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Goodfellow Solid Aluminium Sheets 500 mm x 305 mm, 0.05 mm Thick

Goodfellow Solid Aluminium Sheets 500 mm x 305 mm, 0.05 mm Thick

RS Stock No. 063-6300

Brand Goodfellow

  • Material: Aluminium
  • Super Section: Metal Materials
  • Thickness: 0.05mm

AED 2.477.65

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Goodfellow Solid Aluminium Sheets 1 m x 305 mm, 0.05 mm Thick

Goodfellow Solid Aluminium Sheets 1 m x 305 mm, 0.05 mm Thick

RS Stock No. 063-6301

Brand Goodfellow

  • Length: 1m
  • Material: Aluminium
  • Width: 305mm

AED 2.572.93

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Goodfellow Solid Aluminium Sheets 5 m x 305 mm, 0.05 mm Thick

Goodfellow Solid Aluminium Sheets 5 m x 305 mm, 0.05 mm Thick

RS Stock No. 063-6307

Brand Goodfellow

  • Category Link: https://ae.rsdelivers.com/browse/mechanical-fluid-power-tools/engineering-materials-industrial-hardware/metal-materials/metal-sheets
  • Length: 5m
  • Section: Engineering Materials & Industrial Hardware

AED 3.145.29

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Goodfellow Solid Aluminium Sheets 5 m x 305 mm, 0.1 mm Thick

Goodfellow Solid Aluminium Sheets 5 m x 305 mm, 0.1 mm Thick

RS Stock No. 063-6308

Brand Goodfellow

  • Form: Foil
  • Super Section: Metal Materials
  • Width: 305mm

AED 3.690.64

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Goodfellow Solid Aluminium Sheets 10 m x 305 mm, 0.05 mm Thick

Goodfellow Solid Aluminium Sheets 10 m x 305 mm, 0.05 mm Thick

RS Stock No. 063-6309

Brand Goodfellow

  • Category: Metal Sheets
  • Super Section: Metal Materials
  • Width: 305mm

AED 2.555.23

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RS PRO Solid Aluminium Sheets 1200 mm x 1200 mm, 3 mm Thick

RS PRO Solid Aluminium Sheets 1200 mm x 1200 mm, 3 mm Thick

RS Stock No. 067-6881

Brand RS Pro

  • Category: Metal Sheets
  • Form: Sheet
  • Material: Aluminium

AED 1.738.50

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RS PRO Solid Aluminium Sheets 600 mm x 600 mm, 3 mm Thick

RS PRO Solid Aluminium Sheets 600 mm x 600 mm, 3 mm Thick

RS Stock No. 067-6883

Brand RS Pro

  • Construction: Composite sheets
  • Super Section: Metal Materials
  • Width: 600mm

AED 305.59

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RS PRO Solid Aluminium Sheets 1200 mm x 1200 mm, 3 mm Thick

RS PRO Solid Aluminium Sheets 1200 mm x 1200 mm, 3 mm Thick

RS Stock No. 067-6884

Brand RS Pro

  • Form: Sheet
  • Length: 1.2m
  • Width: 1.2m

AED 1.375.84

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RS PRO Solid Aluminium Sheets 1200 mm x 600 mm, 3 mm Thick

RS PRO Solid Aluminium Sheets 1200 mm x 600 mm, 3 mm Thick

RS Stock No. 067-6885

Brand RS Pro

  • Category Link: https://ae.rsdelivers.com/browse/mechanical-fluid-power-tools/engineering-materials-industrial-hardware/metal-materials/metal-sheets
  • Form: Sheet
  • Thickness: 3mm

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RS PRO Solid Aluminium Sheets 1200 mm x 1200 mm, 3 mm Thick

RS PRO Solid Aluminium Sheets 1200 mm x 1200 mm, 3 mm Thick

RS Stock No. 067-6888

Brand RS Pro

  • Form: Sheet
  • Length: 1.2m
  • Width: 1.2m

AED 1.738.50

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RS PRO Solid Aluminium Sheets 600 mm x 600 mm, 3 mm Thick

RS PRO Solid Aluminium Sheets 600 mm x 600 mm, 3 mm Thick

RS Stock No. 067-6889

Brand RS Pro

  • Form: Sheet
  • Length: 600mm
  • Section: Engineering Materials & Industrial Hardware

AED 305.59

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RS PRO Solid Aluminium Sheets 600 mm x 600 mm, 3 mm Thick

