What is the life of AAC block?

What is the life of AAC block?

Fire resistance – AAC blocks can offer fire resistance of up to 7 hours (8” wall), based on their core thickness. On the other hand, red clay bricks can provide close to 2 hours of fire resistance.

Is AAC block good for load bearing?

AAC blocks can be used both in load bearing walls as well as non-load bearing or partition walls. Their maximum use is being made in RCC-framed structures where these blocks fill up the wall panel spaces between column and beam network.

What are the disadvantages of AAC blocks?

Disadvantages of AAC Blocks

Sr.No.	Detail
1	Cost
2	Crack in walls
3	Nailing vs. Drilling
4	Installation During Rainy Weather

How do you keep AAC blocks from cracking?

AAC blocks should be stored under a shade away from rain. These blocks should be dried well before use. All the cracks appeared on the AAC Block finished surface on internal and external wall only. I visited the project during the construction of the building.

How do I check quality of AAC blocks?

2. AAC Blocks have a compressive strength of an average (3-4.5) N/mm³. This is superior to most types of light weight blocks….Specification :-

Size	mm	600 x 200 x (75 to 300),
Compressive Strength	N/mm 2	3 – 4.5 (IS 2185 part 3)
Normal Dry Density	Kg / m 3	550 – 650
Size Tolerance	mm	± 1.5

What is the cost of 1 AAC block?

The AAC block price for rectangular AAC bricks having size (length X height X weight) of 600mm x 200mm x 250mm can range between Rs 2,000 and Rs 3,500 per cubic meter. The AAC blocks sizes and prices differ, depending on the manufacturer.

Is AAC block waterproof?

Moisture-proof The macro-pores inside AAC blocks ensure low absorption of water. Thus, they provide better moisture protection.

Is AAC block reusable?

What is AAC Block? Autoclaved aerated concrete AAC has many names like autoclaved cellular concrete, autoclaved lightweight concrete, porous concrete, aircrete, etc. AAC is lightweight precast foam concrete. These blocks are porous, reusable, non-toxic, renewable, and recyclable also.

What is the cost of AAC block?

Questions & Answers on AAC Block

Size	Min Price	Max Price
12 In. X 4 In. X 2 In.	Rs 2600/Cubic Meter	Rs 3150/Cubic Meter
12 In. X 4 In. X 2 In.	Rs 40/Piece	Rs 80/Piece
9 In. X 4 In. X 3 In.	Rs 2800/Cubic Meter	Rs 3050/Cubic Meter
9 In. X 4 In. X 3 In.	Rs 40/Piece	Rs 55/Piece

Does AAC blocks require curing?

No curing is required neither for AAC blocks or adhesive. High tensile strength is achieved in less time. As the thickness of the adhesive is very thin, it eliminates the shrinkage cracks in joints. As the adhesive is polymer-based, it has low VOC and suitable for green buildings.

How do you increase AAC block strength?

The bond strength may be enhanced by changing the bed face of AAC block from plain to rough texture. Here, the bond strength of a grooved AAC masonry was studied. Producing the grooved AAC block is found to be practically feasible in the existing manufacturing set-up through mold modification method.

What is the water absorption of AAC block?

AAC block: Features

Colour	Greyish-white
Energy efficiency	25\% reduction in air-conditioning costs
Thermal efficiency	Three times higher than clay bricks
Water absorption	About 10\% of its weight
Sound insulation	42 dB (approximately)