MATERIAL DATA SHEET

Terracotta baguette/louvre, various profiles (Specified by profile size)

Tile
mineral › Clay-Based › Tile
mineralclay-basedterracottafacadesunscreennon-combustiblebaguettelouvre
ATLAS CODE
MIN-CLY-TIL-003
Terracotta baguette/louvre, various profiles (Specified by profile size)
Category mineral
Material Family Clay-Based
Regulatory Status Non-combustible
Density
1040-2000 kg/m³ kg/m³
Carbon (A1-A5)
0.24 kgCO2e/kg kgCO₂e
Fire Class
Non-combustible
Lifespan
50-100+ years yrs
Description

Terracotta baguette and louvre systems are architectural facade elements manufactured from natural clay through extrusion, drying, and kiln firing processes. These linear profiles serve as sunscreens, privacy screens, and decorative elements, offering exceptional durability, fire resistance, and thermal performance. Available in various cross-sections (rectangular, square, oval, circular, triangular) with standard dimensions from 50x50mm to 50x150mm and lengths up to 1800mm. The hollow core design provides thermal and acoustic benefits while reducing weight.

Primary Sectors
[Commercial][Residential][Healthcare]
Typical Uses
  • Commercial office facades
  • Residential building screens
  • Educational facility sunshades
  • Healthcare building ventilation screens
  • Cultural institution feature facades
  • Parking structure screening
  • Balcony privacy screens
  • Window shading systems
  • Curtain wall integration
  • Corner and parapet treatments
Recycled Content 0%
Renewable Content 100%
Recyclability 100%
Embodied Carbon 0.24 kgCO2e/kg kgCO₂e
Embodied Energy 2-3 MJ/kg MJ/kg
EPD Available No
Advantages
Non-combustible (NCC C2D10(5) compliant)50-100+ year service lifeLow maintenance requirementsUV resistant with permanent colourNatural material (100% clay)Thermal mass benefitsAcoustic absorption propertiesSuitable for all BAL ratingsTermite resistant100% recyclableSelf-cleaning properties availableMarine grade options available
Cautions
Higher initial cost than aluminium alternativesWeight considerations (25-35 kg/m² installed)Limited local manufacturing in AustraliaLead times 3-4 months for custom profilesBrittle material requiring careful handlingLimited flexibility in curved applicationsProfessional installation requiredTransport fragility concerns
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TECHNICAL DATA: PERFORMANCE PROPERTIES MIN-CLY-TIL-003
Density (Dry) 1040-2000 kg/m³ kg/m³
Specific Gravity 1.7-2.0
Porosity 15-25% %
Water Absorption <2% (Grade 1); 6-15% (standard) %
Hardness 5-6 Mohs
Surface Roughness Ra 0.5-10 μm μm
UV Resistance Excellent
Chemical Resistance High
pH Tolerance 3-14
Compressive Strength 18-40 MPa MPa
Tensile Strength 2-5 MPa MPa
Flexural Strength 12-25 MPa MPa
Shear Strength 3-8 MPa MPa
Elastic Modulus 10-25 GPa GPa
Impact Resistance Moderate J/m
Bearing Capacity 150-400 kPa kN/m²
Poisson's Ratio 0.15-0.25
Creep Resistance Excellent
Abrasion Resistance High
Thermal Conductivity 0.8-1.4 W/m·K W/mK
Thermal Resistance 0.036-0.188 m²·K/W m²K/W
Specific Heat Capacity 830-1670 J/kg·K J/kgK
Thermal Expansion 2-5 × 10⁻⁶/°C μm/m·K
Melting Point >1200°C °C
Ignition Temperature >1000°C °C
Noise Reduction Coeff. (NRC) Enhanced at 1000-4000Hz
Optical
Light Transmittance 0% %
Light Reflectance (LRV) 10-70% %
Solar Reflectance (SRI) 10-90

Terracotta facades originated in the late 1800s as decorative architectural elements. Modern baguette/louvre systems emerged in the 1980s with the development of rainscreen principles and advanced extrusion technology. The material gained prominence in sustainable architecture due to its natural composition, durability, and thermal mass properties. Australian adoption accelerated post-2000 with increased focus on passive design and non-combustible facade requirements following global facade fire incidents.

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SAFETY, ECOLOGY & INSTALLATION MIN-CLY-TIL-003
Flame Spread Index 0
Smoke Developed Index 0-3
Combustibility Class Non-combustible
Ignition Temperature >1000°C °C
Fire Resistance Rating Non-combustible hours
Heat Release Rate 0 kW/m² kW/m²
Toxicity of Combustion None
Embodied Carbon (A1-A3) 0.24 kgCO2e/kg kgCO₂e/kg
Embodied Energy 2-3 MJ/kg MJ/kg
Water Footprint 500-1000 L/m² L/kg
EPD Available No
Recycled Content 0%
Renewable Content 100%
LEED Points MR, EQ credits possible
Circular Economy Score High /100
VOC Emissions Zero g/L
Skill Level High
Crew Size 3-4 persons
Installation Time 20-40 m²/day hr/m²
Curing Time N/A hours
Setting Time Immediate min
Temperature Range 5-35°C °C
Humidity Range 20-80% RH %
Required Tools
Precision levelsAlignment toolsDrilling equipmentCustom connectorsCutting tools with diamond bladesLifting equipment for larger panels
Certifications Required
Facade contractor certificationWorking at heights
Weather Limitations
High windHeavy rainExtreme temperatures
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COMMERCIAL, LOGISTICS & REGULATORY MIN-CLY-TIL-003
Material Cost $100-500/m²
Installation Cost $80-150/m²
Annual Maintenance $2-5/m²
Lifecycle Cost (50yr) $3-8/m²/year
Market Availability Good
Lead Time 3-4 months custom; 6-12 weeks standard weeks
Design Life 50-100+ years years
Warranty Period 15-25 years years
Maintenance Interval Annual inspection months
Service Temp Range -40 to +70°C °C
Freeze/Thaw Resistance Grade 1 (-15 to -20°C)
Dimensional Stability Excellent (<0.1% movement)
Certifications Held
AS/NZS 4456 series - Masonry units testingAS/NZS 4284:2008 - Facade testingGreen Star materials credits eligibleNABERS embodied carbon eligibleZero VOC emissionsNon-toxic material certification
Fire Code Compliance
AS 1530.1 - Non-combustibleAS 3959:2018 - All BAL ratingsAS 1530.3 - Indices 0/0/0/3
Standards Compliance
NCC 2022 C2D10(5) - Non-combustible materialNCC Section J - Thermal performance contributionASTM C67 - Sampling and testingASTM C126 - Ceramic glazed unitsISO 10545 - Ceramic tiles methodsEN 14411 - Ceramic tiles definitions

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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