Smooth Finish Steel Panels (Type QD)
Type QD panels have a smooth, bright finish and are 0.020" (0.51 mm) thick. As our smoothest panel, Type QD is recommended for testing gloss and color. These panels are the best buy for many general applications, but are not recommended for physical properties and corrosion tests.
Panel Information:
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SAE Material Designation: 1008/1010
- ASTM Material Specifications: A1008
- ISO Material Specifications: 3574 Type CR1
- ASTM Panel Specifications: D609 -Type 3
- ISO Panel Specifications: 1514-Type 3
- Roughness Ra (micro-inches): <20
- Surface Finish: Smooth
- Temper: 1/4 hard
- Hardness (Rockwell): B50-B65
- Tensile Strength (kpsi): 45-65
- Tensile Strength (MPa): 310-448
- Q-Shaped Hole: Yes
The chemical composition of SAE 1008/1010 steel panels is 0.60% max Manganese, 0.15% max Carbon, 0.030% max Phosphorus, 0.035% max Sulfur.
Box Information:
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QD-2-3.5: Box quantity of 500, box weight of 10 kg (21 lbs).
- QD-24: Box quantity of 600, box weight of 12 kg (26 lbs).
- QD-2.75-4: Box quantity of 400, box weight of 11 kg (24 lbs).
- QD-35: Box quantity of 400, box weight of 15 kg (34 lbs).
- QD-36: Box quantity of 400, box weight of 19 kg (41 lbs).
- QD-39: Box quantity of 200, box weight of 14 kg (31 lbs).
- QD-46: Box quantity of 200, box weight of 13 kg (28 lbs).
- QD-48: Box quantity of 200, box weight of 17 kg (38 lbs).
- QD-412: Box quantity of 150, box weight of 20 kg (43 lbs).
- QD-2.36-5.51: Box quantity of 400, box weight of 14 kg (30 lbs).
- QD-612: Box quantity of 150, box weight of 29 kg (64 lbs).
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Matte Finish Steel Panels (Type R)
These panels are a dull matte mill finish produced by roughened rolls. This matte finish is representative of general purpose sheet metal applications. Because they are thicker, 0.81 mm (0.032 in), Type R panels are more rigid than Type QD.
Taber® Abraser Panels (R-44-T)
Taber Abraser panels are specially designed for use with the Taber Abraser Tester. They are 101 x 101 mm (4 x 4 in) and 0.81 mm (0.032 in) thick, with a hole in the center. Their surface finish corresponds with our Type R and Type S panels, respectively.
Panel Information (Type R and Type R-44-T):
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SAE Material Designation: 1008/1010
- ASTM Material Specifications: A1008
- ISO Material Specifications: 3574 Type CR1
- ASTM Panel Specifications: D609 -Type 1
- ISO Panel Specifications: 1514-Type 1
- Roughness Ra (micro-inches): 25-65
- Surface Finish: Dull Matte
- Temper: 1/4 hard
- Hardness (Rockwell): B50-B65
- Tensile Strength (kpsi): 45-65
- Tensile Strength (MPa): 310-448
- Q-Shaped Hole: Yes, except for R-13
The chemical composition of SAE 1008/1010 steel panels is 0.60% max Manganese, 0.15% max Carbon, 0.030% max Phosphorus, 0.035% max Sulfur.
Box Information (Type R and Type R-44-T):
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R-13: Box quantity of 1400, box weight of 14 kg (42 lbs).
- R-2-3.5: Box quantity of 300, box weight of 9 kg (20 lbs).
- R-35: Box quantity of 250, box weight of 16 kg (36 lbs).
- R-36: Box quantity of 250, box weight of 20 kg (43 lbs).
- R-39: Box quantity of 125, box weight of 15 kg (33 lbs).
- R-46: Box quantity of 200, box weight of 20 kg (45 lbs).
- R-48: Box quantity of 125, box weight of 17 kg (38 lbs).
- R-412: Box quantity of 100, box weight of 21 kg (46 lbs).
- R-612: Box quantity of 100, box weight of 31 kg (68 lbs).
- R-44-T: Box quantity of 250, box weight of 17 kg (38 lbs).
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Ground (Polished) Finish Steel Panels (Type S)
These panels are the same steel as Type R, with a thickness of 0.81 mm (0.032 in), but one side is polished by grinding it with an abrasive until the mill surface is completely removed. This imparts a smooth surface that looks similar to a “brushed” finish. The ground (or polished) surface frequently gives better adhesion results than a matte finish.
Taber® Abraser Panels (S-44-T)
Taber Abraser panels are specially designed for use with the Taber Abraser Tester. They are 101 x 101 mm (4 x 4 in) and 0.81 mm (0.032 in) thick, with a hole in the center. Their surface finish corresponds with our Type R and Type S panels, respectively.
