All Belden chemical resistant brick are manufactured to conform with or exceed ASTM C279, and are generally available in the Type II designation. In some cases Type III are available. Typical Properties of Belden chemical resistant brick and minimum requirements regarding the ASTM C279 specification standards are shown in the following table:
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| TYPICAL PHYSICAL PROPERTIES OF BELDEN SHALE & FIRECLAY CHEMICAL RESISTANT BRICK | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Property | Test Standard | Red Shale | Buff Fireclay | Reference |
| Bulk Density, lbs./cu.ft (gm/cc) | ASTM C20 | 135 - 145 2.16 - 2.32 | 140 - 150 2.24 - 2.4 | The Bishop Materials Laboratory |
| Water Absorption, % | ASTM C20 | < 4 | < 4 | " " |
| Solubility in Sulfuric Acid. Loss in Mass, % | ASTM C279 | < 3 | < 3 | " " |
| Apparent Porosity, % | ASTM C20 | 8 - 13 | 7 - 10 | " " |
| Modulus of Rupture, PSI (MPa) | ASTM C67 | 2500 - 3000 17.2 - 20.7 | 1500 - 2000 10.3 - 13.8 | " " |
| Compressive Strength, PSI (MPa) | ASTM C67 | 20,000 - 25,000 137.9 - 172.4 | 20,000 - 25,000 137.9 - 172.4 | " " |
| Coefficient of Expansion, in/in/°F x10-6 (mm/mm/°C x10-6) | --- | 4 - 5.5 7.2 - 9.9 | 2 - 3.5 3.6 - 6.3 | Corrosion and Chemically Resistant Masonry (1) |
| Thermal Conductivity, BTU-in/hr.-ft.2-°F (W/mK) | ASTM C236 | 7 - 9 1 - 1.3 | 6 - 10 0.9 - 1.4 | " " |
(1) Corrosion and Chemically Resistant Masonry Materials handbook by Walter Lee Sheppard, Jr., P.E.B. Chem., M.S.C.C.R.M., Inc. 1988 NOTE: ASTM standard to fit current year (with the last number being the year of the last update) | ||||
| PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL REQUIREMENTS - ASTM C279 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Designation | Modulus of Rupture (Brick or Tile Flatwise) min.PSI (MPa) | Water Absorption Maximum % by 2 hr. Boiling Test | H2SO4 Solubility Maximum % Weight Loss |
| Average of 5 Brick or Tile Low Individual | Average of 5 Brick or Tile High Individual | Average of 5 Brick or Tile | |
| TYPE I | 1250 (8.6) 1000 (6.9) | 6.0 7.0 | 20 |
| TYPE II | 1250 (8.6) 1000 (6.9) | 4.0 5.0 | 12 |
| TYPE III | 1250 (8.6) 1000 (6.9) | 1.0 1.5 | 8 |
Please Note: The information given in this reference table should be used as a guide only. No guarantee is made nor can we assume any liability in connection with the use of this information. Please contact The Belden Brick Company for specific recommendations.
Mortar manufacturers should be consulted for their recommendations in connection with chemical resistant brick construction. For names and addresses of mortar manufacturers, please Contact Us
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