Corten metal siding is available in various thicknesses to suit applications and structural requirements. The typical thickness is between 1.5 and 6 mm.
The exact thickness of cor ten siding depends on the specific design, load bearing capacity and structural considerations of the building.
Products specification
| Rib Distance | Rib Height | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 2.67″ pitch | 7/8″ or custom | 1 to 52″ |
| Finish | Coverage Area | Gauges |
| PVDF Resin Based | Roof: 34.67″ Wall:67″ |
Gauge 22, 24 |
Technical details of weathered steel siding
| Material Type | 7/8″ Corrugated Metal Roofing and Siding |
|---|---|
| Recommended Minimum Roof Slope: | 3/12 |
| Available Gauges: | 22, 24 |
| Rib Height: | 7/8″ |
| Rib Distance (Pitch) | 2.67″ Pitch |
| Panel Length: | 1′ to 52′ |
| Fasteners: | Exposed |
| Substrate: | AZ50 Minimum (Galvalume®/Zincalume®) |
| Coverage Area (Roof): | 34.67″ |
| Overall Width: | 39″ Out to Out may vary depending on coil width used. |
| Coverage Area (Wall): | 37″ |
| Installation: | Can be installed over an open purlin system or a solid substrate. Use bead mastic on the overlap if used for a roofing application. |
| Finishes: | PVDF Resin Based |
Corten metal siding equivalent
| AMERICAN ASTM |
BRITISH STANDARD | GERMAN DIN |
JAPANESEJIS |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASTM A423 GR.1 ASTM A214 |
BS-6323-5 BS-6323-6 |
DIN 17177 EN 10217-1 AND 2 EN 10305-2 AND 3 |
JIS G 3445 |
Mechanical properties of corten steel panels
| Min. Yield Point | Tensile Strength | Elongation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| IRSM 41- 97 | [340 MPa] | [480 MPa] | 21% min |
| ASTM 588 GR. A | [345 MPa] | [485 MPa] | 21% min |
| CORTEN A | [355 MPa] | [470 – 630 MPa] | 20 % min |
| ASTM 242 TYPE -1 | [345 MPa] | [480 MPa] | 16% min |
corten siding panels chemical properties
| IRSM 41 -97 | ASTM 588 GR A | Corten – A Plates | ASTM 242 TYPE -1 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manganese | 0.25-0.45 | 0.80-1.25 | 0.20-50 | 1.00 |
| Carbon, Max | 0.10 | 0.19 | 0.12 | 0.15 |
| Phosphorus | 0.07-0.11 | 0.04 | 0.07-0.15 | 0.15 |
| Silicon | 0.28-0.72 | 0.30-0.65 | 0.25-0.75 | 0.25-0.40 |
| Aluminimum | 0.030 | … | – | – |
| Sulphur, max | 0.030 | 0.05 | 0.030 | 0.05 |
| Chromium | 0.30-0.50 | 0.40-065 | 0.50-1.25 | – |
| Nickel, max | 0.20-0.49 | 0.40 | 0.65 | – |
| Copper | 0.30-0.39 | 0.25-0.40 | 0.25-0.55 | 0.20 min |
| Molybdenum, max | – | – | – | – |
| Vanadium | 0.050 | 0.02-0.10 | – |
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Where exactly corten metal siding used
Corten steel screens are often used as:
Privacy screens in residential and commercial settings
Fencing panels to define boundaries and add visual interest to properties.
Room dividers or partitions create distinct spaces while maintaining an open and airy feel.
Wall art and installations add a modern and industrial aesthetic to indoor and outdoor spaces.
Decorative elements for building facades create a striking visual impact.
Create sculptures and outdoor art installations.
