Large surfaces with bright contrasts
Test method | Required value | Average values | ||
Water absorption | ASTM C373 | ≤ 0.5% | 0,1% *Average value referred to ceramic material only | |
Deep abrasion resistance | ASTM C1243 | ≤ 175 mm3 | Compliant | |
Linear thermal expansion | ASTM C372 | Not Required | α ≤ 4.4 x 10-6 °F-1 /α ≤ 8 x 10-6 °C-1 | |
Stain resistance | ASTM C1378 | As indicated by manufacturer | Class A Resistant | |
Chemical resistance | ASTM C650 | As indicated by manufacturer | Class A Resistant *Excluding hydrofluoric acid and its derivates | |
Flame spread | ASTM E84 | - | Class A | |
Thermal conductivity | EN 12524 | - | λ = 1,3 W/m °K / 0,7 BTU/ft h °F | |
Breaking strength | ASTM C1505 | ≥ 85 lbf | ≥ 6000 PSI | |
Shade Variation | ANSI A137.3 | As indicated by manufacturer | V2 (Oxide - Chrome) Slight variations V3 (Rust - Petrol - Essence) Moderate variations |