Aluminium Composite Panels (ACP) Are Modern, Durable Cladding Materials Consisting Of Two Thin Aluminium Cover Sheets Bonded To A Non-Aluminium Core (Typically Polyethylene Or Mineral-Filled). This Composite Structure Provides Excellent Rigidity And Flatness In A Lightweight Format.
Our ACP Sheets Are Available In A Wide Array Of Colors, Textures, And Finishes (Solid, Metallic, Wood, Marble), Making Them The Industry Standard For Stunning Exterior Facades, Interior Wall Cladding, Corporate Branding, And High-Quality Signage Applications Where Aesthetics And Long-Term Weather Resistance Are Essential.
Key Features & Benefits
Superior Flatness And High Rigidity
Excellent Weather And UV Resistance
Lightweight With Exceptional Strength-To-Weight Ratio
Wide Range Of Finishes And Custom Colors
Easy To Fabricate (Bending, Cutting, Grooving)
Low Maintenance And Easy To Clean
Vibration Damping And Acoustic Insulation
Fire-Retardant Core Options Available (FR Grade)
Technical Specifications
Property
Specification
Material Structure
2 x Aluminium Sheets Bonded To A Core Material
Core Material
Low-Density Polyethylene (LDPE), Or Mineral-Filled (FR Grade)
Total Sheet Thickness
3mm, 4mm (Standard), 6mm
Aluminium Skin Thickness
0.21mm, 0.3mm, 0.5mm
Standard Sizes
8' x 4' (2440mm x 1220mm), 10' x 4' (3050mm x 1220mm), 12' x 4' (3660mm x 1220mm)
Coating Type
PVDF (Exterior Grade) Or Polyester (PE - Interior/Signage Grade)
Density
Approx. 5.5 kg/m² For 4mm Thick Sheet
Fire Rating
Standard Or Fire Retardant (FR) Grade
Applications
ACP Sheets Are The Versatile Choice For Both Architectural And Branding Projects:
Exterior Cladding: Building Facades, Curtain Walls, Balconies, Roof Edges
Signage: Corporate Identity Boards, Fascia Signs, Directional Signage, 3D Letters
Transportation: Vehicle Bodies, Train Interiors
Industrial: Machine Covers, Equipment Enclosures
Coating Types
PVDF Coating: Highly Recommended For Exterior Use. Offers Superior Resistance To Weathering, Fading, Chalking, And Industrial Pollutants, Ensuring Color Stability And Longevity (10-20 Year Warranty Depending On Thickness).
PE Coating: Suitable For Interior Applications And Temporary Outdoor Signage, Offering Good Color Quality At A More Economical Price Point.
Get Answers To Common Questions About ACP Sheets. For Additional Information, Contact Our Team.
What Is The Best Coating For Exterior Use?
PVDF (Polyvinylidene Fluoride) Coating Is Highly Recommended For All Exterior Architectural Applications. It Provides Excellent Color Retention And Gloss Stability, Along With Superior Resistance To UV Rays, Acid Rain, And Environmental Corrosion, Ensuring The Facade Looks New For Decades.
How Is ACP Installed On A Building Facade?
ACP Sheets Are Typically Installed Using A Specialized Framing System, Such As A Metal Sub-Frame (Aluminum Or Steel), Which Is Attached To The Building Structure. The Sheets Are Routed, Bent, And Fixed Onto This Frame Using Sealant, Rivets, Or Concealed Clips, Forming A Ventilated Rain-Screen Cladding System.
Are There Different Fire Ratings For ACP?
Yes. Standard ACP Often Has A Core Of Polyethylene (LDPE) Which Is Combustible. Fire-Retardant (FR) Grade ACP Uses A Mineral-Filled Core That Significantly Inhibits Flame Spread, Meeting Stringent Fire Safety Codes (Like A2 Or B1 Ratings) Required For High-Rise Buildings And Public Spaces.