Panel Information (Type S & Type S-44-T):
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SAE Material Designation: 1008/1010
- ASTM Material Specifications: A1008
- ISO Material Specifications: 3574 Type CR1
- ASTM Panel Specifications: D609 -Type 2
- ISO Panel Specifications: 1514 Section 3.5.4
- Roughness Ra (micro-inches): 20-45
- Surface Finish: Ground
- Temper: 1/4 hard
- Hardness (Rockwell): B50-B65
- Tensile Strength (kpsi): 45-65
- Tensile Strength (MPa): 310-448
- Q-Shaped Hole: Yes
The chemical composition of SAE 1008/1010 steel panels is 0.60% max Manganese, 0.15% max Carbon, 0.030% max Phosphorus, 0.035% max Sulfur.
Box Information (Type S & Type S-44-T):
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S-35: Box quantity of 250, box weight of 16 kg (36 lbs).
- S-36: Box quantity of 250, box weight of 20 kg (36 lbs).
- S-39: Box quantity of 125, box weight of 15 kg (33 lbs).
- S-46: Box quantity of 200, box weight of 20 kg (36 lbs).
- S-48: Box quantity of 125, box weight of 17 kg (38 lbs).
- S-412: Box quantity of 100, box weight of 21 kg (46 lbs).
- S-612: Box quantity of 100, box weight of 31 kg (68 lbs).
- S-44-T: Box quantity of 250, box weight of 17 kg (38 lbs).
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Thin, Flexible (Smooth Finish) Steel Panels (Type D)
These panels are very thin 0.25 mm (0.010 in), flexible panels. Type D offers the same smooth surface as Type QD, while Type DT panels are tin plated. These types are very inexpensive and are stocked in a limited number of sizes.
Panel Information:
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SAE Material Designation: 1008/1010
- ASTM Material Specifications: A1008
- ISO Material Specifications: 3574 Type CR1
- ASTM Panel Specifications: D609-Type 3
- ISO Panel Specifications: 1514-Type 3
- Roughness Ra (micro-inches): <20
- Surface Finish: Smooth
- Temper: T4
- Hardness (Rockwell): B62-71
- Tensile Strength (kpsi): 45-65
- Tensile Strength (MPa): 310-448
- Q-Shaped Hole: Yes
The chemical composition of SAE 1008/1010 steel panels is 0.60% max Manganese, 0.15% max Carbon, 0.030% max Phosphorus, 0.035% max Sulfur.
Box Information:
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D-35: Box quantity of 800, box weight of 16 kg (36 lbs).
- D-36: Box quantity of 800, box weight of 19 kg (42 lbs).
- D-46: Box quantity of 400, box weight of 13 kg (28 lbs).
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Thin, Flexible (Smooth Finish) Steel Panels (Type DT)
These panels are very thin 0.25 mm (0.010 in), flexible panels. Type D offers the same smooth surface as Type QD, while Type DT panels are tin plated. These types are very inexpensive and are stocked in a limited number of sizes.
Panel Information:
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SAE Material Designation: 1008/1010
- ASTM Material Specifications: A624
- ISO Material Specifications: 11949
- ISO Panel Specifications: 1514 Section 4.1
- Roughness Ra (micro-inches): <20
- Surface Finish: Tinplate
- Temper: T2
- Hardness (Rockwell): B50-65
- Tensile Strength (kpsi): 38-58
- Tensile Strength (MPa): 262-400
- Q-Shaped Hole: Yes
The chemical composition of SAE 1008/1010 steel panels is 0.60% max Manganese, 0.15% max Carbon, 0.030% max Phosphorus, 0.035% max Sulfur.
Box Information:
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DT-36: Box quantity of 400, box weight of 18 kg (40 lbs).
- DT-46: Box quantity of 400, box weight of 12 kg (27 lbs).
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Painted Panels (Type WW, GW and WWS)
These panels are pre-coated in gray or white to eliminate the time required to prime test substrates. They are also available with black stripes and other patterns to test the hiding ability of a coating. They are 102 x 152 mm (4 x 6 in) and .18 mm (.007 in) thick.
Type WW panels are painted white on both sides.
Type GW panels (pictured) are painted grey on the front side and white on the back side.
Type WWS panels are painted white on both sides with a black stripe painted vertically down the front side.
Panel Information (Type WW & GW):
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SAE Material Designation: 1008
- Roughness Ra (micro-inches): 60° Paint Gloss; Gray: 4-5, White: 8-9
- Surface Finish: Painted
- Temper: 1/2 hard
- Hardness (Rockwell): B60-88
- Q-Shaped Hole: Yes
The chemical composition of SAE 1008/1010 steel panels is 0.60% max Manganese, 0.15% max Carbon, 0.030% max Phosphorus, 0.035% max Sulfur.
Box Information (Type WW, GW and WWS):
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WW-46: Box quantity of 800, box weight of 15 kg (33 lbs).
- GW-46: Box quantity of 800, box weight of 15 kg (33 lbs).
- WWS-46: Box quantity of 800, box weight of 15 kg (33 lbs).
