EN 12849:2009

Bitumen and bituminous binders - Determination of penetration power of bituminous emulsions

This European Standard specifies a method for the determination of the penetration power of bituminous emulsions.
This test method is applicable to low-viscosity bituminous emulsions.
WARNING — The use of this standard can involve hazardous materials, operations and equipment. This standard does not purport to address all of the safety problems associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

Bitumen und bitumenhaltige Bindemittel - Bestimmung der Eindringfähigkeit von Bitumenemulsionen

Diese Europäische Norm legt ein Verfahren zur Bestimmung der Eindringfähigkeit von Bitumenemulsionen in
Referenzfüller fest.
Dieses Prüfverfahren ist auf Bitumenemulsionen mit geringer Viskosität anzuwenden.
WARNUNG — Die Anwendung dieser Norm kann den Umgang mit gefährlichen Substanzen und Ausrüstungsteilen
und die Ausführung gefährlicher Arbeitsgänge einschließen. Diese Norm erhebt nicht
den Anspruch, alle mit ihrer Anwendung verbundenen Sicherheitsprobleme anzusprechen. Es liegt in
der Verantwortung des Anwenders dieser Norm, geeignete Verhaltensregeln für den Arbeits- und
Gesundheitsschutz festzulegen und vor der Anwendung zu klären, ob einschränkende Vorschriften zu
berücksichtigen sind.

Bitumes et liants bitumineux - Détermination du pouvoir de percolation des émulsions de bitume

La présente norme européenne prescrit une méthode de détermination du pouvoir de percolation des
émulsions de bitume, avec des fines de référence.
Cette méthode est applicable aux émulsions de bitume de faible viscosité.
AVERTISSEMENT — L'utilisation de la présente Norme européenne implique l'intervention de
produits, d'opérations et d'équipements à caractère dangereux. La présente Norme européenne n'a
pas la prétention d'aborder tous les problèmes de sécurité associés à son usage. Il est de la
responsabilité de l'utilisateur de consulter et d'établir des règles de sécurité et d'hygiène appropriées
et de déterminer l'applicabilité des restrictions réglementaires avant utilisation.

Bitumen in bitumenska veziva - Določevanje sposobnosti penetriranja bitumenskih emulzij

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 24-Mar-2009
• ICS: 75.140 - Waxes, bituminous materials and other petroleum products
• ICS: 91.100.50 - Binders. Sealing materials
• Technical Committee: CEN/TC 336 - Bituminous binders
• Drafting Committee: CEN/TC 336/WG 2 - Emulsions and fluxed bitumens
• Current Stage: 9093 - Decision to confirm - Review Enquiry
• Start Date: 25-Nov-2025
• Completion Date: 11-Feb-2026
• 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
• Directive:

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  Not Harmonized89/106/EEC - Construction products
• Ref Project: SIST EN 12849:2009 - Bitumen and bituminous binders - Determination of penetration power of bituminous emulsions

Relations

• Replaces: EN 12849:2002 - Bitumen and bituminous binders - Determination of penetration power of bitumen emulsions
• Effective Date: 08-Jun-2022
• Refers: EN 58:2012 - Bitumen and bituminous binders - Sampling bituminous binders
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Refers: EN 12594:2024 - Bitumens and bituminous binders - Preparation of test samples
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: EN 13808:2005 - Bitumen and bituminous binders - Framework for specifying cationic bituminous emulsions
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026

Overview

EN 12849:2009 is a European Standard developed by CEN (the European Committee for Standardization) that specifies a method for determining the penetration power of bituminous emulsions. This method applies primarily to low-viscosity bituminous emulsions, common in road construction and maintenance. The scope includes the standardized procedure, the necessary reagents and apparatus, and essential safety information for laboratory professionals. The standard serves to harmonize testing approaches across Europe, facilitating consistent quality assessment and product performance of bituminous and bituminous binder products.

