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3003 Aluminum Sheet

As a representative alloy of the 3000 series aluminum-manganese alloys, 3003 is one of the most widely used anti-rust aluminum alloys worldwide. By adding manganese to pure aluminum, it achieves an excellent balance between strength and corrosion resistance.3003 aluminum sheet uses aluminu

  • Alloy:3003
  • Temper:O, H12, H14, H16, H18, H19, H22, H24
  • Surface finish:Mill finish, polished, brushed, hairline, sandblasted, embossed, etched, etc.
  • MOQ:1–3 tons
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As a representative alloy of the 3000 series aluminum-manganese alloys, 3003 is one of the most widely used anti-rust aluminum alloys worldwide. By adding manganese to pure aluminum, it achieves an excellent balance between strength and corrosion resistance.

3003 aluminum sheet uses aluminum as its base metal, with a small amount of manganese (Mn) as the primary alloying element. It is a versatile, medium-strength aluminum sheet material widely used in industrial applications due to its well-balanced overall properties.

Compared with pure aluminum alloys in the 1xxx series, 3003 aluminum sheet maintains good formability and corrosion resistance while offering significantly improved strength. It is widely used in architectural decoration, chemical equipment, transportation, and general industrial applications, making it one of the most commonly used basic aluminum alloys in engineering design.

HAOMEI Aluminum produces extra-wide and extra-thick 3003 aluminum sheets with internal stress relieved to prevent deformation after cutting. The maximum width is 2,650 mm, and the maximum thickness is 500 mm.

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Alloy Composition

The typical chemical composition of 3003 aluminum sheet consists mainly of aluminum, with manganese content of approximately 1.0–1.5%. The addition of manganese effectively improves tensile strength and fatigue resistance without significantly reducing the material’s ductility or corrosion resistance.

This alloy design strengthens the material without sacrificing processability, enabling 3003 aluminum sheet to provide both strength and formability in practical applications.

ElementSiFeCuMnMgZnOtherAl
3003
≤0.60≤0.700.05–0.201.0–1.5-≤0.10≤0.15remainder

Tempers

3003 aluminum sheet can be supplied in a range of tempers through cold working and annealing processes to meet different fabrication requirements.

3003-O Temper

Offers the best ductility and is suitable for complex forming operations, including deep drawing, stretching, and bending.

3003-H12 / H14

Provides medium strength with a balance of rigidity and formability. Commonly used for decorative panels and structural housings.

3003-H18

Offers relatively high strength and is suitable for flat components or parts requiring tighter deformation control.

3003 Aluminum Sheet Specifications

TemperO, H12, H14, H16, H18, H19, H22, H24
Thickness0.2–50 mm
Width100–2,600 mm
Length500–10,000 mm
Surface finishMill finish, polished, brushed, hairline, sandblasted, embossed, etched, etc.
FinishRolled finish or customer-specific surface treatment
Coatings for aluminum sheet/platePVC coating, color coating, polyester coating, PVDF coating, polyurethane coating, and epoxy coating
TypeHot-rolled (HR) or cold-rolled (CR) sheet
MOQ1–3 tons

Physical and Mechanical Properties

Property3003-O3003-H143003-H22
Shear Strength75 MPa96 MPa81 MPa
Tensile Strength40–110 MPa130–160 MPa94–140 MPa
Elastic Modulus70 GPa70 GPa70 GPa
Brinell Hardness28 HB42 HB37 HB
Elongation28%8%8%

Performance Advantages of 3003 Aluminum Sheet

  1. Outstanding Anti-Rust Performance: 3003 is a true "anti-rust aluminum" alloy. It performs very reliably in humid environments, atmospheric conditions, and certain mildly acidic or alkaline media.

  2. Excellent Deep Drawing and Formability: It is an ideal material for spinning and deep-drawing applications. Whether it is formed into rounded cookware or bent into complex piping components, 3003 aluminum can maintain a smooth surface without cracking.

  3. Easy Welding: 3003 aluminum sheet is easy to weld. Gas welding, arc welding, and resistance welding can all be used, producing reliable weld strength.

  4. Surface-Treatment Friendly: 3003 aluminum sheet is highly compatible with anodizing, painting, spraying, and coating processes, allowing attractive and durable surface finishes.

  5. Good Balance Between Cost and Performance: Where very high strength is not required, 3003 aluminum sheet provides excellent cost performance and is a preferred material for general industrial applications.

Applications of 3003 Aluminum Sheet

  • Kitchen Applications: Cookware, pots, pressure cooker liners, rice cooker inner pots, and related products.

  • Transportation Applications: Automotive fuel tanks, truck fuel tanks, power-battery housings, and refrigerated container linings.

  • Building Exterior Applications: Color-coated aluminum coils, architectural curtain walls, and aluminum honeycomb panel substrates.

  • Chemical and Storage/Transportation Applications: Pressure vessels, liquid transfer pipes, storage tanks, and pressure tanks.

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Types of 3003 Aluminum Sheet

3003 Hot-Rolled Aluminum Sheet

3003 Cold-Rolled Aluminum Sheet

3003 Color-Coated Aluminum Sheet

3003 Aluminum Tread Plate / Embossed Aluminum Sheet

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Other Names and Types of 3003 Aluminum Alloy Sheet

A93003 Aluminum Sheet

3003 Aluminum Alloy Sheet

3003 Aluminum Plate

Aluminum A93003 Sheet

3003 H14 Aluminum Sheet

3003 H24 Aluminum Sheet

ASME SB209 Aluminum 3003 Plain Sheet

3003 H22 Aluminum Sheet

3003 Hot-Rolled Aluminum Sheet

3003 Industrial Aluminum Sheet

3003 H22 Cold-Rolled Aluminum Sheet

3003 Aluminum Alloy Cold-Forming Sheet

How to Distinguish 3003 Aluminum Sheet from 3004 Aluminum Sheet

3003 Aluminum sheet

3003 mainly contains manganese. It focuses on formability and corrosion resistance.

3004 Aluminum sheet

3004 contains manganese plus magnesium (Mg). It offers higher strength and is commonly used for beverage can bodies.

Conclusion

If your product requires greater load-bearing capacity, choose 3004 aluminum sheet. If you prioritize better drawing performance and cost efficiency, 3003 aluminum sheet is the ideal choice.

Why Choose HAOMEI Aluminum?

Customized Service

We support customized products based on specific customer requirements, including thickness, width, length, and temper. Sample services are available, including A4-size samples for testing.

We can meet personalized processing and application requirements, undertake large-volume and export orders, and provide quotations in RMB or foreign currencies.

Quality Assurance

With many years of aluminum-processing experience, HAOMEI Aluminum is equipped with advanced production and inspection equipment. Strict quality control is implemented throughout the entire process, from raw-material procurement to finished-product shipment.

Products are traceable, and eligible quality-related issues can be handled through return or exchange in accordance with warranty terms.

Logistics and Delivery

We maintain warehouses and offices in multiple regions across China and support nationwide delivery and global exports. Based on order quantity and destination, we select the most efficient logistics solution to ensure timely and safe delivery.

Aluminum coils and sheets are packaged with moisture-proof and rain-proof materials to protect surface quality during transportation.

After-Sales Support

Our professional technical team provides material-selection guidance and processing consultation. We can assist with various issues encountered during use, including processing deformation and surface-treatment concerns.

Long-term technical support and prompt responses help customers improve product performance, efficiency, and overall user experience.


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