Gauged Porcelain Tile Testing
IPA Laboratories commonly performs these tests on gauged porcelain tile at 3.5 mm to 6.5 mm thick, including those for testing for compliance with ANSI A137.3 specifications.
For more information about tests that comply with ANSI A137.3, download our Gauged Porcelain Tile and Tile Panels/Slabs testing checklist.
Available Tests
| ANSI A137.3-Section 8.5 | Bond Strength |
|---|---|
| ANSI A326.3 | Dynamic Coefficient of Friction (DCOF) |
| ASTM C370 | Moisture Expansion |
| ASTM C372 | Linear Thermal Expansion |
| ASTM C373 | Water Absorption |
| ASTM C424 | Crazing Resistance |
| ASTM C484 | Thermal Shock Resistance |
| ASTM C499, ASTM C502 | Facial & Thickness Dimensions, and Wedging |
| ASTM C609 | Light Reflectance Value & Small Color Differences |
| ASTM C627 | Robinson Floor Test |
|---|---|
| ASTM C650 | Chemical Resistance |
| ASTM C895 | Lead & Cadmium Extracted From Glazed Ceramic Tile |
| ASTM C1026 | Freeze-Thaw |
| ASTM C1243 | Deep Abrasion |
| ASTM C1378 | Staining Resistance |
| ASTM C1505 | Breaking Strength and Modulus of Rupture (MOR) |
| ASTM C1895 | Mohs Scratch Hardness |
| DIN EN 16165 (formerly DIN 51130) | German Ramp Test (R Classification) [video] |
Independent Testing
Third-party measurement of lead and copper.
Low-Level Detection
Sensitive analysis using ICP-MS technology.
Clear Results
Results reported in µg/L (ppb).
Local Support
Direct access to IPA Laboratories’ technical team.
Additional Resources
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International Product Assurance Laboratories
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100 Clemson Research Blvd.
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