Sheets & Plates

Sheets and plates are flat-rolled metal products commonly used in a variety of industries, including construction, automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing. The primary difference between sheets and plates lies in their thickness: sheets are generally thinner, typically less than 6mm thick, while plates are thicker, often exceeding 6mm. These products are available in a range of materials, including carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and alloys, each offering unique properties such as strength, durability, and resistance to corrosion.

Steel sheets and plates are used in applications where strength and toughness are crucial, such as structural components, pressure vessels, and machinery parts. Stainless steel sheets and plates, with their excellent resistance to rust and staining, are commonly used in environments exposed to moisture, chemicals, and high temperatures, making them ideal for use in industries like food processing, chemical processing, and marine construction. Aluminum sheets and plates are lightweight, corrosion-resistant, and highly workable, making them popular in the transportation, aerospace, and architectural sectors.

Sheets and plates are produced in various finishes, such as polished, brushed, or matte, depending on the aesthetic and functional requirements. They are often cut, bent, welded, or otherwise formed to meet specific design needs in both industrial and commercial projects. The material grade and specification of sheets and plates are critical in ensuring they meet the mechanical and chemical properties required for their intended application, with standards like ASTM, ASME, and EN governing their quality and performance.

Sheet and Plate Sizes:
1) Sheet Thickness:
★ Sheet Metal: Typically up to 6 mm in thickness.
★ Plate Metal: Thickness greater than 6 mm.
★ Gauge System: Often used to define the thickness of thinner sheets (e.g., 20 gauge, 16 gauge, etc.).

2) Common Thickness:
★ Standard Sheets: 0.5 mm to 6 mm thick.
★ Standard Plates: 6 mm to 100 mm thick.
★ Heavy Plates: Above 100 mm.

3) Standard Widths:
★ 1000 mm (1 meter).
★ 1220 mm (4 feet).
★ 1500 mm (5 feet).
★ 2000 mm (2 meters).

4) Standard Lengths:
★ 2000 mm (2 meters).
★ 2440 mm (8 feet).
★ 3000 mm (10 feet).
★ 6000 mm (20 feet).

5) Custom Sizes: Plates can be supplied in custom lengths, widths, and thicknesses for specific applications.