Technical
Technical Specification
Comparison Between Brick and AAC Block
| Property | Units | AAC Block | Clay Brick |
|---|---|---|---|
| Size | mm | 600 x 200 x (75 to 300) | 230 x 75 x 115 |
| Size Tolerance | mm | ± 1.5 | ± 05 to 15 |
| Compressive Strength | N/mm2 | 3 - 4.5 (IS 2185 part 3) | 2.5 to 3.5 |
| Normal Dry Density | Kg/m3 | 550 - 650 | 1800 |
| Sound Reduction Index | Db | 45 for 200 mm Thick Wall | 50 for 230 mm Thick Wall |
| Fire Resistance | Hrs. | 2 to 6 (Depending on Thickness) | 2 |
| Thermal Conductivity "K" | W/m-k | 0.16 - 0.18 | 0.81 |
| Drying Shrinkage | % | 0.04% (Size of block) | - |