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Stainless Steel (Type SS)
These panels are made from 304 stainless alloy and are available in two sizes: 25 x 76 mm (1 x 3 in) and 76 x 152 mm (3 x 6 in). They are 0.89 mm (0.035") thick. They do not have a Q-shaped hole.
The chemical composition of SS 304 steel panels is 0.60% max Manganese, 0.15% max Carbon, 0.030% max Phosphorus, 0.035% max Sulfur.
Box Information:
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SS-13: Box quantity of 1400, box weight of 28 kg (56 lbs).
- SS-36: Box quantity of 250, box weight of 21 kg (47 lbs).
- Q-Shaped Hole: No
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Adhesive Panels (Ground Finish) (Type RS)
These panels are stocked in a 1 x 4 in. (25 x 102 mm) size and 0.063" (1.6 mm) thickness for testing adhesives. One side has a surface finish very similar to our Type S. These panels are thicker and harder than our regular steel, to resist the stress of lap shear testing of high strength adhesives. Type RS panels do not have our signature, trademarked Q-shaped hole.
Panel Information:
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SAE Material Designation: 1008/1010
- ASTM Material Specifications: A109
- ASTM Panel Specifications: D1002
- ISO Panel Specifications: 1514
- Roughness Ra (micro-inches): 20-45
- Surface Finish: Ground
- Surface Finish: Dull Matte
- Temper: 1/2 hard
- Hardness (Rockwell): B70-B85
- Tensile Strength (kpsi): 55-75
- Tensile Strength (MPa): 379-517
- Q-Shaped Hole: No
The chemical composition of SAE 1008/1010 steel panels is 0.60% max Manganese, 0.15% max Carbon, 0.030% max Phosphorus, 0.035% max Sulfur.
Box Information:
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RS-14: Box quantity of 600, box weight of 18 kg (42 lbs).
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Iron Phosphate Treatment (Type S-XX-I) 
Q-PHOS iron phosphated panels are pretreated with Bonderite M-FE 1000™, the most commonly used type of industrial iron phosphate. S-XX-I panels incorporate a chrome seal using Bonderite M-PT 60 followed by a virgin deionized water rinse. Iron phosphated panels have a coating weight of 323 to 646 mg/m2 and are 0.032" (0.81 mm) thick.
The chemical composition of SAE 1008/1010 steel panels is 0.60% max Manganese, 0.15% max Carbon, 0.030% max Phosphorus, 0.035% max Sulfur. All Q-PHOS panels are made from the same premium steel as Q-PANEL standard steel substrates. S-XX-I panels have a ground finish on one side.
These panels are not available for sale in Europe.
Box Information:
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S-36-I: Box quantity of 250, box weight of 20 kg (43 lbs).
- S-46-I: Box quantity of 200, box weight of 20 kg (45 lbs).
- S-412-I: Box quantity of 100, box weight of 21 kg (46 lbs).
- Q-Shaped Hole: Yes
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Iron Phosphate Treatment (Type R-XX-I)
Q-PHOS iron phosphated panels are pretreated with Bonderite M-FE 1000™, the most commonly used type of industrial iron phosphate. R-XX-I panels incorporate a chrome seal using Bonderite M-PT 60 followed by a virgin deionized water rinse. Iron phosphated panels have a coating weight of 323 to 646 mg/m2 (30 to 60 mg/ft2) and are 0.81 mm (0.032 in) thick.
The chemical composition of SAE 1008/1010 steel panels is 0.60% max Manganese, 0.15% max Carbon, 0.030% max Phosphorus, 0.035% max Sulfur. All Q-PHOS panels are made from the same premium steel as Q-PANEL standard steel substrates. R-XX-I panels have a dull matte finish.
These panels are not available for sale in Europe.
Box Information:
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R-36-I: Box quantity of 250, box weight of 20 kg (43 lbs).
- R-46-I: Box quantity of 200, box weight of 20 kg (45 lbs).
- R-412-I: Box quantity of 100, box weight of 21 kg (46 lbs).
- Q-Shaped Hole: Yes
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Bare Aluminum Panels (Type A) 
Type A panels are made from alloy 3003 H14 and they are 0.64 mm (0.025 in) thick. Type A is our standard aluminum panel. Alloy 3003 H14 is now the most widely used general purpose aluminum alloy from coil stock.
Panel Information:
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Aluminum Assoc. Material Designation: 3003 H14
- ASTM Material Specifications: B209
- AMS Material Specifications: QQ-A-250/2
- ISO Material Designation (ISO 209-1): AlMn1Cu
- ISO Panel Specifications: 209-1, 1514
- Surface Finish: Smooth
- Surface Treatment: Bare
- Tensile Strength (kpsi): 20-26
- Tensile Strength (MPa): 140-180
- Min Yield Strength (kpsi): 17
- Min Yield Strength (MPa): 115
- Q-Shaped Hole: Yes
Chemical Composition (All values shown are % maximum unless shown as a range):
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Aluminum: Remainder
- Copper: 0.05-0.20
- Iron: 0.70
- Manganese: 1.00-1.50
- Silicon: 0.60
- Zinc: 0.10
- Others (Each/Total): 0.05/0.15
Box Information:
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A-1.75-5: Box quantity of 800, box weight of 8 kg (17 lbs).
