Pitched roofing CUPA 17

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Presentation
CUPA 17 is a non‑carbonate natural slate formed by tectonic compression. Dark grey colour with regular flatness. Contains very slight metallic inclusions that are non‑oxidizing. Splitting available in nominal thicknesses of 3.5 mm, 4.5 mm and 7.5 mm.

Colour / Texture

• Colour: Dark grey
• Texture: Smooth

Formats and thicknesses
Formats: from 25x15 cm up to 50x45 cm
Thickness: 3.5 mm, 4.5 mm, 7.5 mm

Origin
Rozadais quarry. Casayo, Carballeda de Valdeorras (Orense), Spain.

Start of exploitation
In production since 1960.

Selections

• Excellence
• Roofer
• Natural
• Innovation

Models
The most common model in Europe is the rectangular model.

International certifications

• EN 12326
• 08/01 Nº24945
• ATG/H657
• BS EN 12326:2014

Characteristics / Technical specifications

• Water absorption: 0.08% (Code: W1 < 0.4%)
• Carbonate content (non‑carbonate): 0.60% (Complies < 1.5%)
• Average characteristic breaking load (longitudinal): 53 MPa
• SO2 exposure: S1
• Thermal cycle: T1
• Frost resistance: Complies (< 0.6%)
• Colour: Dark grey
• Texture: Smooth
• Nominal thicknesses: 3.5 mm; 4.5 mm; 7.5 mm
• Formats: 25x15 cm up to 50x45 cm