RS PRO Solid Aluminium Sheets 600 mm x 600 mm, 3 mm Thick

RS Stock No. 067-6880

Brand RS Pro

  • Construction: Composite sheets
  • Length: 600mm
  • Thickness: 3mm

AED 305.59

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RS PRO Solid Aluminium Sheets 1220 mm x 1220 mm, 3 mm Thick

RS PRO Solid Aluminium Sheets 1220 mm x 1220 mm, 3 mm Thick

RS Stock No. 067-6882

Brand RS Pro

  • Category: Metal Sheets
  • Construction: Composite sheets
  • Section: Engineering Materials & Industrial Hardware

AED 1.738.50

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RS PRO Solid Aluminium Sheets 600 mm x 600 mm, 3 mm Thick

RS PRO Solid Aluminium Sheets 600 mm x 600 mm, 3 mm Thick

RS Stock No. 067-6886

Brand RS Pro

  • Form: Sheet
  • Length: 600mm
  • Section: Engineering Materials & Industrial Hardware

AED 305.59

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Goodfellow Solid Aluminium Sheets 1 m x 305 mm, 0.1 mm Thick

Goodfellow Solid Aluminium Sheets 1 m x 305 mm, 0.1 mm Thick

RS Stock No. 063-6304

Brand Goodfellow

  • Category Link: https://ae.rsdelivers.com/browse/mechanical-fluid-power-tools/engineering-materials-industrial-hardware/metal-materials/metal-sheets
  • Length: 1m
  • Thickness: 0.1mm

AED 2.833.07

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Goodfellow Solid Aluminium Sheets 0.5 m x

Goodfellow Solid Aluminium Sheets 0.5 m x

RS Stock No. 063-6246

Brand Goodfellow

  • Category: Metal Sheets
  • Product Type: Solid Aluminium Sheets
  • Tensile Strength: 150MPa

AED 2.852.23

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Goodfellow Solid Aluminium Sheets 500 mm x 305 mm, 0.1 mm Thick

Goodfellow Solid Aluminium Sheets 500 mm x 305 mm, 0.1 mm Thick

RS Stock No. 063-6302

Brand Goodfellow

  • Category: Metal Sheets
  • Category Link: https://ae.rsdelivers.com/browse/mechanical-fluid-power-tools/engineering-materials-industrial-hardware/metal-materials/metal-sheets
  • Section: Engineering Materials & Industrial Hardware

AED 2.690.33

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Goodfellow Solid Aluminium Sheets 2 m x 305 mm, 0.05 mm Thick

Goodfellow Solid Aluminium Sheets 2 m x 305 mm, 0.05 mm Thick

RS Stock No. 063-6303

Brand Goodfellow

  • Form: Foil
  • Material: Aluminium
  • Super Section: Metal Materials

AED 2.736.51

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Goodfellow Solid Aluminium Sheets 2 m x 305 mm, 0.1 mm Thick

Goodfellow Solid Aluminium Sheets 2 m x 305 mm, 0.1 mm Thick

RS Stock No. 063-6305

Brand Goodfellow

  • Category: Metal Sheets
  • Form: Foil
  • Width: 305mm

AED 3.078.17

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Goodfellow Solid Aluminium Sheets 3 m x 300 mm, 0.025 mm Thick

Goodfellow Solid Aluminium Sheets 3 m x 300 mm, 0.025 mm Thick

RS Stock No. 063-6314

Brand Goodfellow

  • Category Link: https://ae.rsdelivers.com/browse/mechanical-fluid-power-tools/engineering-materials-industrial-hardware/metal-materials/metal-sheets
  • Section: Engineering Materials & Industrial Hardware
  • Width: 300 mm

AED 9.041.93

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Starrett, 8 Teeth Per Inch Porcelain, Veneer, Nail Embedded Wood, Sheet Metal, Aluminium, Metal, MDF, Wood, Stone,

Starrett, 8 Teeth Per Inch Porcelain, Veneer, Nail Embedded Wood, Sheet Metal, Aluminium, Metal, MDF, Wood, Stone,

RS Stock No. 200-6425

Brand Starrett

  • Blade Material: Bi-Metal
  • Blade Thickness: 1.3mm
  • Material Cut: Porcelain, Veneer, Nail Embedded Wood, Sheet Metal, Aluminium, Metal, MDF, Wood, Stone, Plastic, Ceramic, Acrylic, Copper, Non-Ferrous Metal, Cast Iron, Suspended Floors, Brick and Masonry, Non-Ferrous, Reinforced Concrete, Glass, Plaster, Fibreglass, Marble/Granite, Stainless Steel

