Copper Sheet (0.55mm, 0.7mm, 1.0mm)
Commercial-grade copper sheet conforming to AS 1566-1997 (R2018) specifications, manufactured from electrolytic tough pitch (ETP) copper with 99.9% purity. Available in cold-rolled H00 temper for optimal balance of formability and strength. The material develops a protective patina over time, transitioning from bright metallic to characteristic green-blue finish. Extensively used in Australian heritage and contemporary architecture for roofing, wall cladding, flashings, and decorative elements. Particularly suited to coastal and bushfire-prone areas due to non-combustible properties and marine environment resistance.
- Architectural roofing systems (standing seam, batten roll)
- Wall cladding and facade systems
- Flashings and weatherproofing details
- Gutters and downpipes
- Heritage building restoration
- Decorative architectural features
- Lightning protection systems
- Marine environment applications
- Bushfire-rated construction (BAL-FZ compliant)
- Green Star rated buildings
Copper has been used in Australian architecture since colonial times, with notable examples including Sydney's Queen Victoria Building (1898) and Melbourne's Flinders Street Station (1909). The material gained renewed popularity in the 1960s with the introduction of cold-rolled copper sheets, allowing thinner gauges without compromising durability. Australian Standard AS 1566 was first published in 1974, establishing local specifications for copper building products. Modern Australian applications have expanded beyond traditional roofing to include innovative facade systems, with projects like the Australian Museum's Crystal Hall demonstrating contemporary copper cladding techniques. The material's non-combustible properties have made it increasingly specified in bushfire-prone areas following the 2009 Black Saturday fires and subsequent building code reforms.
DISCLAIMER: This specification document is generated from the CLAD Materials Atlas Database. Information is for general guidance only and does not constitute professional engineering advice. Values are typical and may vary by batch, manufacturer, and production run. Verify suitability for specific project applications independently.