Quantity: state the number of perforated pieces or square feet of coverage required.
Thickness: specify in gauge numbers or decimal inches, in ¼” thick, 16GA, .040″, etc.
Metal material: aluminum, stainless steel, copper, galvanized, etc.
Width & length, include tolerances: unless otherwise specified, the length will be the long dimension of the sheet.
Specify Pattern Orientation: direction of pattern on sheet.
Perforation size: specify the size of the perforated hole in inches, i.e. .125″, .375″.
Arrangement of perforations: specify staggered,straight line or other patterns. Normally the straight row of a staggered pattern will run the long way on the sheet.
Spacing of perforations: this can be specified as the distance between hole centers, the percent of open area or, in the case of small holes, as the number of holes per square inch.
Solid margins: if margins on the perforated sheet are not important, specify minimum or no margins.
Finish: specify powder coating, anodizing, plating or degreasing. If you have custom finishing ideas in mind, please contact us directly to discuss the possibilities for your project.
Other information: for slotted perforations, specify whether the long dimension of the slot is parallel to the long or short dimension of the sheet. A drawing of your part or job is recommended to ensure accurate, timely delivery of your cost quotation.
Shipping instructions and delivery requirements.
