EN 12697-12 is the laboratory test method for the water sensitivity of compacted bituminous (asphalt) specimens. To match this to your program, talk with our team.
What EN 12697-12 Covers
It evaluates how moisture conditioning affects the strength or cohesion of compacted asphalt, a key indicator of mix durability against moisture damage.
How the Test Is Run
Compacted asphalt specimens are conditioned wet and dry, then loaded, and the retained strength ratio between conditioned and unconditioned sets is calculated.
Why It Matters
Water sensitivity governs asphalt durability and stripping resistance; a compression or indirect-tensile setup and conditioning control are essential.
Reading the Designation
Cited as EN 12697-12 with its edition year. Confirm the edition and specimen or fixture requirements before finalizing setup. To configure a testing setup, request a quote.
Related Standards
EN 12697-34 is the Marshall test for bituminous mixtures.
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Setting up asphalt water sensitivity testing to EN 12697-12? Request a quote and our team will help you build a system matched to your specimen size and loading mode.
TensileMill CNC products for EN 12697-12
Our specimen-preparation systems and testing equipment compatible with EN 12697-12:
TensileMill CNC MICRO – Precision Flat Tensile & Impact Micro Machine
MICRO – Precision Flat Tensile & Impact Sample Preparation
TensileTurn CNC – Industrial Upgrade – Round Tensile Sample Preparation Machine
Industrial Upgrade – Round Tensile Sample Preparation
Electro Mechanical Universal Testing System 5 kN / 50 kN with Precision Load Cell
Electro-Mechanical UTM · 5 kN / 50 kN with Precision Load Cell
Equip your lab for EN 12697-12 with TensileMill CNC
Adding capacity or replacing older equipment? TensileMill CNC can support your EN 12697-12 program. Our range includes universal testing machines, specimen-preparation systems, grips, and fixtures. Tell us your materials, specimen forms, and required test sections, and our team will match the right configuration.