MATERIAL DATA SHEET

Clay roof tile, flat or curved profiles (Specified by profile)

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ATLAS CODE
MIN-CLY-TIL-001
Clay roof tile, flat or curved profiles (Specified by profile)
Category mineral
Material Family Clay-Based
Regulatory Status Non-combustible
Density
1800 kg/m³
Carbon (A1-A5)
44 kg CO₂-e/m²
Fire Class
Non-combustible
Lifespan
75 years
Description

Clay roof tiles are premium roofing materials manufactured from natural clay through extrusion or pressing, then fired at temperatures exceeding 1000°C. Available in flat profiles (Nouveau, Urban Shingle, Nullarbor) and curved profiles (Marseille, Curvado), they offer exceptional durability, fire resistance, and aesthetic appeal. Suitable for roof pitches from 15° to 90° with appropriate fixing systems.

Primary Sectors
[Residential][Commercial][Institutional]
Typical Uses
  • Residential roofing all climate zones
  • Commercial buildings requiring premium aesthetics
  • Heritage restoration projects
  • Bushfire-prone areas (all BAL levels)
  • Coastal environments (salt-safe certified)
  • Institutional buildings requiring longevity
  • Projects requiring high thermal mass
  • Acoustic-sensitive applications
Recycled Content 0
Renewable Content 100
Recyclability 100
Embodied Carbon 44 kg CO₂-e/m²
Embodied Energy 527 MJ/m²
EPD Available No
Advantages
Non-combustible material suitable for BAL-FZ50-100 year proven service lifeHigh thermal mass (82-92 kJ/m²·K)Excellent acoustic insulation (30 dB reduction)Low maintenance requirementsColour-fast through-body colour100% recyclable at end of lifeSalt-resistant for coastal applicationsNo VOC emissionsTermite and vermin proof
Cautions
Higher initial cost ($80-150/m² supply only)Heavy weight requires structural support (40-46 kg/m²)Professional installation requiredFragile during handling and transportMinimum 15° pitch requirement with sarkingLonger installation time versus sheet roofingIndividual tile replacement for repairsLimited to traditional aesthetic styles
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TECHNICAL DATA: PERFORMANCE PROPERTIES MIN-CLY-TIL-001
Density (Dry) 1800 kg/m³
Specific Gravity 2
Porosity 20 %
Water Absorption 7.5 %
Hardness 5.5 Mohs
Surface Roughness Varies μm
UV Resistance Excellent
Chemical Resistance Excellent
pH Tolerance 7 pH
Compressive Strength 30 MPa
Tensile Strength 4 MPa
Flexural Strength 24 MPa
Elastic Modulus 15 GPa
Impact Resistance Pass AS 1976 J/m
Bearing Capacity 1.5 kN/m²
Poisson's Ratio 0.2
Creep Resistance Excellent
Abrasion Resistance Good
Thermal Conductivity 1.07 W/m·K
Thermal Resistance 0.075 m²·K/W
Specific Heat Capacity 900 J/kg·K
Thermal Expansion 6.5 ×10⁻⁶/°C
Melting Point 1100 °C
Sound Transmission Class (STC) 50 STC
Noise Reduction Coeff. (NRC) 1
Optical
Light Transmittance 0 %
Light Reflectance (LRV) 33 %
Solar Reflectance (SRI) 36

Clay tiles have been used in Australia since the 1880s, with early examples imported from Europe. Local production began in the early 1900s with companies like Wunderlich establishing kilns. Monier has been manufacturing in Victoria since 1932, evolving from manual processes to modern automated production lines. The material has proven exceptional longevity with many Victorian-era installations still performing after 100+ years. Modern innovations include improved interlocking systems (C-LOC technology), enhanced colour retention (BorjaJET finish), and dry-fix ridge systems replacing traditional mortar bedding.

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SAFETY, ECOLOGY & INSTALLATION MIN-CLY-TIL-001
Flame Spread Index 0
Smoke Developed Index 0
Combustibility Class Non-combustible
Fire Resistance Rating Non-combustible hours
Heat Release Rate 0 kW/m²
Toxicity of Combustion None
Embodied Carbon (A1-A3) 44 kg CO₂-e/m²
Embodied Energy 527 MJ/m²
Water Footprint 20 L/m²
EPD Available No
Recycled Content 0%
Renewable Content 100%
LEED Points 2 points
Circular Economy Score 85 %
VOC Emissions 0 g/L
Skill Level Professional
Crew Size 3 persons
Installation Time 2 days/100m²
Temperature Range 5 – 40 °C
Humidity Range 20 – 95 %
Required Tools
Tile cutter or angle grinderMasonry bladeChalk lineMeasuring tapeHammerTin snips for flashingsSafety equipment
Certifications Required
Licensed roof tilerWorking at heights
Weather Limitations
No installation in rainWind speed <40km/h
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COMMERCIAL, LOGISTICS & REGULATORY MIN-CLY-TIL-001
Material Cost 80 – 150 AUD/m²
Installation Cost 20 – 50 AUD/m²
Annual Maintenance 50 AUD/year
Lifecycle Cost (50yr) 2.5 AUD/m²/year
Market Availability Good
Lead Time 3 weeks
Design Life 75 years
Warranty Period 50 years
Maintenance Interval 5 years
Service Temp Range -30 to 70 °C
Freeze/Thaw Resistance 200 cycles
Dimensional Stability Excellent
Certifications Held
ISO 9001 certified manufacturersAS 2049:2002 compliant productionGlobal GreenTag Level C (some products)GECA Level A certification availableRed List Free - no hazardous componentsZero VOC emissions certified
Fire Code Compliance
AS 3959:2018 - All BAL ratings including BAL-FZAS 1530.1 - Non-combustible
Standards Compliance
NCC 2022 Part 3.5.2 Deemed-to-SatisfyAll Australian climate zones 1-8ASTM C1167 - Durability testingASTM C1352 - Flexural propertiesISO 9001 - Quality management systemsEN 539-1 - Frost resistanceEN 539-2 - Water permeability

DISCLAIMER: This specification document is generated from the CLAD Materials Atlas Database. Information is for general guidance only and does not constitute professional engineering advice. Values are typical and may vary by batch, manufacturer, and production run. Verify suitability for specific project applications independently.

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