BRIKtile
Comparison between Various Wall Component
| Material | Ingredient Composition | Making Process | Firing Temperature |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Brick |
Clay: ~70-90% Sand: ~10-30% Water: ~5-10% |
1. Mixing ingredients 2. Moulding 3. Drying 4. Firing |
800-1200°C (1472-2192°F) |
| Ceramic Tile | Clay: ~50-60% Silica: ~10-20% Kaolin: ~10-20% Feldspar: ~10-15% |
1. Mixing ingredients 2. Moulding 3. Drying 4. Firing |
1000-1300°C(1832-2372°F) |
| Cement | Limestone: ~70-80% Clay: ~20-30% Gypsum: ~5% (as set retarder) Other minerals: variable |
1. Crushing and grinding 2. Mixing 3. Heating (calcination) 4. Grinding to powder |
1450-1550°C (2642-2822°F) |
| AAC Block | Silica Sand: ~60-70% Lime: ~10-15% Cement: ~5-10% Water: ~15-20% Aluminium Powder: ~0.05-0.1% |
1. Mixing ingredients 2. Moulding 3. Curing (with steam) |
0°C (no firing, cured by steam) |