AED 91.00

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Starrett, 18 Teeth Per Inch Tool Steel and High Speed Steel, Aluminium, Sheet Metal, Nickel, Brass, Foam, Composite

Starrett, 18 Teeth Per Inch Tool Steel and High Speed Steel, Aluminium, Sheet Metal, Nickel, Brass, Foam, Composite

RS Stock No. 021-8506

Brand Starrett

  • Blade Thickness: 0.35mm
  • Blade Width: 13mm
  • Number of Pieces: 3

AED 161.33

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SAM 165 mm Shears for Aluminium, Rubber, Thin Sheet Metal, Leather, Plastic, Linoleum, Nylon

SAM 165 mm Shears for Aluminium, Rubber, Thin Sheet Metal, Leather, Plastic, Linoleum, Nylon

RS Stock No. 221-5155

Brand SAM

  • Blade Finish: Stainless Steel
  • Category: Tin Snips
  • Product Type: Shears

AED 132.46

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Starrett, 8 Teeth Per Inch Aluminium, Wood, Copper, Marble/Granite, Porcelain, Acrylic, Brick and Masonry, Sheet Metal,

Starrett, 8 Teeth Per Inch Aluminium, Wood, Copper, Marble/Granite, Porcelain, Acrylic, Brick and Masonry, Sheet Metal,

RS Stock No. 200-6427

Brand Starrett

  • Blade Length: 75mm
  • Category Link: https://ae.rsdelivers.com/browse/mechanical-fluid-power-tools/power-tools-soldering-welding/power-tool-accessories/saw-blades
  • Product Type: Jigsaw Blade

AED 51.96

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What are Aluminium Metal Sheets and what are they used for?

Aluminium metal sheets are flat panels made from aluminium alloy, available in a range of thicknesses, finishes and alloy grades. They are widely used across construction, architectural cladding, automotive, aerospace, electronics enclosures, cabinet making, signage, and DIY projects due to their lightweight, corrosion resistance and good formability. Common applications include roofing profiles, façade cladding, vehicle body panels, protective casings for electrical equipment, heat exchangers, and decorative panels. In addition to standard aluminium sheets, customers also buy anodised aluminium sheets, brushed aluminium sheets, mirror-finish sheets, and embossed or patterned sheets for decorative or protective purposes. When selecting an aluminium sheet, you’ll consider alloy grade, temper, thickness, width, length, and finish to match your mechanical, thermal, aesthetic, and environmental needs.

What are common aluminium alloy grades and finishes used in sheets?

Aluminium sheets come in a variety of alloy grades and finishes designed for different properties and applications. Common grades include:
  • 1050, 1100 – essentially commercially pure aluminium with excellent corrosion resistance and ductility, used for general sheet metal work and decorative panels.
  • 3003 – manganese-containing alloy offering good formability and corrosion resistance, popular for kitchen fittings and architectural trims.
  • 5052 – magnesium-containing alloy with higher strength and good weldability, used in marine and structural applications.
  • 6061 – magnesium-silicon alloy providing higher strength, good machinability and suitability for extrusion applications and container skins.
  • 6082 – a strong, versatile alloy used for structural components and machine parts.
Finishes include:
  • Mill finish – natural surface with no coating.
  • Anodised – protective oxide layer with enhanced corrosion resistance and colour options.
  • Brushed – fine directional texture for aesthetics and reduced glare.
  • Mirror/polished – high reflectivity for decorative applications.
  • Powder-coated or painted – enhanced weather resistance and colour customization.
  • Embossed – textured finish for grip or visual effect.
The right choice depends on strength, formability, environment, and appearance requirements.

How do I choose the right aluminium sheet thickness and temper?

Selection hinges on load, flexibility, and finishing needs. Thickness (often called gauge) determines strength and stiffness; thinner sheets are easier to bend and form but offer less rigidity, while thicker sheets resist denting but require more tooling. Temper designations describe work hardening and heat treatment state. Common temper options include:
  • O – annealed, soft and highly formable, ideal for deep drawing.
  • H24, H22 – partially work-hardened, balanced formability and strength for general sheet metal work.
  • T6 – solution heat-treated and tempered for higher strength, common in structural and automotive parts.
Consider environmental exposure, required weldability, and whether the sheet will be formed or machined. For outdoor or structural use, choose thicker sheets with corrosion-resistant alloys; for decorative panels or enclosures, a lighter gauge with a suitable temper may be preferred.