- A-2-3.5: Box quantity of 500, box weight of 4 kg (9 lbs).
- A-24: Box quantity of 450, box weight of 4 kg (9 lbs).
- A-2.75-4: Box quantity of 300, box weight of 4 kg (9 lbs).
- A-35: Box quantity of 500, box weight of 9 kg (19 lbs).
- A-36: Box quantity of 500, box weight of 10 kg (23 lbs).
- A-39: Box quantity of 150, box weight of 5 kg (11 lbs).
- A-46: Box quantity of 250, box weight of 7 kg (16 lbs).
- A-48: Box quantity of 150, box weight of 6 kg (13 lbs).
- A-412: Box quantity of 125, box weight of 7 kg (16 lbs).
- A-612: Box quantity of 125, box weight of 11 kg (24 lbs).
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Chromated Aluminum Panels (Type AL)
Type AL panels are made from alloy 3003 H14. They are 0.64 mm (0.025in) thick and are similar to Type A, except they are treated with a chromium conversion coating which improves paint adhesion and resistance to underfilm corrosion. Most aluminum is given such a pretreatment prior to painting.
These panels are not available for sale in Europe.
Panel Information:
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Aluminum Assoc. Material Designation: 3003 H14
- ASTM Material Specifications: B209, B449-Class 2
- AMS Material Specifications: QQ-A-250/2
- ISO Material Designation (ISO 209-1): AlMn1Cu
- ISO Panel Specifications: 209-1, 1514, 10546-Class 3
- Surface Finish: Smooth
- Surface Treatment: Chromate
- Tensile Strength (kpsi): 20-26
- Tensile Strength (MPa): 140-180
- Min Yield Strength (kpsi): 17
- Min Yield Strength (MPa): 115
- Q-Shaped Hole: Yes
Chemical Composition (All values shown are % maximum unless shown as a range):
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Aluminum: Remainder
- Copper: 0.05-0.20
- Iron: 0.70
- Manganese: 1.00-1.50
- Silicon: 0.60
- Zinc: 0.10
- Others (Each/Total): 0.05/0.15
Box Information:
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AL-2-3.5: Box quantity of 500, box weight of 5 kg (10 lbs).
- AL-35: Box quantity of 500, box weight of 9 kg (19 lbs).
- AL-36: Box quantity of 500, box weight of 10 kg (23 lbs).
- AL-39: Box quantity of 150, box weight of 5 kg (11 lbs).
- AL-46: Box quantity of 250, box weight of 7 kg (16 lbs).
- AL-48: Box quantity of 150, box weight of 6 kg (13 lbs).
- AL-412: Box quantity of 125, box weight of 7 kg (16 lbs).
- AL-612: Box quantity of 125, box weight of 11 kg (24 lbs).
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Aluminum Adhesive Panels (Type AD)
Type AD panels are made from alloy 2024 T3 and are 1.6 mm (0.063 in) thick. They are heavy gauge and made from a high strength aluminum alloy to resist the stress of adhesive testing. Type AD is “Alclad,” or laminated with a thin coat of pure aluminum for improved corrosion resistance. These panels do not have our signature, trademarked Q-shaped hole.
Panel Information:
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Aluminum Assoc. Material Designation: 2024 T3 Alclad
- ASTM Material Specifications: B209
- AMS Material Specifications: QQ-A-250/5
- ISO Material Designation (ISO 209-1): AlCu4Mg1
- ISO Panel Specifications: 209-1
- Surface Finish: Smooth
- Surface Treatment: Alclad
- Tensile Strength (kpsi): 61 min
- Tensile Strength (MPa): 420 min
- Min Yield Strength (kpsi): 40
- Min Yield Strength (MPa): 270
- Q-Shaped Hole: No
Chemical Composition (All values shown are % maximum unless shown as a range):
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Aluminum: 99.3 min
- Copper: 0.10
- Manganese: 0.05
- Magnesium: 0.05
- Titanium: 0.03
- Zinc: 0.10
- Iron + Silicon: 0.70
- Others (Each/Total): 0.03/None Listed
Box Information:
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AD-14: Box quantity of 600, box weight of 6 kg (18 lbs).
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Aluminum Adhesive Panels (Type AR)
Type AR panels are made from alloy 2024 T3 and are 1.6 mm (0.063 in) thick. They are heavy gauge and made from a high strength aluminum alloy to resist the stress of adhesive testing. Type AR is plain (bare) and Type AD is “Alclad” or laminated with a thin coat of pure aluminum for improved corrosion resistance. These panels do not have our signature, trademarked Q-shaped hole.
