Bitumen Extractor Hand Operated

About Bitumen Extractor Hand Operated

A Bitumen Extractor Hand Operated is a laboratory testing instrument used to determine the percentage of bitumen in bituminous mixtures. It operates on the principle of centrifugal extraction, where bitumen is separated from aggregates using a solvent and manual rotation.

This equipment is widely used in road construction laboratories, civil engineering institutes, and quality control departments for analyzing asphalt mix composition.

Key Features

• Manual operation using hand-driven gear mechanism
• Removable aluminum rotor bowl (approx. 1500 g capacity)
• Durable cast iron / mild steel body
• Corrosion-resistant design for long service life
• Oil-bath gear system for smooth rotation
• Compact and portable for field and lab use

Technical Specifications (Typical)

• Capacity: 1.5 Litres / 1500 g
• Speed: 2400 3600 RPM (manual rotation)
• Operation: Hand Operated (Manual)
• Material: Cast Iron / Mild Steel / Aluminum
• Standards: ASTM D2172, AASHTO T-58, T-164
• Weight: ~4050 kg (varies by model)

Working Principle

The bituminous sample is placed in the rotor bowl along with a solvent (benzene/toluene). When the handle is rotated, the bowl spins at high speed, and centrifugal force separates bitumen from aggregates. The dissolved bitumen is drained out and collected for analysis.

Applications

• Asphalt and pavement testing laboratories
• Highway construction projects
• Civil engineering colleges & research labs
• Quality control of bituminous mixes

Advantages

• No electricity required (ideal for field use)
• Cost-effective compared to motorized models
• Simple operation and low maintenance
• Reliable and repeatable results