You have seen asphalt before, that black pavement that is used in highways, driveways, or playgrounds. It is used as a binder with other ingredients such as sand, oils, and crushed rocks. Most asphalt contractors in Colorado are recommending asphalt over concrete because it is durable and long-lasting. It is easy to maintain with small repairs and it withstands unfavorable weather such as extreme winter. It is black and therefore ice melts easily. While using asphalt you need to get correct measurements so that you save on cost as it is fairly expensive.
How many tons is a cubic yard?
Your answer in tons per per cubic yard is 1.5 US tons or 1.04 Metric tons. A cubic yard of asphalt weighs 3,960 pounds. How much does a yard of concrete or asphalt weigh? Concrete and asphalt weights are based on the square footage and thickness of the material. On average, a cubic yard of solid concrete weighs 4,050 pounds (~2 tons), or 150 pounds per cubic foot. Solid asphalt weighs slightly less at 3,960 pounds per cubic yard.
How much asphalt is in a ton?
Customers are always asking asphalt companies in Denver Colorado how much asphalt is in a ton. Luckily for you JL Enterprise your Denver asphalt paving contractor has the simple answer for you! The area that 1 ton of asphalt covers depends on the thickness of the asphalt to be used; for a half-inch thick section of asphalt, 1 ton will cover approximately 316 square feet, while 1 ton of asphalt will cover 79 square feet when laid several inches thick.
How much does a cubic yard of asphalt weigh?
Standard asphalt density is 145lbs/ft3 or 2322kg/m3
The asphalt unit weight is 2243 per cubic meter.
Therefore 2.4 ton of asphalt = 1 cubic meter.
1 cubic yard of hot asphalt mix weighs 2.025 tons or 4050 lbs.
These measurements are approximately and therefore when you are ordering the quantity ensure that you add more asphalt to gather for the waste and you don’t run short for you asphalt project.
Accurate calculation on asphalt especially in irregular shapes is important because you will be able to get the right amount and density of asphalt. If you want to undertake a good quality project then you must calculate the right proportion of asphalt so that the project is completed on time and you use the right mixture of ingredients.
Asphalt is a great choice recommended by JL Enterprise your local Denver asphalt paving contractor. Asphalt is obtained from natural products and therefore there is less emission of fossil fuel which is harmful. Proper calculations of area and multiplying it with the unit weight of asphalt are important because you will be able to get the right viscosity or density for your projects.
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