Panel Information:
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Aluminum Assoc. Material Designation: 2024 T3 Bare
- ASTM Material Specifications: B209
- AMS Material Specifications: QQ-A-250/4
- ISO Material Designation (ISO 209-1): AlCu4Mg1
- ISO Panel Specifications: 209-1
- Surface Finish: Smooth
- Surface Treatment: Bare
- Tensile Strength (kpsi): 63 min
- Tensile Strength (MPa): 435 min
- Min Yield Strength (kpsi): 42
- Min Yield Strength (MPa): 115
- Q-Shaped Hole: No
Chemical Compositionn (All values shown are % maximum unless shown as a range):
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Aluminum: Remainder
- Chromium: 0.10
- Copper: 3.80-4.90
- Iron: 0.50
- Manganese: 0.30-0.90
- Magnesium: 1.20-1.80
- Silicon: 0.50
- Titanium: 0.15
- Zinc: 0.25
- Others (Each/Total): 0.05/0.15
Box Information:
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AR-14: Box quantity of 600, box weight of 6 kg (18 lbs).
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Bare Aluminum Panels (Type AQ)
5005 H24 and are 0.81 mm (0.032 in) thick. Type AQ panels are offered in Europe to meet Qualicoat requirements. Type ALQ panels are chromium conversion coated.
Panel Information:
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Aluminum Assoc. Material Designation: 5005 H24
- ASTM Material Specifications: B209
- ISO Material Designation (ISO 209-1): AlMg1(B)
- ISO Panel Specifications: 209-1
- Surface Finish: Smooth
- Surface Treatment: Bare
- Tensile Strength (kpsi): 20-26
- Tensile Strength (MPa): 145-185
- Min Yield Strength (kpsi): 15
- Min Yield Strength (MPa): 115
- Q-Shaped Hole: Yes
Chemical Composition (All values shown are % maximum unless shown as a range):
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Aluminum: Remainder
- Chromium: 0.10
- Copper: 0.20
- Iron: 0.70
- Manganese: 0.20
- Magnesium: 0.50-1.10
- Silicon: 0.30
- Zinc: 0.25
- Others (Each/Total): 0.05/0.15
Box Information:
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AQ-24: Box quantity of 600, box weight of 7 kg (15 lbs).
- AQ-36: Box quantity of 400, box weight of 11 kg (23 lbs).
- AQ-44: Box quantity of 200, box weight of 5 kg (10 lbs).
- AQ-46: Box quantity of 300, box weight of 10 kg (23 lbs).
- AQ-48: Box quantity of 125, box weight of 6 kg (13 lbs).
- AQ-412: Box quantity of 100, box weight of 7 kg (15 lbs).
- AQ-2.36-5.51: Box quantity of 250, box weight of 3 kg (7 lbs).
- AQ-612: Box quantity of 100, box weight of 10 kg (23 lbs).
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Automotive Styling Panels (Type SPC)
These panels are made from coated series-3000 aluminum. They are curved and have a horizontal bend along the center to mimic the side panel of an automobile. Coatings applied to styling panels reflect light in a manner similar to a coating on an actual automobile side panel. Panels are available pre-painted in Gray or White. Rounded corners and hanging holes are available upon request.
Box Information:
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SPC-1524: Box quantity of 10, box weight of 4 kg (9 lbs).
- SPC-2434: Box quantity of 10, box weight of 14.7 kg (32.5 lbs).
- Q-Shaped Hole: Available upon request
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Automotive Styling Panels (Type SPA)
These panels are made from coated or bare smooth finish, series-3000 aluminum. They are 15 x 24" and 0.025" thick (381 x 610 x 0.64 mm). They are curved and have a horizontal bend along the center to mimic the side panel of an automobile. Coatings applied to styling panels reflect light in a manner similar to a coating on an actual automobile side panel. Panels are available in a white, coil coated polyester finish or in bare aluminum. Rounded corners and hanging holes are available upon request.
Box Information:
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SPA-1524: Box quantity of 10, box weight of 4 kg (9 lbs).
- Q-Shaped Hole: Available upon request
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Large Display Panels
(Type L-1424)
Type L panels are made from smooth finish, series-3000 aluminum. They are 14 x 24 inches (356 x 610 mm), with round corners and a hanging hole. They are useful for evaluating and displaying paints and coatings anywhere a large format is needed.
Box Information:
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L-1424: Box quantity of 10, box weight of 6 kg (13 lbs).
- Q-Shaped Hole: Yes
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Low Alloy Steel Panels (Type HA)
Low alloy steel panels are made from AISI 4130 steel, which contains molybdenum and chromium as strengthening agents. They are available in two sizes: 25 x 102 mm (1 x 4 in) and 102 x 152 mm (4 x 6 in). These panels are 0.040 in (1 mm) thick. HA panels meet AMS 6350/6351 and do not have a Q-shaped hole.
Panel Information:
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SAE Material Designation: 4130
- ASTM Material Specifications: A505 & A506
- Roughness Ra (micro-inches): 20-40
- Surface Finish: Dull Matte
- Hardness (Rockwell): B70-B80
- Tensile Strength (MPa): 480-590
- Q-Shaped Hole: No
The chemical composition of AISI 4130 steel is 0.40-0.60% Manganese, 0.28-0.33% Carbon, 0.035% max Phosphorus, 0.04% max Sulfur, 0.15-0.30% Silicon, 0.80-1.10% Chromium, 0.15-0.25% Molybdenum.
