Glass Tile Testing

IPA Laboratories commonly performs these tests on glass tile, including those for testing for compliance with ANSI A137.2 specifications.

For more information about tests that comply with ANSI 137.2, download our Specification for Glass Tile testing checklist.

Available Tests

ANSI A137.2-7.6	Mounting Variation From Nominal Joint Size
ANSI A137.2-7.7	Bond Strength
ANSI A137.2-7.8	Compressive Strength
ANSI A137.2-7.9	Thermal Shock Resistance
ANSI A326.3	Dynamic Coefficient of Friction (DCOF)
ASTM C372	Linear Thermal Expansion
ASTM C373	Water Absorption
ASTM C424	Crazing Resistance
ASTM C485, ASTM C499, ASTM C502	Warpage, Facial & Thickness Dimensions, and Wedging

ASTM C609	Light Reflectance Value & Small Color Differences
ASTM C627	Robinson Floor Test
ASTM C648	Breaking Strength
ASTM C650	Chemical Resistance
ASTM C895	Lead & Cadmium Extracted From Glazed Ceramic Tile
ASTM C1026	Freeze-Thaw
ASTM C1027	Surface Visible Abrasion
ASTM C1378	Staining Resistance
ASTM C1505	MOR & Breaking Strength
ASTM C1895	Mohs Scratch Hardness

Third-party measurement of lead and copper.

Sensitive analysis using ICP-MS technology.

Results reported in µg/L (ppb).

Direct access to IPA Laboratories’ technical team.

We can test many other products and materials besides those listed above. Contact us to discuss your project.

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