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NCAT Asphalt Content Furnace Starter Kit
Binder Ignition Oven Asphalt Starter Kit
The NCAT Asphalt Content Furnace Starter Kit is required for the first-time setup and operation of the NCAT Asphalt Content Furnace. This complete kit includes all essential accessories needed to safely and efficiently perform asphalt binder content testing using the ignition method.
Designed for convenience and safety, the kit ensures laboratories are fully prepared to begin testing immediately.
What’s Included in the Starter Kit
The starter kit contains all required operational and safety components:
- (4) Sample baskets
- (2) Basket covers
- (2) Trays
- (2) Basket retainer brackets
- Transport handle
- Aluminum cooldown plate
- Cooldown safety cage
- Fan motor lubricant
- Stainless steel basket brush
- (4) Rolls of printer paper
- Face shield
- Heat-resistant gloves
These components support safe handling, accurate testing, and proper equipment maintenance.
Why the NCAT Furnace Starter Kit Is Essential
The Binder Ignition Furnace Oven Starter Kit is mandatory for proper furnace operation. It simplifies setup and ensures compliance with industry testing standards.
Key benefits include:
- Improved operator safety
- Proper sample handling
- Reliable ignition testing
- Reduced setup time
With everything in one package, the kit makes asphalt content testing efficient and trouble-free.
Asphalt Content Testing Overview
Asphalt content testing is critical for ensuring the quality and durability of Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA). The ignition method developed by the National Center for Asphalt Technology (NCAT) is widely accepted across the industry.
This method follows:
- AASHTO T 308
- ASTM D6307
It delivers accurate results while eliminating hazardous solvents used in traditional testing.
Asphalt Content Determination Methods
There are two primary methods used to determine asphalt binder content:
1. Solvent Extraction Method
- Uses chemical solvents to separate binder
- High disposal and safety concerns
- Higher operational costs
2. Ignition Furnace Method
- Burns binder from the HMA sample
- Faster and more accurate
- Environmentally friendly
- No hazardous solvents
The ignition furnace method is now the preferred industry standard.
NCAT Asphalt Ignition Furnace Features
The NCAT Asphalt Ignition Furnace is designed for precision and ease of use.
Key features include:
- Large heating chamber
- Triple-stack basket system
- Internal electronic balance
- Temperature range: 392–1202°F (200–650°C)
- Automatic and manual operation modes
- Built-in endpoint detection
- RS-232 data interface for reporting
This furnace integrates seamlessly with other
Asphalt Testing Equipment.
Furnace Emission Control and Safety
The ignition furnace includes advanced emission control technology to reduce environmental impact.
Emission control features:
- High-temperature afterburner
- Proprietary ceramic filter
- Up to 95% emission reduction
These features support compliance with OSHA and environmental regulations.
Correction Factor and Test Accuracy
A correction factor is required to compensate for aggregate mass loss during ignition testing. This factor ensures accurate asphalt binder content results.
Important points:
- Correction factor is mix-specific
- Must be determined before testing
- Automatically applied by furnace software
- Prevents under- or overestimation
After ignition, aggregates can be reused for further analysis, such as
Gradation Testing.
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Equip your lab with reliable, industry-approved tools for accurate and repeatable results.
The NCAT Asphalt Content Furnace Starter Kit provides everything required for safe, accurate, and compliant asphalt content testing. When paired with the NCAT ignition furnace, it supports efficient testing, reduced environmental impact, and dependable quality control for modern asphalt laboratories.
