2003) and introduces improvements to clarify testing procedures and enhance repeatability and performance.

Key Topics

• Penetration Resistance (Hardness):
  The method measures the depth to which a steel ball penetrates a sample of hot applied joint sealant, providing a direct assessment of its firmness under standard conditions.

• Elastic Recovery (Resilience):
  After a controlled penetration, the sealant’s ability to recover its original shape is measured, indicating the material's elastomeric properties and suitability for dynamic joint movements.

• Standardized Test Apparatus:

  • Penetrometer conforming to EN 1426
  • Steel ball penetration tool
  • Water bath to maintain samples at 25 °C
  • Sample tins with specific dimensions
  • Time-recording equipment for precise testing intervals

• Test Procedure Highlights:

  • Test specimens are conditioned and prepared following strict guidelines
  • Penetration and recovery are measured at multiple points per sample
  • Results include initial penetration (P), final penetration (F), and percentage recovery (R)

• Reporting Requirements:
  The standard prescribes reporting product details, test conditions, and individual measurement results for transparency and comparability.

Applications

EN 13880-3:2024 is essential for:

• Quality Control in Road Construction:
  Ensures hot applied joint sealants possess adequate hardness and resilience, crucial for performance in expansion joints and pavement cracks.

• Product Development & Certification:
  Manufacturers use the standard to validate sealant formulations and demonstrate compliance with European requirements.

• Specification and Procurement:
  Road authorities, civil engineers, and contractors reference this standard when specifying, purchasing, or approving joint sealants for highways, bridges, and concrete surfaces.

• Laboratory Testing:
  Accredited labs employ this test to generate reproducible, comparable data for material certification and R&D.

Related Standards

For a comprehensive approach to testing hot applied joint sealants, consider the following related European Standards:

• EN 14188-1: Specifications for hot applied sealants (base standard for product type).
• EN 1426: Methods for measuring needle penetration of bitumen and bituminous binders.
• EN 13880 Series:
  • Part 1: Determination of density at 25 °C
  • Part 2: Cone penetration at 25 °C
  • Part 4: Heat resistance (change in penetration)
  • Part 5: Flow resistance
  • Part 6: Preparation of samples
  • Part 7-13: Additional methods covering fuel resistance, adhesion, compatibility, and sample preparation for performance testing

Aligning with EN 13880-3:2024 helps organizations ensure the durability and functionality of hot applied joint sealants, supporting safe and long-lasting infrastructure.

Standards Content (Sample)

SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-oktober-2024
Nadomešča:
SIST EN 13880-3:2004
Tesnilne mase za stike, ki se vgrajujejo po vročem postopku - 3. del: Preskusna
metoda za ugotavljanje penetracije in sposobnosti vrnitve v prvotno stanje
Hot applied joint sealants - Part 3: Test method for the determination of penetration and
recovery (resilience)
Heiß verarbeitbare Fugenmassen - Teil 3: Prüfverfahren zur Bestimmung der Kugel-
Penetration und des elastischen Rückstellvermögens
Produits de scellement de joints appliqués à chaud - Partie 3 : Méthode d'essais pour la
détermination de la pénétrabilité et du retour élastique
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 13880-3:2024
ICS:
91.100.50 Veziva. Tesnilni materiali Binders. Sealing materials
93.080.20 Materiali za gradnjo cest Road construction materials
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

EN 13880-3
EUROPEAN STANDARD
NORME EUROPÉENNE
August 2024
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
ICS 93.080.20 Supersedes EN 13880-3:2003
English Version
Hot applied joint sealants - Part 3: Test method for the
determination of penetration and recovery (resilience)
Produits de scellement de joints appliqués à chaud - Heiß verarbeitbare Fugenmassen - Teil 3:
Partie 3 : Méthode d'essais pour la détermination de la Prüfverfahren zur Bestimmung der Kugel-Penetration
pénétrabilité et du retour élastique und des elastischen Rückstellvermögens
This European Standard was approved by CEN on 24 June 2024.

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Contents Page
European foreword . 3
1 Scope . 5
2 Normative references . 5
3 Terms and definitions . 5
4 Principle . 5
5 Apparatus . 6
5.1 Penetrometer . 6
5.2 Ball penetration tool . 6
5.3 Water bath . 7
5.4 Sample tins . 7
5.5 Time recording equipment . 7
6 Preparation and conditioning of the test specimens . 7
7 Test conditions . 7
8 Procedure . 7
9 Precision . 8
10 Test report . 9
Bibliography . 10
European foreword
This document (EN 13880-3:2024) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 227 “Road
materials”, the secretariat of which is held by BSI.
This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an
identical text or by endorsement, at the latest by February 2025, and conflicting national standards shall
be withdrawn at the latest by February 2025.
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. CEN shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
This document supersedes EN 13880-3:2003.
— clarification of the test to improve the performance of the test method.
This document is one part of the EN 13880 series of standards, Hot applied joint sealants, which consists
of the following parts:
— Part 1: Test method for the determination of density at 25 °C.
— Part 2: Test method for the determination of cone penetration at 25 °C.
— Part 3: Test method for the determination of penetration and recovery (resilience).
— Part 4: Test method for the determination of heat resistance - Change in penetration value.
— Part 5: Test method for the determination of flow resistance.
— Part 6: Method for the preparation of samples for testing.
— Part 7: Function testing of joint sealants.
— Part 8: Test method for the determination of the change in weight of fuel resistance joint sealants after
fuel immersion.
— Part 9: Test method for the determination of compatibility with asphalt pavements.
— Part 10: Test method for the determination of adhesion and cohesion following continuous extension
and compression.
— Part 11: Test method for the preparation of asphalt test blocks used in the function test and for the
determination of compatibility with asphalt pavements.
— Part 12: Test method for the manufacture of concrete test blocks for bond testing (recipe methods).
— Part 13: Test method for the determination of the discontinuous extension (adherence test).
This document has been prepared under a standardization request addressed to CEN by the European
Commission. The Standing Committee of the EFTA States subsequently approves these requests for its
Member States.
Any feedback and questions on this document should be directed to the users’ national standards body.
A complete listing of these bodies can be found on the CEN website.
According to the CEN-CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organisations of the
following countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia,
Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland,
Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Republic of North
Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Türkiye and the United
Kingdom.
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