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TREATMENT
Tack Coat
Seal coat
Prime Coat
Cement
High stabilized soil 250-500 12-15
base
Prime coat application methods
1) Penetration depth
2) Curing time
3) Strength
4) Impermeability
5) Environmental impact
1. Penetration of prime coats
• One of the main purposes of the prime coat is to provide a good
bond between surface treatment and base. The binders used in
surface treatment courses do not have a viscosity low enough to
penetrate the base layer.
• A prime coat, which is a low viscosity binder, when applied will act
as an intermediary between the base and the surface coat so as to
ensure a good bond between both. Thus, it is clear that adequate
penetration is necessary for a prime coat to serve its purpose.
Pavement section showing penetration of prime coat
Penetration Test
• Penetration is important as it determines how
effectively and efficiently a prime coat can perform.
• Sand penetration tests were conducted according to
the procedures that are commonly used by TxDOT
(Texas department of transportation)