Sheet · 1.6–6 mm
Metallic — indicative fig. M·91
Fire A1 Non-combustibleEmbodied carbon 11kgCO₂e/kg HighCompressive 170MPa StructuralDesign life 40yr
Premium architectural aluminium sheet with electrochemically formed protective oxide layer (10-25μm), providing exceptional corrosion resistance, UV stability and custom colour options. Non-combustible material suitable for all Australian climate zones and BAL ratings.
01 Physical
Density 2700kg/m³
Specific gravity 2.7
Porosity 0%
Water absorption 0%
Hardness 65
UV resistance Excellent
Chemical resistance pH 4.0-8.5
pH tolerance 4.0-8.5
Surface roughness 0.8µm
02 Mechanical
Tensile strength 205MPa
Compressive strength 170MPa
Flexural strength 205MPa
Shear strength 152MPa
Poisson's ratio 0.33
Impact resistance Good
Creep resistance Good
03 Thermal
Thermal conductivity 209W/m·K
Specific heat 837J/kg·K
Thermal expansion 23×10⁻⁶/°C
04 Compliance & Fire First question
Combustibility class Non-combustible
Flame spread index 0
Smoke dev. index 0
Heat release rate 0
05 Sustainability & Health
Embodied carbon 10.7
Carbon footprint 107
Embodied energy 140MJ/kg
Recyclability 100%
Recycled content 60%
Renewable content 0%
Circular score 95
VOC emissions 0
Toxicity rating Non-toxic
LEED contribution 5
06 Durability · Cost · Logistics
Expected lifespan 40
Maintenance interval 12
Warranty period 15
Material cost (range) $85-150
Material cost (per unit) $110
Lead time 4-8 weeks
Lifecycle cost $8-12
Annual maintenance $2-5
Market availability Readily available
07 Assessment
Advantages
- Non-combustible (AS 1530.1 certified)
- Suitable for all BAL ratings (BAL-LOW to BAL-FZ)
- 25+ year service life with minimal maintenance
- 100% recyclable with established recycling infrastructure
- Zero VOC emissions
- Excellent corrosion resistance in marine environments
- UV stable with no fading or chalking
- Lightweight (2700 kg/m³) reducing structural loads
- Custom colours available through anodising process
- Integral finish cannot delaminate or peel
Constraints
- Surface damage cannot be repaired on-site
- Die lines may be visible on wide flat surfaces
- Higher initial cost than painted alternatives
- Limited post-anodising fabrication options
- Temporary crazing possible in hot/dry conditions
- Colour matching between batches requires careful control
- Galvanic corrosion risk with dissimilar metals
- 4-8 week lead time for custom colours
08 Applications
A1 External facade cladding systems
A2 Curtain wall spandrel panels
A3 Window and door framing systems
A4 Architectural screening and louvres
A5 Balustrade and barrier systems
A6 Soffit and canopy linings
A7 Feature wall panels
A8 Signage and wayfinding systems
A9 Solar shading devices
A10 Rainscreen cladding systems
09 Sources & Standards
Sources pending — citations for this material are not yet recorded. Verify all figures against manufacturer data and current standards before specifying.