If you are sourcing perforated aluminum sheet for façade, ceiling, balcony, equipment guard or decorative screening applications, understanding the price per square meter will help you estimate project material cost and compare quotes from different suppliers. Perforated aluminum sheet is not a single-priced commodity - the final number depends on alloy, thickness, hole pattern, open area, surface finish and order volume.
Indicative reference basis (SMM-based, not a firm quote)
Base metal element + processing - confirm against the current SMM quote on the order date
SMM base aluminum (A00), November 3, 2026: 23,450 CNY/mt (≈ ¥23.45/kg; −70 CNY/mt, −0.30% day-on-day; day range 23,440–23,460 CNY/mt). In USD this is about $3,126.84/ton VAT-excluded (≈ $3,533.33/ton VAT-included) at USD/CNY 6.6368. This is the raw base-metal element for aluminum products, not a perforated-sheet price.
A typical processed perforated aluminum sheet (e.g. 2.0 mm 3003-H14, standard round-hole pattern, mill finish) is read as: the base aluminum element benchmarked to SMM above, plus a processing premium for perforation, cutting and finishing. Because the metal element tracks a published daily market price, any indicative figure must be confirmed against the SMM quote on the day you place the order. The numbers below are SMM-based indicative references for estimating only - they are not a current GNEE quotation.
What Is the Current Perforated Aluminum Sheet Price Per Square Meter?
The most reliable way to read perforated aluminum sheet pricing is to separate it into two parts:
Base aluminum element - driven by the SMM aluminum price for the selected alloy and thickness. This is the volatile part and changes with the market.
Processing element - perforation (tooling, pitch, open area), cutting to size, deburring, leveling and surface finishing. This is the more stable part and scales with complexity.
Rates shift with alloy choice, sheet thickness, hole diameter and open area, surface finish, cutting service and order volume. Powder-coated or PVDF-coated panels, micro-perforation, and custom patterns carry extra cost. Bulk orders above a full container load usually qualify for better terms.
Perforated Aluminum Sheet Price Reference Table
| Product / Condition | Indicative reference basis | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Perforated aluminum sheet, mill finish, standard round-hole pattern, 1.5–3.0 mm | SMM base + est. processing ≈ ¥5,000–12,000/mt | Estimated processing element; confirm per current SMM quote |
| Powder-coated perforated sheet | Base + est. finishing ≈ ¥3,000–8,000/mt | Color and film thickness affect the surcharge |
| PVDF / fluorocarbon perforated sheet | Base + est. weather-grade finishing ≈ ¥6,000–12,000/mt | Typically specified for exterior façades |
| Custom pattern / micro-perforated sheet | Base + custom tooling or laser surcharge | Confirm against drawing and minimum hole-size limits |
| Cut-to-size / fabricated panel | Base + cutting, deburring, leveling | Charged per processing step and dimension |
The base metal element uses the real SMM A00 aluminum price of 23,450 CNY/mt on November 3, 2026 (VAT-excluded ≈ $3,126.84/ton). The processing surcharges shown above are estimated industry references for illustration, not GNEE's actual rates. Perforated aluminum sheet is quoted against a specification (alloy, thickness, hole pattern, open area, finish, quantity, destination), so the only firm number is the one GNEE returns after reviewing your requirement. Confirm against a live SMM quote before budgeting.
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How to Calculate the Cost of Perforated Aluminum Sheet
Start from the weight of the sheet, because both the metal cost and most freight are weight-based.
Solid sheet weight per square meter:
W_solid (kg/m²) = thickness (mm) × density (g/cm³)
For 3003 the density is about 2.73 g/cm³, so a 2.0 mm sheet weighs roughly 5.46 kg/m² before perforation.
Perforated sheet weight: for a panel perforated uniformly across the whole area,
W_perf = W_solid × (1 − open area / 100)
If the sheet has solid edge margins or local non-perforated zones, use W = density × thickness × (total area − hole area) against the drawing instead.
Cost example (illustrative only): a 1000 × 2000 mm (2.0 m²) panel in 2.0 mm 3003-H14, 30% open area, mill finish.
Solid weight = 5.46 × 2.0 = 10.92 kg
Perforated weight = 10.92 × (1 − 30/100) = 7.64 kg
Base metal at the SMM A00 price of 23,450 CNY/mt (≈ $3,126.84/ton VAT-excluded) = 7.64 kg × $3.127/kg ≈ $23.89 (in CNY: 7.64 × 23.45 ≈ ¥179.16)
Add an illustrative processing premium for perforation, cutting, deburring, leveling and mill finish - this element is not yet fixed and must be confirmed. Using an illustrative processed total of $4.80 / kg (not a GNEE selling price): 7.64 × 4.80 ≈ $36.67 per panel, of which the base metal is the $23.89 above
This is a calculation example only. Actual weight varies with dimensional tolerances, and the final quotation may include cutting, finishing, packaging, freight and other charges. The processed price must be confirmed against the current SMM quote and your specification.
GNEE as a Perforated Aluminum Sheet Supplier
GNEE supplies perforated aluminum sheet and panels as a material and processing supply. Alloys commonly supported include 1060, 1100, 3003 and 5005, with 5052 and 6061 evaluated where higher strength is required. Tempers are confirmed against the alloy, thickness and applicable standard (commonly H14, H24, H34 and others). Base thicknesses typically span 0.7–5.0 mm, with standard mill sizes such as 1000×2000, 1250×2500 and 1500×3000 mm, cut to project dimensions.
Hole patterns include round, square, slotted, hexagonal and custom decorative layouts; surface options cover mill finish, powder coating, PVDF and anodizing. Processing covers perforation, cutting, deburring, leveling and finishing. A Material Test Certificate is provided with orders - ISO 9001 managed, EN 10204 3.1 mill test certificate standard, with 3.2 or third-party inspection available on request. Dimensional and visual inspection, and export packaging (protective film, interleaving, strapping, pallet or crate), are arranged per the order.
Typical lead time is 15–30 days, confirmed against alloy, thickness, pattern and finish. For export, minimum order quantity is flexible - both small trial orders and large-volume orders are accepted.
To receive an accurate quote and lead time, please provide the following when submitting an inquiry: alloy and temper, sheet thickness, panel width and length, hole shape, hole diameter, pitch or target open area, edge margin, surface finish and color, quantity, and destination country.
FAQ
How is perforated aluminum sheet priced?
Pricing separates into a base aluminum element benchmarked to SMM and a processing element for perforation, cutting and finishing. The metal element tracks a published daily market price, so the quotation should be requested close to the order date. The only firm number is the one returned after your specification is reviewed.
Does open area affect the price of perforated aluminum sheet?
Yes. A higher open area means more piercing strokes and more tool wear, and it changes material yield, so it influences the processing element. Very high or very low open area, and micro-perforation, are evaluated separately because they touch minimum hole-size limits and tooling.
What is the minimum order for perforated aluminum sheet?
Minimum order quantity is flexible. Both small trial orders and large-volume orders are accepted; larger volumes typically receive better terms. Confirm the workable minimum against your alloy, thickness and pattern.
How long does perforated aluminum sheet take to deliver?
Typical lead time is 15–30 days, confirmed against the alloy, thickness, hole pattern, surface finish and order volume. In-stock base sheet can shorten the window, while custom patterns or specific tempers are confirmed case by case.