S fl b.
Ceramic tile break strength.
Water absorption percentage measures the density and hardness of the clay and is the best way to determine the tile s ability to resist thermal expansion its structural strength its ability to resist impacts and the tile s breaking strength.
Where s breaking strength in n.
F load required to break the tile in n.
L centre to centre length between two support rods in mm.
B width of the tile in mm.
Evaluate the break strength rating in comparison with industry requirements.
The modulus of rupture is calculated using following formula.
The break strength of a tile is the amount of weight that it can withstand unsupported before it breaks.
Where δ modulus of rupture in n mm 2.
For example durabody brand tiles from the manufacturer interceramic have a breaking point of 400 pounds per square inch.
Tiles may be glazed or unglazed.
Aside from being solid porcelain tiles are also hard dense and highly resistant to most heavy impact stresses that it s perfect for commercial use.
Force on an unsupported portion of tile until breakage occurs expressed in lbs.
Standard test method for breaking strength of ceramic tile.
Standard test method for measurement of light reflectance value and small color differences between pieces of ceramic tile.
It is associated to the force by which a tile responds when subjected to stress which can break it.
δ 3fl 2bh 2.
Most tiles meet the 250 pound minimum.
Some specialty tiles greatly exceed the minimums.
The ansi requires a break strength of at least 250 lbs.
The breaking strength is calculated using following formula.
2 6 4 cm 2.
1 1 this test method covers the determination of the breaking strength of ceramic tile ceramic mosaic tile quarry tile porcelain tile and paver tile having a facial area of at least 1 in.
As long as the tile does not break under 250 pounds of pressure the tile is considered to be compliant with these standards.
It is a load limit value applied to three points which the ceramic or porcelain stoneware tile can bear without breaking.
This test covers the determination of the breaking strength of glazed ceramic wall tile ceramic mosaic tile quarry tile and paver tile.
Using applicable astm tests regular ceramic tile has a breaking strength of 250.
Standard test method for resistance of ceramic tile to chemical substances.
Ceramic tiles used on floors and walls must be able to withstand the expected load bearing capacity of various installations.
