IS 13317:1992 specifies the requirements for handmade clay roofing country tiles, including half round and flat types, used widely in India. It covers classification, dimensions, tolerances, physical and mechanical properties such as water absorption and breaking load, and quality control measures. This standard applies to manufacturers, quality inspectors, and engineers involved in the production, testing, and use of clay roofing tiles to ensure durability and performance in roofing applications.
Overview
IS 13317:1992 specifies the requirements for handmade clay roofing country tiles, including half round and flat types, used widely in India. It covers classification, dimensions, tolerances, physical and mechanical properties such as water absorption and breaking load, and quality control measures. This standard applies to manufacturers, quality inspectors, and engineers involved in the production, testing, and use of clay roofing tiles to ensure durability and performance in roofing applications.
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Scope: Covers dimensions, classification, and conformity criteria for half round and flat clay roofing tiles.
| Tile Type | Size | Overall Length (mm) | Overall Width (mm) Wide End | Narrow End |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Half Round Tile | I | 200 | 105 | 85 |
| II | 250 | 120 | 95 | |
| Flat Tile | I | 200 | 175 | 145 |
| II | 250 | 200 | 160 |
Additional dimensions (a, b, c, d, e) for laying patterns are provided for precise fitting.
| Characteristic | Class AA Half Round | Class A Half Round | Class AA Flat | Class A Flat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Water Absorption | 19% | 24% | 19% | 24% |
| Min Breaking Load | ||||
| - Average | 0.40 kN (40 kg) | 0.30 kN (30 kg) | 0.35 kN (35 kg) | 0.25 kN (25 kg) |
| - Individual | 0.35 kN (35 kg) | 0.25 kN (25 kg) | 0.30 kN (30 kg) | 0.20 kN (20 kg) |
graph TD
A[Clay Roofing Tiles] --> B[Half Round Tile]
A --> C[Flat Tile]
B --> B1[Size I: 200x105/
IS 13317 - Referenced Standards: Key Specifications & Tables
| Tile Type | Size | Overall Length (mm) | Overall Width Wide End (mm) | Overall Width Narrow End (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Half Round Tile | I | 200 | 105 | 85 |
| II | 250 | 120 | 95 | |
| Flat Tile | I | 200 | 175 | 145 |
| II | 250 | 200 | 160 |
| Tile Type | Size | a (mm) | b (mm) | c (mm) | d (mm) | e (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Half Round Tile | I | 200 | 105 | 85 | 50 | 40 |
| II | 250 | 120 | 95 | 60 | 45 | |
| Flat Tile | I | 200 | 175 | 145 | 20 | 20 |
| II | 250 | 200 | 160 | 25 | 25 |
graph TD
A[Tile Type] --> B[Half Round Tile]
A --> C[Flat Tile]
B --> B1[Size I: 200x105x85 mm]
B --> B2[Size II: 250x
IS 13317: Definitions & Key Specifications for Clay Country Roofing Tiles
| Tile Type | Class | Max Water Absorption (%) | Min Breaking Load (kN) | Min Breaking Load (kg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Half Round Tile | AA | 19 | 0.40 (Average) | 40 |
| A | 24 | 0.30 (Average) | 30 | |
| Flat Tile | AA | 19 | 0.35 (Average) | 35 |
| A | 24 | 0.25 (Average) | 25 |
| Tile Type | Size | Overall Length (mm) | Overall Width Wide End (mm) | Overall Width Narrow End (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Half Round Tile | I | 200 | 105 | 85 |
| II | 250 | 120 | 95 | |
| Flat Tile | I | 200 | 175 | 145 |
| II | 250 | 200 | 160 |
| Tile Type | Size | a (Length) | b (Width Wide End) | c (Width Narrow End) | d (Thickness) | e (Thickness) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Half Round Tile | I | 200 | 105 | 85 | 50 | 40 |
| II | 250 | 120 | 95 | 60 | 45 | |
IS 13317: Classification of Clay Country Roofing Tiles
Tiles are classified into two types and two classes:
| Tile Type | Class AA | Class A |
|---|---|---|
