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The gap along the boundary surface between the mortar or adhesive and the base is designated AF-S (Appendix A, Figure A.1); the gap between the tile and the mortar or adhesive is designated AF-T (Appendix A, Figure A.2). In both cases, the test results are equal to the adhesive strength. According to EN 12004.
The value, in Newtons, at which the test sample is destroyed is determined on the scale of the device. According to ISO 10545-4.
Decantation (from the French decanter - to decant - to drain), draining liquid from settled sediment. According to TSB.
Technological size, including seam width. According to EN 14411.
The ability of a tile to withstand, under certain conditions, a certain number of freezing and thawing cycles without the subsequent appearance of defects on the glazed surface and (or) destruction of the shard. According to ST SEV 3979.
A mixture of synthetic resin, mineral fillers and organic additives, the hardening of which is carried out due to a chemical reaction. According to EN 12004.
The ratio of the speed of rebound to the speed of impact between two striking bodies. According to ISO 10545-5.
A flat, usually thin-walled, glazed or unglazed product made from ceramic mass, used for external or internal cladding of walls and wall panels, as well as for flooring. According to ST SEV 3979.
