Our Sheet Metal Materials Range
With more than 15 years of sheet-metal fabrication experience, we supply a wide range of standard and custom-specified materials for global B2B clients. Materials are sourced to applicable ASTM, ISO, or DIN standards, and we provide end-to-end processing from cutting and bending to welding and assembly. Send us your drawings and material requirements for a custom recommendation.
Sheet-Metal Materials We Offer
Sheet-metal fabrication is widely used in aerospace, automotive, medical, and industrial applications because it supports repeatable production across a broad range of metals.
BW processes a broad range of sheet-metal materials, each selected for the properties required by the application. Our 50,000-square-foot facility includes production and inspection equipment that supports consistent quality and efficient lead times. Commonly used materials include the following:
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Cold Rolled Steel (CRS) |
A smooth, cost-effective carbon steel ideal for general sheet metal applications. Offers good formability and weldability, making it perfect for enclosures, brackets, and structural components. |
Thickness: 0.5mm – 6.0mm Tensile Strength: ~300-450 MPa Surface Finish Options: Powder coating, electroplating, painting Applications: Industrial enclosures, machine frames, consumer product housings |
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Hot Rolled Steel (HRS) |
A robust carbon steel with a mill finish, ideal for heavy-duty structural parts. Less precise than CRS but offers high strength and durability for load-bearing components. |
Thickness: 1.5mm – 12.0mm Tensile Strength: ~350-550 MPa Surface Finish Options: Priming, powder coating, painting Applications: Heavy machinery frames, construction brackets, truck body components |
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Galvanized Steel |
Steel coated with a zinc layer to resist corrosion, ideal for outdoor and high-humidity environments. Maintains good formability while providing long-term rust protection. |
Thickness: 0.5mm – 4.0mm Zinc Coating: G60 – G90 (standard) Surface Finish Options: Clear coat, powder coating, painting Applications: Outdoor cabinets, HVAC components, automotive underbody parts |
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Galvalume Steel |
A zinc-aluminum-alloy-coated steel that offers better corrosion resistance than standard galvanized steel. Ideal for long-term outdoor exposure and architectural applications. |
Thickness: 0.4mm – 3.0mm Alloy Coating: 55% aluminum-zinc Surface Finish Options: Pre-painted, clear coat, bare Applications: Building cladding, outdoor telecom cabinets, solar panel frames |
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Stainless Steel 304 |
The most versatile stainless steel, offering excellent corrosion resistance, formability, and hygiene. Ideal for food, medical, and general industrial applications. |
Thickness: 0.4mm – 8.0mm Tensile Strength: ~500-700 MPa Surface Finish Options: Brushed, polished, passivation, electroplating Applications: Food processing equipment, medical devices, kitchen appliances, industrial tanks |
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Stainless Steel 316 |
A marine-grade stainless steel with superior corrosion resistance, especially against saltwater and chemicals. Ideal for harsh environments and high-precision applications. |
Thickness: 0.5mm – 8.0mm Tensile Strength: ~500-750 MPa Surface Finish Options: Brushed, polished, passivation Applications: Marine hardware, chemical processing equipment, surgical instruments, offshore components |
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Aluminum 5052 |
The most common aluminum alloy for sheet metal, offering good corrosion resistance, formability, and weldability. Lightweight and ideal for general-purpose enclosures and housings. |
Thickness: 0.5mm – 6.0mm Tensile Strength: ~230-280 MPa Surface Finish Options: Anodizing, powder coating, brushing, polishing Applications: Electronic enclosures, automotive body panels, marine components, appliance housings |
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Aluminum 6061 |
A high-strength aluminum alloy with excellent machinability and heat treatability. Ideal for structural components requiring strength and lightweight performance. |
Thickness: 0.8mm – 12.0mm Tensile Strength: ~240-310 MPa (T6 temper) Surface Finish Options: Anodizing, powder coating, polishing Applications: Structural frames, aerospace components, heat sinks, bicycle frames |
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Aluminum 7075 |
A high-strength aerospace aluminum alloy that offers an exceptional strength-to-weight ratio. Ideal for high-stress applications where lightweight performance is critical. |
Thickness: 1.0mm – 10.0mm Tensile Strength: ~500-550 MPa (T6 temper) Surface Finish Options: Anodizing, chromate conversion coating Applications: Aerospace structural parts, high-performance automotive components, military hardware |
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Stainless Steel 301 |
A high-strength, high-elasticity stainless steel, ideal for spring-like components and parts requiring flexibility. Offers good corrosion resistance and formability. |
Thickness: 0.2mm – 3.0mm Tensile Strength: ~600-900 MPa (cold worked) Surface Finish Options: Brushed, polished, passivation Applications: Spring clips, battery contacts, flexible brackets, medical device components |
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Copper / Brass |
Highly conductive and corrosion-resistant metals ideal for electrical and thermal management applications. Brass (copper-zinc alloy) offers better formability than pure copper. |
Thickness: 0.3mm – 5.0mm (Copper); 0.5mm – 4.0mm (Brass) Thermal Conductivity: ~400 W/m·K (Copper); ~120 W/m·K (Brass) Surface Finish Options: Tin plating, nickel plating, polishing, lacquering Applications: Electrical connectors, heat sinks, RF shielding, decorative hardware |
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Aluminum 3003 |
A corrosion-resistant aluminum alloy ideal for architectural and outdoor applications. Offers good formability and weldability, with excellent resistance to atmospheric corrosion. |
Thickness: 0.5mm – 6.0mm Tensile Strength: ~110-160 MPa Surface Finish Options: Anodizing, powder coating, painting Applications: Building panels, gutter systems, food storage containers, outdoor signage |
For materials that require special handling, our engineers select appropriate processing methods to achieve reliable results. Contact us for a custom material review.
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