Aluminium Sheet and Plate is a light, formable and relatively soft making it easy to work into shapes, drill and is resistant to corrosion in all but the harshest of conditions.   The combination of these properties in one material make it a popular choice for fabricators and handymen.   Our stocked grades in Sheet & Plate will vary depending on the profile and size selected.

Characteristics

Aluminium Sheet and Plate is available in a variety of grades and tempers for more info - read more.   5005 Grade Aluminium Sheets are medium strength alum/magnesium which is anodisable. 5005 is not susceptible to stress corrosion and has a fine grain, suitable for pressings.  Typical Properties for 5005-H34 :

Common Applications

With it with its light weight and easy workability, 5005 Grade Aluminium Sheets can be cut, folded punched , drilled and welded for :

1. General Sheetmetal and fabrication work
2. Architectural applications
3. Automotive applications

Edcon Steel Tips

1. All our steel store will have guillotines available to cut aluminium  steel sheet to your custom sizes, and you will only pay for what you need* . 
2. Due to the cutting on site our branches hold plenty of smaller "offcuts" which may be available at a discounted rate to help with customer's smaller requirements.

Surface Preparation and Coatings

Aluminium sheets will have a  flat smooth mill finish with no protective coatings.  There are many options for further treatment of aluminium and this adds to its appeal and versatility. There are many benefits to aluminium's light weight and softness for working, but a being a softer metal it is more subject to scratching and gouges. 

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