Product Details:
| Size | 15 mm |
| Packaging Size | 20 KGS BAGS |
| Usage/Application | Agriculture |
| Packaging Type | HDPE |
| Grade Standard | CONSTRUCTION / HORTICULTURE |
| Form | BEAD / CLAY BALLS |
| Brand | ASTRRA |
| Color | BROWN |
| Surface Finish | SMOTH |
| Material | EXPANDED CLAY |
| Country of Origin | Made in India |
Light Brown Expanded Clay Aggregates – Uses & Applications
Overview:
Light Brown Expanded Clay Aggregates (LECA) are lightweight, porous, and thermally treated clay pellets widely used across construction, horticulture, and industrial applications. They are inert, durable, and have excellent insulation and drainage properties.
Lightweight Concrete: Used as an aggregate to produce lightweight concrete blocks, panels, and precast elements, reducing structural load.
Roof & Floor Insulation: Provides thermal and acoustic insulation in roofs, floors, and walls.
Geotechnical Fills: Ideal for backfilling retaining walls, bridge abutments, and road embankments to reduce soil pressure.
Drainage Layer: Acts as a drainage medium under slabs, pavements, and green roofs.
Soil Aeration & Drainage: Mixed with soil to improve aeration, water retention, and prevent root rot.
Hydroponics & Aquaponics: Used as a growing medium due to its inert and pH-neutral nature.
Mulching & Decoration: Serves as a decorative top layer for pots and planters, retaining moisture and preventing weed growth.
Green Roofs & Vertical Gardens: Offers lightweight support with excellent water management.
Filtration Media: Used in biological and mechanical filtration systems for aquariums, ponds, and treatment plants.
Biofilm Support: Provides large surface area for microbial growth in wastewater treatment processes.
Oil Spill Absorption: Absorbs oil and chemical spills due to its porous structure.
Fireproofing Material: Acts as a non-combustible filler in fire-resistant construction materials.
Acoustic Insulation: Used in walls and panels to reduce sound transmission.
Key Benefits:
✔ Lightweight yet strong
✔ Chemically inert and non-toxic
✔ Thermal and sound insulation
✔ Reusable and environmentally friendly
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