What Is PPGI Used for?

The full form of PPGI is color coated galvanized iron. It is a color coated steel or color coated steel and is an extension of GI. As the name implies, it is made from galvanized steel sheets, which are then cleaned, pretreated, and coated with layers of coating to make it more beautiful and durable. At Best Steel, we use a coil coating process to manufacture PPGI coils. Keep reading for more details!

Color coated GI steel is sold in coils or sheets, including profile sheets and plain sheets.

1. What are PPGI coils?

PPGI coils are rolled up colored steel sheets that are easy to transport. In addition, it is a great investment item because it can be further processed for different applications. Wanzhi's color coated galvanized steel coils usually weigh about 3 to 5 tons. The weight can be customized according to your needs. As a wholesaler, we will offer discounts for bulk purchase orders.

PPGI Coil

2. What is PPGI sheet?

PPGI sheet means color coated steel coil in sheet form. It is a derivative of color galvanized coil after shearing, profiling and other processing, a semi-finished or finished product that can be invested or used directly.

We can find PPGI plain and profile sheets in the market such as corrugated, tile, etc. It allows customization of lengths, widths, designs, etc. Due to the variety of options, GI color coated panels are widely used for roofing, wall panels, household appliances, furniture, etc.

What is PPGI used of ?  

Pre-painted galvanized steel is a versatile material suitable for many applications, including

1. Architectural uses, such as roofing and wall panels for factories, warehouses, residences, balcony railings, cold storage, roll-up doors, door panels, window frames, screens, ceilings, elevators, chimneys, etc.

2. Household appliances, including the front and rear panels of refrigerators, washing machines, air conditioners, microwave ovens.

3. Furniture, such as side panels of cabinets, closets, tables, beds, storage cabinets, bookshelves, etc.

4. Automotive uses, such as interior panels for cars and trains, partitions, containers, isolation strips, ship cabins, etc.

5. Other uses, such as white boards, billboards, clocks, photographic equipment, etc.

PPGI Coil

Buying Tips

If you are not familiar with pre-painted galvanized steel, here is what you need to know.

1. Substrate Material PPGI is a common type of color coated steel with galvanized steel as the base material. Different base materials are available, including hot-dip galvanized and electro-galvanized steel. In addition, you can also find color coated steel based on aluminized zinc plated steel (PPGL) and hot rolled or cold rolled steel. Base metal materials will directly affect the price.

2. Painting. It includes the paint types and painting thickness. The popular paints are PE, SMP (service life 10-12 years), HDP (15 years warranty), and PVDF (20 years warranty). Generally, the thickness is 5/10 ㎛ (back/top), and the top paint thickness can be up to 35 ㎛. Besides, paints can be different for the top and back sides.

3. Colors. The color (RAL color card) and printing pattern can be customized according to your requirements. Generally the color does not affect much on the price. You can choose the color as your reference and use environment.

4. Surface treatment. You can find PPGI steel with glossy, matte, embossed surface, which will not affect its performance. You can choose according to your needs.

For an accurate quote, get in touch with Best Steel with the details of your project. Our friendly team of experts can help you find the ideal solution to achieve the highest standard results.