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Aluminum Sheets & Plates – Lightweight, Durable, and Versatile
Available in a wide range of thicknesses and grades for construction, automotive, signage, electronics, and precision machining. Slitting, surface finishing and CNC cutting supported.
What Are Aluminum Sheets & Plates?
Aluminum sheet and plate are flat-rolled products made from pure aluminum or alloyed aluminum. Sheets are typically thinner (<6mm), while plates are thicker and used in structural or industrial settings.
Key Features:Lightweight & corrosion resistant、Excellent thermal & electrical conductivity、Non-magnetic and recyclable、Available in decorative & technical finishes
Commonly supplied in:
Mill finish、Brushed or polished、Anodized (color or clear)、Embossed (e.g. 5-bar tread plate)
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| Property | Details |
|---|---|
| Alloy Grades | 1050, 1060, 1100, 3003, 3105, 5005, 5052, 5754, 6061, 6063, 7075 |
| Thickness | 0.2mm – 150mm |
| Width | Up to 2000mm |
| Length | Up to 6000mm or custom |
| Temper | H14, H24, H32, O, T6, T651 |
| Surface Finish | Mill, anodized, embossed, powder-coated, brushed |
| Standard | ASTM B209, EN573, JIS H4000, GB/T 3880 |
* Custom cutting, protective film lamination, and CNC punching available.
Performance Characteristics and Applications of Aluminum Sheets
I. Performance Characteristics
1. Lightweight and High Strength: Aluminum sheets have a density approximately one-third that of steel. Alloying significantly enhances their strength, resulting in a lightweight yet high load-bearing capacity, making them suitable for weight-sensitive structural designs.
2. Excellent Corrosion Resistance: An oxide film easily forms on the surface, effectively resisting corrosion from the atmosphere, humid environments, and chemicals, extending service life and reducing maintenance costs.
3. Excellent Thermal and Electrical Conductivity: As a highly efficient thermal and electrical conductor, aluminum sheets are widely used in heat dissipation systems, electronic equipment, and power transmission, improving energy efficiency and reliability.
4. Excellent Processing Performance: Easy to cut, bend, weld, and form, with high plasticity, supporting customized complex geometries to meet diverse design needs.
5. Environmental Protection and Recyclability: Aluminum sheets are 100% recyclable, with a high residual value, conforming to sustainable development principles and reducing resource waste and environmental pollution.
II. Main Applications
1. Construction
Curtain Walls and Decoration: Aluminum panels are used in building exterior walls, beams, columns, canopies, etc., offering lightweight construction, weather resistance, and a wide range of colors to enhance architectural aesthetics.
Interior Applications: Such as ceilings and partitions, utilizing their easy-to-clean and fire-resistant properties to optimize spatial functionality and safety.
2. Transportation
Automotive and High-Speed Rail: Used in body panels, interior trim, and sound barriers to reduce weight and enhance corrosion resistance, improving fuel efficiency and passenger comfort.
Subways and Aviation: Lightweight design reduces energy consumption while meeting high strength and durability requirements.
3. Electronics and Appliances
Radiators and Housings: Utilizing their thermal conductivity, they are widely used in heat dissipation components and housings for electronic devices such as mobile phones and computers, ensuring stable equipment operation.
Power Transmission: As a conductive material, used in busbars, cables, etc., to improve power transmission efficiency and reliability.
4. Home Furnishings and Consumer Goods
Kitchen Equipment: Such as cabinet panels and appliance housings, scratch-resistant and easy to clean, improving product durability and user experience. Daily-use hardware: Including furniture, lighting fixtures, etc., combining aesthetics and functionality to meet the needs of modern life.
5. Industry and Packaging
Machinery manufacturing: Used for molds and structural components, supporting high-precision machining and complex processes.
Packaging materials: Lightweight and moisture-proof, suitable for food, pharmaceutical, and other packaging, ensuring product safety and efficient transportation.
Processing & Packaging
Slitting, shearing, leveling, and deburring
One-side or double-side PE protective film
Laser cutting or punching by drawing
Standard seaworthy wooden pallet + moisture protection
Bundle ID/label + barcoding as per customer request
Why Choose Xishang?
- Full inventory of pure and alloy aluminum grades
- Anodizing, brushing, coating and embossing services
- Precision tolerance cutting and CNC shaping
- Low MOQ and flexible mixed grade orders
- Export-grade packaging and protective film wrapping
- SGS/BV/ISO certification with full MTC available
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is the difference between aluminum sheet and plate?
A:
Sheets are typically under 6mm thick, used for cladding, signage, or decoration. Plates are 6mm+ and used for machining, molds, and structural purposes.
Q2: Which grade is best for corrosion resistance?
A:
5052 and 5754 offer excellent corrosion resistance, especially in marine and industrial environments.
Q3: Do you provide colored anodized or brushed aluminum sheets?
A:
Yes. We offer various surface treatments including brushed, colored anodizing, mirror, and matte finishes.
Q4: Can I order small quantities for trial?
A:
Absolutely. Our MOQ starts at 1 ton per grade and we support mixed-spec orders.
Q5: Is customized size and edge trimming available?
A:
Yes. We can cut to any specific width/length and deburr or polish edges as needed.