Box Information:
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HA-14: Box quantity of 600, box weight of 12 kg (27 lbs).
- HA-46: Box quantity of 100, box weight of 12 kg (27 lbs).
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Low Alloy Steel Panels (Type HN)
Low alloy steel panels are made from AISI 4130 steel, which contains molybdenum and chromium as strengthening agents. They are available in size 76 x 102 mm (3 x 4 in) and are 0.040 in (1 mm) thick. HN panels meet AMS 6345 and have a Q-shaped hole.
Panel Information:
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SAE Material Designation: 4130
- ASTM Material Specifications: A505 & A506
- Roughness Ra (micro-inches): 20-40
- Surface Finish: Dull Matte
- Hardness (Rockwell): B90-B96
- Tensile Strength (MPa): 655-760
- Q-Shaped Hole: Yes
The chemical composition of AISI 4130 steel is 0.40-0.60% Manganese, 0.28-0.33% Carbon, 0.035% max Phosphorus, 0.04% max Sulfur, 0.15-0.30% Silicon, 0.80-1.10% Chromium, 0.15-0.25% Molybdenum.
Box Information:
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HN-34: Box quantity of 250, box weight of 16 kg (35 lbs).
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Bare Aluminum Panels Available with Removable PE Film (Type ARX)
Type ARX are made from alloy 2024 T3 and are 76 x 254 mm (3 x 10 in) in size and 0.032 in (0.81 mm) thick. These panels have square corners, no hanging hole, and are also available with or without a removable PE film on one side (-P).
Panel Information:
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Aluminum Assoc. Material Designation: 2024 T3 Bare
- ASTM Material Specifications: B209
- AMS Material Specifications: QQ-A-250/4
- ISO Material Designation (ISO 209-1): AlCu4Mg1
- ISO Panel Specifications: 209-1
- Surface Finish: Smooth
- Surface Treatment: Bare
- Tensile Strength (kpsi): 63 min
- Tensile Strength (MPa): 435 min
- Min Yield Strength (kpsi): 42
- Min Yield Strength (MPa): 290
- Q-Shaped Hole: No
Chemical Composition (All values shown are % maximum unless shown as a range):
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Aluminum: Remainder
- Chromium: 0.10
- Copper: 3.80-4.90
- Iron: 0.50
- Manganese: 0.30-0.90
- Magnesium: 1.20-1.80
- Silicon: 0.50
- Titanium: 0.15
- Zinc: 0.25
- Others (Each/Total): 0.05/0.15
Box Information:
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ARX-310 (ARX-310-P): Box quantity of 125, box weight of 6 kg (14 lbs).
Information about in-stock availability can be found on
LP-0862 B - Aluminum Panels Specification Bulletin.
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Bare Aluminum Panels Available with Removable PE Film (Type ASX)
Type ASX are made from alloy 6061 T6 and are 76 x 254 mm (3 x 10 in) in size and 0.032 in (0.81 mm) thick. These panels have square corners, no hanging hole, and are also available with or without a removable PE film on one side (-P).
Panel Information:
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Aluminum Assoc. Material Designation: 6061 T6
- ASTM Material Specifications: B209
- AMS Material Specifications: QQ-A-250/11
- ISO Material Designation (ISO 209-1): AlMg1SiCu
- ISO Panel Specifications: 209-1
- Surface Finish: Smooth
- Surface Treatment: Bare
- Tensile Strength (kpsi): 42
- Tensile Strength (MPa): 290
- Min Yield Strength (kpsi): 35
- Min Yield Strength (MPa): 240
- Q-Shaped Hole: No
Chemical Composition (All values shown are % maximum unless shown as a range):
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Aluminum: Remainder
- Chromium: 0.04-0.35
- Copper: 0.15-0.40
- Iron: 0.70
- Manganese: 0.15
- Magnesium: 0.80-1.20
- Silicon: 0.40-0.80
- Titanium: 0.15
- Zinc: 0.25
- Others (Each/Total): 0.05/0.15
Box Information:
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ASX-310 (ASX-310-P): Box quantity of 125, box weight of 6 kg (14 lbs).
Information about in-stock availability can be found on
LP-0862 B - Aluminum Panels Specification Bulletin.
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Corrosion Coupons
(Type CX)
Q-PANEL mass-loss Corrosion Coupons are standardized steel panels that serve as reference specimens in corrosion testing. They help a user verify the rate of corrosion in test chambers and serve as independent test monitoring devices. Q-Lab’s Q-PANEL CX-series of standard corrosion test coupons come in three varieties that are designed to meet the stringent requirements specified in key modern corrosion test methods.
