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Galvanized Steel Sheet Specifications: A Practical Buying Guide

Why Galvanized Steel Sheet Specifications Matter


For B2B buyers, specifications of galvanized steel sheets are not just dimensional data but key indicators affecting corrosion resistance, processing compatibility, and overall project cost. Proper understanding helps avoid over-specification while ensuring performance requirements are met.

Galvanized steel sheets are produced from cold-rolled or hot-rolled substrates using continuous hot-dip galvanizing processes, with different specification combinations suited to different service conditions.


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Common Galvanized Steel Sheet Specification Parameters


ItemTypical RangeBuyer Focus
Thickness0.12 – 4.0 mmStrength & formability
Width600 – 1500 mmSlitting requirements
LengthCut-to-length / CoilProcessing efficiency
Zinc CoatingZ30 – Z275Corrosion protection
Base SteelCR / HRSurface & strength
StandardsASTM / EN / JISCompliance


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Zinc Coating Selection for Different Environments


Zinc coating weight is one of the most critical specification factors. Lower coating weights are suitable for indoor or controlled environments, while higher zinc coatings are recommended for outdoor or humid applications, ensuring longer service life with optimized cost.

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