Product Description
A 16 GA × 5 ft × 10 ft hot‑rolled steel sheet is a large‑format, weldable carbon‑steel panel used for automotive panels, HVAC fabrication, industrial equipment skins, and general metalworking. Its expanded 5×10 footprint reduces seams and provides broader coverage for oversized projects. Hot‑rolled sheet in this gauge is valued for its strength, versatility, and ease of fabrication.
Description
This sheet is produced through the hot‑rolling process, which creates a durable mill‑scale surface suitable for welding, cutting, drilling, and forming. At 16 gauge (≈0.060"), it offers a balance of rigidity and flexibility ideal for auto bodywork, HVAC plenums, agricultural equipment, and shop fabrication. The larger 5×10 format allows fabricators to cover wider areas with fewer joints, improving structural integrity and reducing labor time.
Hot‑rolled sheets in this size are commonly stocked for OEM manufacturing, construction, and general fabrication, where strength and workability are essential.
Product Details
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Material: Hot‑rolled carbon steel
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Gauge: 16 GA (approx. 0.060")
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Dimensions: 5 ft × 10 ft
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Finish: Hot‑rolled mill scale
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Workability: Suitable for welding, drilling, cutting, and forming
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Typical Applications:
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Automotive body panels and patch panels
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HVAC ducting, plenums, and housings
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Industrial and agricultural equipment skins
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Fabrication projects requiring large, continuous sheets
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Shop tables, guards, and structural coverings
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Key Features
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Large 5×10 format reduces seams and increases coverage
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Strong yet formable 16‑gauge thickness
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Weldable with MIG, TIG, or stick processes
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Durable mill finish suitable for industrial environments
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Ideal for automotive, HVAC, and fabrication applications
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Versatile for both structural and cosmetic metalwork