CXB-12
Material: SAE 1008/1010 carbon steel
Size: 25 x 51 x 3mm (1 × 2 × 0.125”)
Features: Rounded corners and a Q-shaped center hole and plastic mounting hardware
Standards met: GMW14872, GM9540P, and SAE J2334
CXC-35
Material: SAE 1008 commercial-grade, cold-rolled carbon steel
Size: 76 x 127 x 0.8mm (3 × 5 × 0.032")
Features: Q-shaped hole
Standards met: ASTM B117 salt fog corrosion test standard
CXD-2.76-5.90
Material: CR-4 grade steel
Size: 70 × 150 × 1.2 mm (2.76 × 5.90 × 0.047")
Standards met: ISO 9227 and VDA-233-102
Box Information:
CXB-12-K: Box quantity of 30, box weight of 2 kg (5 lbs).
CXC-35-K: Box quantity of 30, box weight of 2 kg (5 lbs).
CXD-2.76-5.90-K: Box quantity of 30, box weight of 3 kg (7 lbs).
Information about in-stock availability can be found on LP-0862 C - Corrosion Coupon Specification Bulletin.
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Anodized Aluminum Panels (Type AN)
Anodized Aluminum Panels are treated with an anodization process which improves resistance to corrosion. Most aluminum exposed to exterior weathering is given such a durable treatment. Type AN is made from alloy 3003 H14, and is 0.64 mm (0.025 in) thick.
Panel Information:
• Aluminum Assoc. Material Designation: 3003 H14
• ASTM Material Specifications: B209
• AMS Material Specifications: QQ-A-250/2
• ISO Material Designation (ISO 209-1): AlMn1Cu
• ISO Panel Specifications: 209-1, 1514
• Surface Finish: Smooth
• Surface Treatment: Mill
• Tensile Strength (kpsi): 20 - 26
• Tensile Strength (MPa): 140 - 180
• Min Yield Strength (kpsi): 17
• Min Yield Strength (MPa): 115
• Q-Shaped Hole: Yes
Chemical Composition (All values shown are % maximum unless shown as a range):
• Aluminum (%) Balance
• Chromium (%) —
• Copper (%) 0.05 - 0.20
• Iron (%) <0.70
• Manganese (%) 1.00 - 1.50
• Magnesium (%) —
• Silicon (%) <0.60
• Titanium (%) —
• Zinc (%) <0.10
• Iron + Silicon (%) —
• Others (Each/Total) (%) 0.05 - 0.15
Box Information:
• AN-36: Box quantity of 500, box weight of 10 kg (23 lbs).
• AN-46: Box quantity of 250, box weight of 7 kg (16 lbs).
• AN-612: Box quantity of 125, box weight of 11 kg (24 lbs).
• AN-1.75-5: Box quantity of 800, box weight of 8 kg (17 lbs).
Information about in-stock availability can be found on LP-0862 B - Q-PANEL Aluminum Specification Bulletin.
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Chromated Aluminum Panels (Type AT)
Chromated Aluminum Panels are treated with a chromium conversion coating which improves paint adhesion and resistance to under film corrosion. Most aluminum is given such a pretreatment prior to painting. Type AT is made from alloy 3003 H14, and is 0.64 mm (0.025 in) thick. Type AT is pretreated with trivalent chromium, which meets all requirements for REACH compliance.
Panel Information:
• Aluminum Assoc. Material Designation: 3003 H14
• ASTM Material Specifications: B209
• AMS Material Specifications: QQ-A-250/2
• ISO Material Designation (ISO 209-1): AlMn1Cu
• ISO Panel Specifications: 209-1, 1514
• Surface Finish: Smooth
• Surface Treatment: Chromate
• Tensile Strength (kpsi): 20 - 26
• Tensile Strength (MPa): 140 - 180
• Min Yield Strength (kpsi): 17
• Min Yield Strength (MPa): 115
• Q-Shaped Hole: Yes
Chemical Composition (All values shown are % maximum unless shown as a range):
• Aluminum (%) Balance
• Chromium (%) —
• Copper (%) 0.05 - 0.20
• Iron (%) <0.70
• Manganese (%) 1.00 - 1.50
• Magnesium (%) —
• Silicon (%) <0.60
• Titanium (%) —
• Zinc (%) <0.10
• Iron + Silicon (%) —
• Others (Each/Total) (%) 0.05 - 0.15
Box Information:
AT-23.5: Box quantity of, box weight of 5 kg (10 lbs)
AT-35: Box quantity of, box weight of 9kg (19 lbs)
AT-36: Box quantity of, box weight of 10kg (23 lbs)
AT-39: Box quantity of, box weight of 5 kg (11 lbs)
AT-46: Box quantity of, box weight of 7 kg (16 lbs)
AT-48: Box quantity of, box weight of 6 kg (13 lbs)
AT-412: Box quantity of, box weight of 7 kg (16 lbs)
AT-612: Box quantity of, box weight of 11 kg (24 lbs)
Information about in-stock availability can be found on LP-0862 B - Q-PANEL Aluminum Specification Bulletin.