| Half Round | Water Absorption ≤ 19%<br>Breaking Load Avg ≥ 0.40 kN (40 kg)<br>Individual ≥ 0.35 kN (35 kg) | Water Absorption ≤ 24%<br>Breaking Load Avg ≥ 0.30 kN (30 kg)<br>Individual ≥ 0.25 kN (25 kg) |
| Flat Tile | Water Absorption ≤ 19%<br>Breaking Load Avg ≥ 0.35 kN (35 kg)<br>Individual ≥ 0.30 kN (30 kg) | Water Absorption ≤ 24%<br>Breaking Load Avg ≥ 0.25 kN (25 kg)<br>Individual ≥ 0.20 kN (20 kg) |
| Tile Type | Size | Overall Length (mm) | Overall Width (mm) Wide End | Overall Width (mm) Narrow End |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Half Round Tile | Size I | 200 | 105 | 85 |
| Size II | 250 | 120 | 95 | |
| Flat Tile | Size I | 200 | 175 | 145 |
| Size II | 250 | 200 | 160 |
flowchart TD
A[Clay Country Roofing Tiles]
A --> B[Half Round Tile]
A --> C[Flat Tile]
B --> B1[Class AA: Abs ≤ 19%, Load Avg ≥ 0.40 kN]
B --> B2[Class A: Abs ≤ 24%, Load Avg ≥ 0.30 kN]
C
IS 13317: General Quality Requirements for Country Roofing Tiles
| Tile Type | Size | Overall Length (mm) | Overall Width (mm) Wide End | Overall Width (mm) Narrow End |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Half Round Tile | I | 200 | 105 | 85 |
| II | 250 | 120 | 95 | |
| Flat Tile | I | 200 | 175 | 145 |
| II | 250 | 200 | 160 |
| Tile Type | Size | a (mm) | b (mm) | c (mm) | d (mm) | e (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Half Round Tile | I | 200 | 105 | 85 | 50 | 40 |
| II | 250 | 120 | 95 | 60 | 45 | |
| Flat Tile | I | 200 | 175 | 145 | 20 | 20 |
| II | 250 | 200 | 160 | 25 | 25 |
| Lot Size (tiles) | Sample Size | Max Defective Tiles Allowed |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 2,000 | 22 | 3 |
| 2,001 to 5,000 | 35 | 5 |
| 5,001 to 10,000 | 50 | 7 |
| Above 10,000 | 80 | 10 |
IS 13317 - Dimensions and Tolerances for Country Tiles
| Tile Type | Size | Overall Length (mm) | Overall Width (mm) Wide End | Overall Width (mm) Narrow End |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Half Round Tile | I | 200 | 105 | 85 |
| II | 250 | 120 | 95 | |
| Flat Tile | I | 200 | 175 | 145 |
| II | 250 | 200 | 160 |
[ \text{Tolerance} = \pm 0.05 \times \text{Dimension} ]
Example: For a 200 mm length tile, tolerance = ±10 mm.
flowchart LR
A[Tile Dimensions] --> B[Length & Width]
B --> C{Tolerance ±5%}
C --> D[Max Gap at Corners ≤ 8 mm]
D --> E[Structural Rigidity Ensured]
This ensures tiles fit well with minimal gaps and maintain strength.
IS 13317: Sampling and Criteria for Conformity
| Lot Size | Sample Size | Permissible Defective Tiles |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 2,000 | 22 | 3 |
| 2,001 to 5,000 | 35 | 5 |
| 5,001 to 10,000 | 50 | 7 |
| Above 10,000 | 80 | 10 |
| Tile Type | Size | Overall Length (mm) | Overall Width (Wide/Narrow) (mm) | Dimensions a,b,c,d,e (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Half Round Tile | I | 200 | 105 / 85 | a=200, b=105, c=85, d=50, e=40 |
| II | 250 | 120 / 95 | a=250, b=120, c=95, d=60, e=45 | |
| Flat Tile | I | 200 | 175 / 145 | a=200, b=175, c=145, d=20, e=20 |
| II | 250 | 200 / 160 | a=250, b=200, c=160, d=25, e=25 |
flowchart TD
A[Start: Lot Size Known] --> B{Lot Size}
B -->|≤2000| C[Sample 22 Tiles]
B -->|2001-5000| D[Sample 35 Tiles
IS 13317 - Strength Requirements for Clay Country Roofing Tiles
| Tile Type | Class | Breaking Load (kN) - Average Minimum | Breaking Load (kN) - Individual Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Round Tile | AA | 0.40 (40 kg) | 0.35 (35 kg) |
| Half Round Tile | A | 0.30 (30 kg) | 0.25 (25 kg) |
| Flat Tile | AA | 0.35 (35 kg) | 0.30 (30 kg) |
| Flat Tile | A | 0.25 (25 kg) | 0.20 (20 kg) |
flowchart TD
A[Test 6 Specimens] --> B{Each Specimen Breaking Load}
B --> |≥ Individual Min| C[Pass Individual Criteria]
B --> |< Individual Min| D[Fail]
C --> E[Calculate Average]
E --> |≥ Average Min| F[Pass Overall Strength]
E --> |< Average Min| G[Fail]
This ensures compliance with IS 13317 strength requirements for clay roofing tiles.
