Sheet · 0.7–1.2 mm
Metallic — indicative fig. M·105
Fire A1 Non-combustibleEmbodied carbon Data pending Per-m² sourceCompressive 120MPa StructuralDesign life 80yr Durable
Premium architectural zinc sheet available in multiple thicknesses (0.7-1.2mm) for roofing and cladding applications, featuring self-healing patina formation and 60-100+ year lifespan
01 Physical
Density 7140kg/m³
Specific gravity 7.14dimensionless
Porosity 0%
Water absorption 0%
Hardness 35HB
UV resistance Excellent
Chemical resistance Good
pH tolerance 6 – 12.5pH
Surface roughness 1.5μm Ra
02 Mechanical
Tensile strength 150MPa
Compressive strength 120MPa
Flexural strength 110MPa
Shear strength 90MPa
Poisson's ratio 0.25dimensionless
Impact resistance Moderate
Creep resistance Moderate
03 Thermal
Thermal conductivity 113W/(m·K)
Specific heat 388J/(kg·K)
Thermal expansion 29.7×10⁻⁶/°C
04 Compliance & Fire First question
Combustibility class Non-combustible
Fire resistance level Non-combustible
Ignition temp null°C
Flame spread index 0dimensionless
Smoke dev. index 0dimensionless
Heat release rate 0kW/m²
05 Sustainability & Health
Embodied carbon 27.8kg CO₂eq/m²
Carbon footprint 3.89kg CO₂eq/kg
Embodied energy 51MJ/kg
Water footprint 62L/kg
Recyclability 100%
Recycled content 30%
Renewable content 0%
Circular score 9/10
VOC emissions 0
Toxicity rating Non-toxic
LEED contribution 4points
06 Durability · Cost · Logistics
Expected lifespan 60 – 100years
Maintenance interval 10years
Warranty period 20years
Material cost (range) 80 – 120$/m²
Material cost (per unit) 95$/m²
Lead time 2 – 8weeks
Lifecycle cost 3.2$/m²/year
Annual maintenance 0.5$/m²/year
Market availability Good
07 Assessment
Advantages
- Exceptional longevity (60-100+ years)
- Self-healing patina formation
- 100% recyclable at end of life
- Non-combustible (BAL-FZ compliant)
- Excellent malleability for complex forms
- Low maintenance requirements
- Suitable for all Australian climate zones
- Zero VOC emissions
- Marine environment resistant
- Compatible with most building materials
Constraints
- High initial cost ($150-250/m² installed)
- Requires specialist installers
- Potential for white rust in poor ventilation
- Galvanic corrosion risk with dissimilar metals
- Patina formation time varies by climate
- Oil canning possible in large flat areas
- Limited colour options compared to painted steel
- Softer than steel (prone to foot traffic damage)
- Thermal movement requires proper detailing
- Not suitable for water collection in some areas
08 Applications
A1 Standing seam roofing systems
A2 Architectural wall cladding
A3 Rainscreen façade systems
A4 Flashings and cappings
A5 Gutters and downpipes
A6 Heritage building restoration
A7 Marine environment applications
A8 Curved and complex roof geometries
A9 Dormer and valley details
A10 Commercial and institutional buildings
09 Sources & Standards
Sources pending — citations for this material are not yet recorded. Verify all figures against manufacturer data and current standards before specifying.