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Chromated Aluminum Panels (Type AQT)
Chromated Aluminum Panels are treated with a chromium conversion coating which improves paint adhesion and resistance to under film corrosion. Most aluminum is given such a pretreatment prior to painting. Type AQT is made from alloy 5005 H24 and is 0.81 mm (0.032 in) thick. Type AQT is pretreated with trivalent chromium, which meets all requirements for REACH compliance.
Panel Information:
• Aluminum Assoc. Material Designation: 5005h24
• ASTM Material Specifications: B209
• AMS Material Specifications: —
• ISO Material Designation (ISO 209-1): AlMg1(B)
• ISO Panel Specifications: 209-1
• Surface Finish: Smooth
• Surface Treatment: Mill
• Tensile Strength (kpsi): 20 - 26
• Tensile Strength (MPa): 140 - 180
• Min Yield Strength (kpsi): 15
• Min Yield Strength (MPa): 105
• Q-Shaped Hole: Yes
Chemical Composition (All values shown are % maximum unless shown as a range):
• Aluminum (%) Balance
• Chromium (%) <0.10
• Copper (%) <0.20
• Iron (%) <0.70
• Manganese (%)<0.20
• Magnesium (%) 0.50 - 1.10
• Silicon (%) <0.60
• Titanium (%) —
• Zinc (%)<0.25
• Iron + Silicon (%) —
• Others (Each/Total) (%) 0.05 - 0.15
Box Information:
AQT-36: Box quantity of, box weight of 10 kg (23 lbs)
AQT-46: Box quantity of, box weight of 10 kg (23 lbs)
AQT-412: Box quantity of, box weight of 7 kg (15 lbs)
Information about in-stock availability can be found on LP-0862 B - Q-PANEL Aluminum Specification Bulletin.
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Iron Phosphate Treatment (Type R-XX-ICF)
Q-PHOS iron phosphated panels are pretreated with Bonderite M-FE 1000™, the most commonly used type of industrial iron phosphate. R-XX-ICF panels incorporate a REACH/RoHS-compliant chrome-free seal using Bonderite M-PT 99X followed by a virgin deionized water rinse. Iron phosphated panels have a coating weight of 323 to 646 mg/m2 (30 to 60 mg/ft2) and are 0.81 mm (0.032 in) thick.
The chemical composition of SAE 1008/1010 steel panels is 0.60% max Manganese, 0.15% max Carbon, 0.030% max Phosphorus, 0.035% max Sulfur. All Q-PHOS panels are made from the same premium steel as Q-PANEL standard steel substrates.
R-XX-ICF panels have a dull matte finish.
Box Information:
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R-36-ICF: Box quantity of 250, box weight of 20 kg (43 lbs).
- R-46-ICF: Box quantity of 200, box weight of 20 kg (45 lbs).
- R-48-ICF: Box quantity of 125, box weight of 18 kg (40 lbs).
- R-412-ICF: Box quantity of 100, box weight of 21 kg (46 lbs).
- Q-Shaped Hole: Yes
Information about in-stock availability can be found on
LP-0862 A - Steel & Iron Phosphated Panels Specification Bulletin.
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Iron Phosphate Treatment (Type S-XX-ICF)
Q-PHOS iron phosphated panels are pretreated with Bonderite M-FE 1000™, the most commonly used type of industrial iron phosphate. S-XX-ICF panels incorporate a REACH/RoHS-compliant chrome-free seal using Bonderite M-PT 99X followed by a virgin deionized water rinse. Iron phosphated panels have a coating weight of 323 to 646 mg/m2 and are 0.032" (0.81 mm) thick.
The chemical composition of SAE 1008/1010 steel panels is 0.60% max Manganese, 0.15% max Carbon, 0.030% max Phosphorus, 0.035% max Sulfur. All Q-PHOS panels are made from the same premium steel as Q-PANEL standard steel substrates. S-XX-ICF panels have a ground finish on one side.
Box Information:
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S-36-ICF: Box quantity of 250, box weight of 20 kg (43 lbs).
- S-46-ICF: Box quantity of 200, box weight of 20 kg (45 lbs).
- S-412-ICF: Box quantity of 100, box weight of 21 kg (46 lbs).
- Q-Shaped Hole: Yes
Information about in-stock availability can be found on
LP-0862 A - Steel & Iron Phosphated Panels Specification Bulletin.
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Automotive Styling Panels (Type SPR)
These panels are made from matte finish, SAE 1008/1010 steel. They are 24 x 34" and 0.032" thick (610 x 864 x 0.8 mm). They are curved and have three breaks to mimic the side panel of an automobile. Coatings applied to styling panels reflect light in a manner similar to a coating on an actual automobile side panel. Panels are provided with blunted corners.
Box Information:
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SPR-2434: Box quantity of 10, box weight of 33.6 kg (74.1 lbs).
- Q-Shaped Hole: Available upon request
Information about in-stock availability can be found on
LP-0862 A - Steel & Iron Phos Panels Specification Bulletin.
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