IS 13317: Non-Compliance with Tests — Key Points
| Lot Size | Sample Size | Permissible Number of Defective Tiles |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 2,000 | 22 | 3 |
| 2,001 to 5,000 | 35 | 5 |
| 5,001 to 10,000 | 50 | 7 |
| 10,000 and above | 80 | 10 |
| Tile Type | Overall Length (mm) | Overall Width Wide End (mm) | Overall Width Narrow End (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Round I | 200 | 105 | 85 |
| Half Round II | 250 | 120 | 95 |
| Flat Tile I | 200 | 175 | 145 |
| Flat Tile II | 250 | 200 | 160 |
flowchart TD
A[Lot of Tiles] --> B{Sample Size per Lot}
B -->|Within Permissible Defects| C[Lot Accepted]
B -->|Exceeds Permissible Defects| D[Lot Rejected]
A --> E[Breaking Load Test]
E -->|Meets Criteria| C
E -->|Fails| D
Use these tables and clauses for quality control and acceptance criteria per IS 13317.
Clause 10.1: Marking Requirements
Clause 10.1.1: Standard Mark
| Tile Type | Size | Overall Length (mm) | Overall Width Wide End (mm) | Overall Width Narrow End (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Half Round Tile | I | 200 | 105 | 85 |
| II | 250 | 120 | 95 | |
| Flat Tile | I | 200 | 175 | 145 |
| II | 250 | 200 | 160 |
flowchart LR
A[Roofing Tile] --> B[Marking]
B --> C{Marking Type}
C --> D[Source of Manufacture]
C --> E[Standard Mark (optional)]
B --> F[Max 5% tile area]
IS 13317: Water Absorption Test for Tiles
[ \text{Percentage Absorption} = \frac{B - A}{A} \times 100 ]
flowchart TD
A[Dry Specimen] -->|Weigh| B[Weight A]
B --> C[Immerse 24h in Cold Water]
C --> D[Weigh Wet Specimen]
D --> E[Weight B]
E --> F[Calculate % Absorption = (B-A)/A * 100]
F --> G[Check if (X + 0.5R) ≤ Limit from Table 1]
This ensures tile quality and durability against moisture ingress.
Breaking Load Test Procedure (IS 13317)
Test Specimens:
Test Setup:
Acceptance Criteria (Clause 7.5.4 & Table 1):
graph LR
A[Load Application] --> B[Tapered Wooden Plate]
B --> C[Tile (Half Round)]
C --> D[Lower Bearing Roller]
D --> E[Rigid MS Plate]
E --> F[Proving Ring + Dial Gauge]
| Tile Type | Min. Breaking Load (Individual) | Min. Breaking Load (Average) |
|---|---|---|
| Type A | 500 kgf | 600 kgf |
| Type B | 700 kgf | 800 kgf |
(Refer to actual IS 13317 Table 1 for exact values)
[ \text{Average Breaking Load} = \frac{\sum_{i=1}^6 \text{Breaking Load}_i}{6} ]
Ensure: Test conditions, specimen preparation, and equipment calibration follow IS 13317 Annex B for valid results.
Frequently Asked
According to IS 13317, the maximum allowable water absorption percentages for clay country roofing tiles are:
| Tile Type | Class AA (Max %) | Class A (Max %) |
|---|---|---|
| Half Round | 19% | 24% |
| Flat Tile | 19% | 24% |
This classification helps ensure the tiles have adequate strength and durability for roofing applications.
If you need further details on testing methods or breaking load requirements, please ask!
According to IS 13317 (Annex B, Clauses 3.1 & 2.1), the breaking load test for clay roofing tiles is conducted as follows:
Sample Preparation:
Test Setup:
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Reporting:
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This method ensures standardized, reproducible breaking load values for quality control.
IS 13317: Dimensions & Tolerances for Half Round & Flat Country Tiles
| Tile Type | Size | Overall Length (mm) | Overall Width Wide End (mm) | Overall Width Narrow End (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Half Round | I | 200 | 105 | 85 |
| II | 250 | 120 | 95 | |
| Flat Tile | I | 200 | 175 | 145 |
| II | 250 | 200 | 160 |
This ensures tiles fit well with minimal gaps and adequate strength for roofing applications.
Under IS 13317, the following quality defects are not permitted in roofing tiles:
| Lot Size | Sample Size | Max Defective Tiles Allowed |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 2,000 | 22 | 3 |
| 2,001 to 5,000 | 35 | 5 |
| 5,001 to 10,000 | 50 | 7 |
| Above 10,000 | 80 | 10 |
Tiles exceeding these defect limits are considered non-conforming.
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According to IS 13317 Clause 7.5.1, conformity of a lot of roofing tiles is determined by satisfying all conditions from Clauses 7.5.2 to 7.5.5, which include:
| Lot Size | Sample Size | Max Defective Tiles Allowed |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 2,000 | 22 | 3 |
| 2,001 to 5,000 | 35 | 5 |
| 5,001 to 10,000 | 50 | 7 |
| Above 10,000 | 80 | 10 |
A lot is conforming if the sampled tiles meet dimensional, water absorption, and strength criteria, and the number of defective tiles does not exceed the permissible limit.
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This ensures quality control per IS 13317.
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