Plastic Tile Spacers | Office buildings, residential tiling | - Material: Durable plastic/PE (ASTM D638: 25MPa tensile strength ▲1 vs Industry Standard 20MPa) - Thickness: 0.3mm-3.0mm (Industry Standard: 2.0mm; Advanced 3.0mm ▲1) - Waterproof: IPX7 rated (withstands 30min submersion ▲2 vs IPX5) - CE Certified (EN 1341:2002 safety standards) | Lightweight, cost-effective, easy installation (snap-fit design reduces setup time by 40%), waterproof for wet areas | Lower heat resistance (melts at 80°C vs ceramic’s 120°C), may deform in extreme temperatures |
Ceramic Tile Spacers | High-traffic commercial areas, outdoor use | - Material: Ceramic (ASTM C62: 1200 psi compressive strength) - Thickness: 2-3mm (matches Industry Standard) - Non-waterproof (requires sealant) | High heat resistance (120°C+), long-lasting, non-deformable under pressure | Heavyweight, costly (2x plastic), harder to install, prone to chipping |
Metal Tile Spacers | Industrial settings, heavy-duty projects | - Material: Metal alloy (ASTM A36: 250MPa yield strength) - Thickness: 2-4mm (Advanced 4mm ▲1 vs Standard 3mm) - Conductive (non-waterproof) | Extreme durability, withstands heavy loads (500kg/m²), rigid alignment | Prone to rust without coating, expensive (3x plastic), requires corrosion protection |
Reusable Tile Spacers | Large-scale projects, repeat use | - Material: Reinforced plastic (ISO 179: 10J impact resistance) - Thickness: 1.5-3.0mm (Advanced 3.0mm ▲1) - 100+ reuse cycles (ASTM D3895) | Reduces material waste, cost-effective over time, lightweight | Higher upfront cost, requires careful storage to avoid damage |
Disposable Tile Spacers | Small DIY projects, temporary use | - Material: Lightweight plastic (ISO 179: 5J impact resistance) - Thickness: 1-2mm (Basic tier) - Single-use design | Inexpensive ($0.10/unit), no cleanup needed | Single-use increases waste, less durable (breaks under heavy pressure) |
Self-Leveling Tile Spacers | Uneven surfaces, professional tiling | - Material: Plastic with integrated leveling feet (ASTM F2115: ±0.5mm accuracy) - Thickness: 2-3mm (Advanced 3mm ▲1) - Auto-adjusts to surface imperfections | Ensures perfect alignment on uneven surfaces, reduces labor time | More complex installation, higher cost (2x standard spacers) |