Key Topics

• Penetration Power: The central focus is measuring the ability of a bituminous emulsion to penetrate a reference filler. This is evaluated by calculating the time required for a defined amount of emulsion to penetrate a specific mixture of silica sand and silica filler.
• Test Methodology: EN 12849:2009 outlines standardized steps for the sampling, preparation, and evaluation of test samples. Key parameters, such as test temperatures, quantities of materials, and test equipment, are established to ensure reproducibility and repeatability.
• Reference Materials: The standard specifies the use of particular types of silica sand (Type F 34) and testing silica filler (Type 315-001), ensuring a consistent reference for all laboratories.
• Safety Guidelines: Explicit warnings highlight potential hazards due to hazardous materials, operations, and equipment involved in the test, reminding users to establish appropriate safety, health, and regulatory compliance practices.
• Reporting Requirements: EN 12849:2009 prescribes what must be included in the test report, such as sample identification, apparatus, reference materials used, and results, ensuring transparency and traceability.

Applications

EN 12849:2009 is widely applicable in industries and laboratories that deal with bitumen and bituminous binders, particularly where emulsions are deployed for construction or maintenance. Typical uses include:

• Quality Control: Ensuring conformity of bituminous emulsions supplied for road construction and repair by checking their penetration capacity.
• Product Development: Supporting manufacturers in optimizing emulsion formulations for better field performance.
• Research and Standardization: Assisting researchers and standards bodies in comparing results across different labs and regions.
• Procurement and Specification: Providing a reliable test method that clients and suppliers can cite in contracts to ensure product specifications are met.

Adopting EN 12849:2009 contributes to product reliability, road safety, and durability since consistent penetration power indicates effective binder dispersion and adhesion in construction applications.

Related Standards

To ensure comprehensive testing and quality assurance in bitumen and bituminous binders, consider referencing these related European standards:

• EN 58: Bitumen and bituminous binders - Sampling bituminous binders
• EN 12594: Bitumen and bituminous binders - Preparation of test samples
• EN ISO 4259: Petroleum products - Determination and application of precision data in relation to methods of test
• DIN 52046: Testing of bituminous binders - Determination of the wettability of bonding emulsion

Each of these standards complements EN 12849:2009 by providing additional procedures for sampling, sample preparation, data interpretation, and precision analysis.

Keywords: EN 12849:2009, bituminous emulsions, penetration power, bitumen standards, CEN, European standards, construction materials testing, silica sand, silica filler, laboratory test methods, road construction quality.

Standards Content (Sample)

2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.MDBitumen und bitumenhaltige Bindemittel - Bestimmung der Eindringfahigkeit von BitumenemulsionBitumes et liants bitumineux - Détermination du pouvoir de percolation des émulsions de bitumeBitumen and bituminous binders - Determination of penetration power of bituminous emulsions91.100.50Veziva. Tesnilni materialiBinders. Sealing materials75.140Voski, bitumni in drugi naftni proizvodiWaxes, bituminous materials and other petroleum productsICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 12849:2009SIST EN 12849:2009en,fr,de01-julij-2009SIST EN 12849:2009SLOVENSKI
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EUROPEAN STANDARDNORME EUROPÉENNEEUROPÄISCHE NORMEN 12849March 2009ICS 75.140; 91.100.50Supersedes EN 12849:2002
English VersionBitumen and bituminous binders - Determination of penetrationpower of bituminous emulsionsBitumes et liants bitumineux - Détermination du pouvoir depercolation des émulsions de bitumeBitumen und bitumenhaltige Bindemittel - Bestimmung derEindringfähigkeit von BitumenemulsionenThis European Standard was approved by CEN on 17 February 2009.CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this EuropeanStandard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such nationalstandards may be obtained on application to the CEN Management Centre or to any CEN member.This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by translationunder the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the CEN Management Centre has the same status as theofficial versions.CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland,France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal,Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom.EUROPEAN COMMITTEE FOR STANDARDIZATIONCOMITÉ EUROPÉEN DE NORMALISATIONEUROPÄISCHES KOMITEE FÜR NORMUNGManagement Centre:
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B-1000 Brussels© 2009 CENAll rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reservedworldwide for CEN national Members.Ref. No. EN 12849:2009: ESIST EN 12849:2009

Characteristics of the Silica Sand Type F 34 .8 Annex B (normative)
Characteristics of the Testing Silica Filler 315-001 .9 Bibliography . 10
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