Sheet Metal Color Coating - Mill Direct Manufacturer |
Supplier's customization ability
- Drawing-based customization
- Sample-based customization
- Full customization
Minimum order quantity: 1 ton
Shipping total: To be negotiated
- Lead time:
- confirmed with the quotation
- Packaging:
- standard export packing
- Samples:
- available on request
Product details
Technical Specifications of Sheet Metal Color Coating
| Property | Parameter | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Product Name | Sheet Metal Color Coating (PPGI/PPGL) | Pre-painted galvanized or galvalume steel sheet with color coating |
| Material Grade | DX51D, DX52D, DX53D (EN); SGCC, SGCD (JIS); Q195, Q235 (GB) | International equivalents: ASTM A653 CS Type B / SS Grade 33 |
| Standard Compliance | EN 10169, ASTM A755, JIS G3312, GB/T 12754 | Covers pre-painted flat-rolled steel products for general and structural use |
| Chemical Composition | C ≤ 0.12%, Mn ≤ 0.60%, P ≤ 0.045%, S ≤ 0.045%, Si ≤ 0.50% | Base metal composition per EN 10169 / GB/T 12754 requirements |
| Tensile Strength | 270–560 MPa | Varies by grade; DX51D min. 270 MPa, structural grades up to 560 MPa (EN 10169) |
| Yield Strength | 140–480 MPa | DX51D min. 140 MPa; higher-strength grades per EN 10169 / ASTM A755 |
| Elongation | ≥ 22% (A80mm) | Typical for DX51D/SGCC; structural grades may vary per applicable standard |
| Coating Type | Polyester (PE), SMP, PVDF, HDP, Epoxy | Top coat options; PVDF offers superior UV and weather resistance |
| Coating Thickness | Top coat: 15–25 µm; Primer: 5–7 µm; Back coat: 5–15 µm | Total dry film thickness measured per ASTM D1400 / EN ISO 2808 |
| Base Metal Thickness | 0.14–1.50 mm | Substrate thickness excluding coating layers |
| Width | 600–1,500 mm | Standard coil widths; custom slit widths available on request |
| Zinc / Zinc-Alloy Coating | Z60–Z275 g/m²; AZ50–AZ150 g/m² (Galvalume) | Hot-dip zinc or 55% Al-Zn alloy coating per ASTM A653 / EN 10346 |
| Surface Finish | Smooth, Embossed, Matte, High Gloss, Wrinkle, Brick/Wood Pattern | RAL / Pantone custom colors available; gloss level 10–85 GU (60°) |
| Application | Roofing, wall cladding, home appliances, garage doors, HVAC ducts, automotive parts | Widely used in construction, household appliance manufacturing and transportation |
| Certification | ISO 9001, CE Marking, SGS, BV, RoHS Compliant | Third-party inspection and mill test certificates (MTC) available |
| Packaging | Standard export coil packaging; inner eye-to-sky or eye-to-wall; waterproof paper + steel strip | Coil weight: 3–10 MT; suitable for sea and land transport |
| MOQ | 25 MT per order (mixed specifications accepted) | Sample orders negotiable; lead time 15–25 days after order confirmation |
Sheet Metal Color Coating - Mill Direct Manufacturer |
Sheet metal color coating represents one of the most versatile and durable surface treatment technologies available in modern steel processing, combining structural integrity with aesthetic performance across a broad spectrum of industries. As a mill-direct manufacturer, we supply premium-grade color-coated sheet metal panels that meet rigorous international standards including ASTM A755, EN 10169, and JIS G3312. Our coated products serve critical roles in architectural cladding, roofing systems, household appliance manufacturing, automotive components, and industrial equipment enclosures. Each coil or sheet undergoes a precisely controlled continuous coil coating process, ensuring uniform film thickness, superior adhesion, and consistent color accuracy across every production run. With a product portfolio spanning over 200 standard RAL and custom colors, polyester, PVDF, SMP, and HDP coating systems, we deliver solutions tailored to both high-volume OEM requirements and specialized project specifications. Our mill-direct supply model eliminates intermediary markups, offering buyers cost-effective access to certified, traceable material with full documentation support.
What is Sheet Metal Color Coating?
Sheet metal color coating — commonly referred to as pre-painted steel or color-coated steel — is a continuous industrial process in which cold-rolled, hot-dip galvanized, or aluminum-zinc alloy steel substrates receive one or more layers of organic coating applied via roller coaters before forming or fabrication. The result is a finished metal sheet combining the mechanical strength of steel with a durable, UV-resistant decorative surface. Coating systems typically include a primer layer (5–8 µm) and a top coat (15–25 µm), with optional back coat finishes ranging from 5 to 12 µm depending on the intended end-use environment.
Sheet Metal Color Coating Manufacturing Process
The manufacturing process follows a high-speed continuous coil coating line operating at speeds of 60–120 meters per minute. Steel substrate coils are first degreased, chemically pre-treated with a chromate or chrome-free conversion coating to enhance adhesion, then passed through precision roller coaters that apply primer and finish coats sequentially. Each coating layer is cured in a dedicated oven at peak metal temperatures (PMT) between 200°C and 250°C, ensuring complete cross-linking of the resin system. Final inspection includes film thickness measurement, gloss reading (20°/60° geometry), T-bend flexibility testing per ASTM D4145, and salt spray resistance evaluation per ASTM B117 for up to 1,000 hours minimum.
Sheet Metal Color Coating Technical Specifications
Our color-coated sheet metal products are available across the following certified parameter ranges to accommodate diverse engineering and architectural requirements:

- Base Substrate: Hot-dip galvanized (GI), Galvalume/AZ (GL), cold-rolled steel (CRS)
- Substrate Thickness: 0.20 mm – 1.60 mm
- Coil Width: 600 mm – 1,500 mm
- Zinc Coating Weight: Z60 – Z275 g/m² (per ASTM A653) or AZ50 – AZ150 g/m²
- Top Coat Systems: Polyester (PE), Silicon Modified Polyester (SMP), High Durability Polyester (HDP), Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF)
- Top Coat Thickness: 15 µm – 25 µm (standard); up to 35 µm for PVDF
- Gloss Level: 10–85 GU (matte to high gloss, ±5 GU tolerance)
- Tensile Strength: ≥ 270 MPa (Grade DX51D) to ≥ 550 MPa (high-strength structural grades)
- Salt Spray Resistance: ≥ 500 hours (standard PE); ≥ 1,000 hours (PVDF/HDP systems)
- Color Range: Full RAL Classic and RAL Design palette; custom color matching available (ΔE ≤ 1.0)
- Surface Finish Options: Smooth, embossed, stone grain, wood grain, anti-fingerprint
- Certifications: ISO 9001:2015, SGS, BV, CE; RoHS-compliant chrome-free pre-treatment available
Get a Competitive Quote for Sheet Metal Color Coating
Partner with our mill-direct team to access premium sheet metal color coating at transparent, factory-gate pricing with no hidden surcharges. Whether your project demands standard commercial-grade panels or high-performance PVDF architectural finishes, our technical sales team will configure the optimal specification and provide a detailed quotation within 24 hours of inquiry submission.
- 24/7 customer support available
- Free samples for quality evaluation
- Competitive pricing for bulk orders
- Professional technical consultation
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