Amazing Lightness Through the pyro- process, clay is expanded like popcorn and becomes porous, the cellular

structure of Leca aggregate optimizes density and resistance ratio of Leca. Therefore Leca could play an important role as a raw material to produce other
lightweight concrete products and be a fantastic solution to iron out weight issues in projects, in addition to its further benefits and improvements.

Physical and chemical Properties

Leca is formed into round shape of individual pellet and irregular shape with a rough surface. lts color is light to dark brown. Leca is free from organic substances and is non- decomposable material, nor even under high temperature or humidity condition loses its

features. Leca pH is about 7, and also is a high resistant material

against acids and solvents.

Compressive Strength
with a stable structure and is not compactable, due to outer compact and resistant shell structure, comparing to other lightweight aggregate, Leca has remarkable compressive strength. Leca aggregates stick together by adding a low ratio of cement, which is great for supporting the low load, used for non- structural construction components (floors, partition walls, supports ,..)
Leca enjoys

Natural and Environmentaly-Friendly

not release silica, nor fibrous substances radon gas or other harmful materials even in case of fire. Leca is a natural and eco-friendly product.
Leca contains no silica and obviously does

Thermal lnsulation
Leca aggregate with low thermal conductivity (approximate 0.1 w/mk) could be used in many products (such as Block, Grout ...) to increase

thermal resistance.

Sound lnsulation
The cellular and porous of Leca structure contributes to assure noise absorption and also has insulating property, so Leca can be utilized

for sound insulating and noise damping purposes. This application is useful in schools, libraries, hotels etc.

Fire Resistance
When tested according to the procedures of ASTM E 1,1,9, structural LWC of slabs, walls, and beams have demonstrated greater

fire-endurance periods than equivalent- thickness members made with normal density aggregate.
Superior performance is according to ACI 2l-3, due to a combination

of lower thermal conductivity (lower temperature rises on unexposed surfaces), lower coefficient of thermal expansion
(lower forces developed under restraint), and the inherent thermal stability developed by aggregates that have been already exposed to temperatures greater than 1.0930c during preprocessing.