What sizes and formats do aluminium sheets come in?

Aluminium sheets are available in a range of widths and lengths to suit cutting, bending, and fabrication needs. Common formats include:
  • Standard sheet sizes such as 1000 mm x 2000 mm, 1250 mm x 2500 mm, and 1220 mm x 2440 mm, among others.
  • Thickness ranges typically from 0.3 mm up to several millimetres depending on grade and use.
  • Pre-cut panels or roll-out coil stock for special projects, with varying finishes.
  • Special profiles and patterned sheets for architectural cladding or decorative panels.
If you have a specific project, RS Components and similar suppliers offer a range of standard sizes and cut-to-size services to minimise fabrication time.

How should I cut, bend, weld or join aluminium sheets?

Aluminium sheets can be processed using several methods depending on thickness and application. For cutting:
  • Electric shears, jigsaws, and thin-cut blades for light gauges.
  • Laser cutting, plasma cutting, or water-jet cutting for precision and complex shapes.
  • Manual snips for very thin sheets.
For bending:
  • Press brakes, foot brakes, or manual bending with proper bends and tooling to prevent cracking.
For joining:
  • Welding options include TIG (best for thin sheets and aesthetics), MIG, and resistance welding, depending on alloy and thickness.
  • Riveting, mechanical fastening, or adhesive bonding for non-welded assemblies.
  • Surface preparation, corrosion protection, and anodising can improve joint longevity.
Always follow safety practices, wear PPE, and ensure correct heat-treating and temper conditions to avoid work-hardening or warping.

Is aluminium sheet suitable for outdoor use and what about corrosion resistance?

Yes, aluminium sheets are highly resistant to corrosion due to the natural oxide layer that forms on aluminium surfaces. This makes them well-suited for outdoor and marine environments, especially when paired with protective finishes such as anodising, powder coating, or painted coatings. For outdoor or coastal applications, choose corrosion-resistant alloys like 5000-series (for example, 5083 or 5052) and ensure proper sealing and maintenance to maximise longevity. Consider environmental exposure, salt spray, humidity, and UV exposure when selecting the alloy and finish.

What are common finishes and decorative options for aluminium sheets?

Finishes alter appearance and resistance to wear. Common options include:
  • Mill finish for a raw metal look.
  • Anodised finishes in clear or coloured tiers to boost hardness and corrosion resistance.
  • Brushed textures for a directional grain and reduced glare.
  • Polished or mirror finishes for high reflectivity and premium aesthetics.
  • Powder-coated or painted for a wide color range and additional weather protection.
  • Embossed or patterned sheets for grip, texture, or distinctive decoration.
The choice of finish affects maintenance, reflectivity, and thermal properties, so pick based on aesthetics and environment.

Where can I source Aluminium Metal Sheets and what should I look for when buying?

When buying aluminium sheets, look for a reputable supplier with consistent stock, documentation, and clear product specifications. Key factors include:
  • Alloy grade and temper suitable for your application
  • Sheet thickness, width, and length in stock or available cut-to-size
  • Finish options (mill, anodised, brushed, mirror, powder-coated)
  • Certifications, material traceability, and compliance with relevant standards
  • Lead times, price per unit, and bulk discount availability
  • Packaging and delivery options to protect from damage
RS Components and other electronics, industrial, and metal suppliers commonly list aluminium sheets under “Aluminium Sheets” or “Aluminium Plate and Sheet” with detailed data sheets to help you compare alloys, thicknesses, and finishes. Always confirm compatibility with your fabrication methods (cutting, bending, welding) before purchase.

What are some practical tips for storing and handling aluminium sheets?

Proper storage and handling extend the life of aluminium sheets. Consider:
  • Store flat on a clean surface or racks to prevent bending or warping.
  • Avoid contact with corrosive materials or standing moisture; use desiccants in enclosed storage if needed.
  • Keep sheets covered to minimize dust and UV exposure and to prevent surface scratches.
  • Handle with non-marring gloves and avoid dragging sheets across rough surfaces.
  • Label by alloy, temper, thickness, and finish for easy identification and inventory control.
Regularly inspect for signs of oxidation or coating damage and plan for proper removal and re-coating if necessary.