Galvanizing is a manufacturing process in which steel is galvanized to protect it from rust. Galvanizing serves to protect the base metal. It acts as a barrier against various corrosive elements. In this way, it provides a sacrificial character that results in high-quality, durable steel products.
Hot-dip galvanized steel sheet is one of the most popular steel sheets. This is due to its high strength, longevity, and ductility. Its corrosion resistance makes it more useful.
Its versatility guarantees a wide range of applications. There are many other advantages to using galvanized steel.
Galvanized coatings prevent corrosive substances (such as acids) from reaching the base metal.
If the coating is scratched, zinc is more easily lost at the anode than at the base metal. Thus, it is completely protected against rust.
Zinc corrodes more quickly than base metals. This activity is a good way to protect base metals. To achieve adequate protection, chromates can be added, since the goal is to make zinc rust faster than the metal.
Uses of Galvanized Sheet Metal
Galvanized sheet metal has countless applications and helps in manufacturing components for both large and small machines. When it comes to sheet metal fabrication, galvanized steel helps create components that can withstand harsh conditions.
Galvanized steel sheets can be further classified by use into general use, roofing use, building exterior panels, structural use, corrugated sheets, drawing use and deep drawing use.
These components tend to keep their quality intact, regardless of the level of stress they are subjected to. Some of the most common applications for galvanized sheet metal are:
Automotive
The use of galvanized steel in vehicles dates back many years. The use of galvanized bodywork in automobiles has become the norm in automotive manufacturing. The rust-resistant properties of this material make it an excellent marketing tool in a competitive market. Some manufacturers utilize them to offer their customers a guarantee against rust.
Telecommunications
Maintaining phone lines is no easy task. They need the strongest and most reliable materials to be successful. Galvanized sheet metal can be used for telephone wiring and equipment boxes. As a result, there will be less risk of injury and lower maintenance costs.
Electrical Equipment and Appliances
When you look around at most electrical appliances, you may notice something unique about their enclosures. Most electrical equipment housings are made of galvanized steel. In fact, it is not surprising that some of the internal parts of these appliances are made of this steel.
Construction.
The sturdiness and durability of galvanized sheet metal has made it popular in the construction industry. It has been used at the highest level in various commercial and residential projects.
Standard | JIS / EN / ASTM Standard |
Grades | SGCC/SGCD/SGCE,SGHC,SGC280GD/SGC340/SGC400/SGC440/SGC490/SGC570 |
S220GD/S250GD/S280GD/S320GD/S350GD/S550GD | |
SS230/SS250/SS275/SS340/SS380/SS410/SS480/SS550 | |
A653 CS-A/ CS-B, ASTM A653Gr.33/Gr.37/Gr.40/Gr.50/Gr.80, | |
DX51D/DX52D/DX53D/DX54D/DX56D etc. | |
H220PD/H300PD/H180YD/H200YD/H260YD | |
H180BD/H220BD/H260BD/H300BD | |
H260LAD/H340LAD/H420LAD | |
DP590/DP780 | |
Coating | Z60-Z450 or G40/G60/G90/G120/G150 |
Spangle | Regular spangle / Minimized spangle / Zero spangle |
Sizes | Thickness:0.12mm-4.5mm Width: 900mm-1500mm |
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