Gun Metal Plates are highly durable non-ferrous metal products made of alloy metals that are an effective combination of copper, tin, and zinc, possessing qualities like high strength, corrosion resistance, wear resistance, and longevity. Gun Metal Plates are commonly used in all those industries where there is a need for highly durable metal products which could withstand load, pressure, and friction and function under extreme conditions. Premium-quality Gun Metal Plates are available from Ganga R Ispat Metals for industrial use.
Ganga R Ispat Metals is one of the Best Gun Metal plates Manufacturers in Bhilai, and the company offers gun metal plates in a range of sizes, thickness, grades, and specifications. The wide array of gun metal plates from the company find extensive use in marine engineering, ship building, pumps and valves, power plant applications, chemical industries, mining machinery, heavy duty machines, fabrication purposes and industrial components. High machinability and dimensional stability, and corrosion resistance make these plates ideal for manufacturing.
The manufacture of Gun Metal Plates by Ganga R Ispat Metals includes quality testing that guarantees that all the dimensions of each Gun Metal Plate we produce will be accurate, with correct alloy composition and an excellent finish. Thanks to modern manufacturing technology, customization, competitive pricing, large-scale production, and prompt delivery of Gun Metal Plates, you can rely on us as a trustworthy supplier.
Gunmetal plates have proved their worth as a material, spanning as far back as their use in cannons and compressors. Their use has heavily proliferated, but it is very important to use the right grade for the application. Choosing the wrong grade gunmetal can lead to a catastrophic failure, while the right grade will ensure reliability. Gunmetal is a strong material, and that is one of the reasons it is popular across shipbuilding, manufacturing, and defence.
Ganga R Ispat Metals is a known entity when it comes to Gunmetal Plate Manufacturers in Bhilai. With Ganga’s gunmetal plates, you can expect gunmetal plates that are engineered to be strong and resist corrosion while also exhibiting consistency and reliability in their performance.Ganga R Ispat Metals manufactures valves, bearings, and pressure components that are crafted to fine tolerances, and are completely tailored to specific industrial requirements. From their experience, local industries have come to accept and welcome Ganga’s gunmetal plates instead of importing gunmetal plates which are critical to the functioning of the industry.
Gun metal used to be made into cannons and artillery pieces. It was valued for its strength, and for the corrosion resistance to salt water, which made it popular in items made for the sea. Today gun metal is used in a completely different world. Amongst the other options of metal plates for use in manufacturing, gunmetal is a useful material in compressors and valves. Industries that buy gun metal plates because of its reliability under constant friction and pressure as the formulation and usage of metal plates shows a high degree of innovation, and the same can be said for the constant improvement initiative that the world shows.
Ganga R Ispat Metals is a trusted name among Gunmetal Plate Suppliers in Bhilai, known for good stock and good quality. Bhilai including {Local_Hubs} has a strong presence from industrial and manufacturing units, resulting in the need of timely supply for smooth production. We help you easily fulfill your requirements with quick delivery of plates that meet exact grade standards.
Selecting the incorrect grade of gun steel plates can transform a pressure system into a costly, failing system. Here’s why things typically start to fail:
It is not difficult to make sure failures like this do not happen in a system. It just requires the right checks at the right points in a system. Here are some of the points:
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Shipbuilders trust it. It is used for valves and pumps in oil and gas plants. Pressure-tight assemblies are found in defence manufacturing. Bearings and bushings in heavy machinery are made from it. Buyers make sure to cross-check the gun metal plate HSN code to make sure that customs and taxation are cleared quickly and smoothly. Across all of these examples and sectors, this one alloy is most widely used where it is most critical to perform.
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Ordering goods in bulk or ordering goods in an established production run can be done with little effort.
Gunmetal demonstrates versatility across applications by holding its own from the days where it was integrated into the casting of cannons to its modern-day applications. Knowing where this alloy can be useful, what grades to choose, and where to get them from trusted manufacturers, and suppliers can save a business from costly mistakes in the future.Ganga R Ispat Metalskeep supplying industries with gunmetal plates that have been quality-tested and proven to be useful.
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| Grade | Tensile Strength (MPa) | Yield Strength (MPa) | Elongation (%) | Hardness (HB) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G1-C (Grade I) | 200 – 250 | 110 – 140 | 10 – 15 | 70 – 90 |
| G2-C (Grade II) | 220 – 260 | 120 – 150 | 8 – 12 | 80 – 100 |
| G3-C (Grade III) | 240 – 280 | 130 – 160 | 6 – 10 | 90 – 110 |
| Grade | Tensile Strength (MPa) | Yield Strength (MPa) | Elongation (%) | Hardness (HB) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LG1-C | 180 – 220 | 90 – 120 | 12 – 18 | 65 – 85 |
| LG2-C | 200 – 240 | 100 – 130 | 10 – 15 | 70 – 95 |
| LG3-C | 220 – 260 | 110 – 140 | 8 – 12 | 80 – 105 |
| IS Grade | Tensile Strength (MPa) | Yield Strength (MPa) | Elongation (%) | Hardness (HB) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LTB-1 | 220 – 260 | 120 – 150 | 8 – 12 | 80 – 100 |
| LTB-2 | 200 – 240 | 100 – 130 | 10 – 15 | 75 – 95 |
| Physical Property | Typical Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Density | 8.7 – 8.9 | g/cm³ |
| Density | 8,700 – 8,900 | kg/m³ |
| Melting Point (Solidus–Liquidus) | 900 – 1,000 | °C |
| Porosity | Very Low (cast-controlled) | — |
| Grain Structure | Fine to Medium | — |
| Color / Appearance | Reddish Brown to Dark Bronze | — |
| Magnetic Properties | Non-magnetic | — |
| Corrosion Resistance | Excellent (especially in water & steam) | — |
| Wear Resistance | Good | — |
| Machinability | Good (Excellent in leaded grades) | — |
| Castability | Excellent | — |
| Thermal Property | Typical Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Thermal Conductivity (at 20 °C) | 40 – 60 | W/m·K |
| Specific Heat Capacity | 0.36 – 0.39 | kJ/kg·K |
| Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (20–100 °C) | 17 – 19 ×10⁻⁶ | /°C |
| Melting Temperature Range | 900 – 1,000 | °C |
| Maximum Service Temperature | ~250 | °C |
| Thermal Diffusivity | 15 – 22 | mm²/s |
| Grade Type | Thermal Characteristics |
|---|---|
| G1 / G2 / G3 | Stable under heat, good thermal shock resistance |
| LG Grades (LG1–LG3) | Slightly lower conductivity due to lead content |
| IS 318 (LTB Grades) | Consistent thermal performance in pressure systems |
| Category | Grade / Designation | Standard | Common Reference / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gun Metal – British Standard | G1 / Grade I | BS 1400 | BS1400 G1-C |
| G2 / Grade II | BS 1400 | BS1400 G2-C | |
| G3 / Grade III | BS 1400 | BS1400 G3-C | |
| Gun Metal – Leaded Gun Metal | LG1 | BS 1400 | BS1400 LG1-C |
| LG2 | BS 1400 | BS1400 LG2-C | |
| LG3 | BS 1400 | BS1400 LG3-C | |
| Gun Metal – Indian Standard | LTB-1 | IS 318 | Tin Bronze / Gun Metal |
| LTB-2 | IS 318 | Tin Bronze / Gun Metal |
| Thickness (mm) | Thickness (inches) |
|---|---|
| 3 mm | 0.12 in |
| 5 mm | 0.20 in |
| 6 mm | 0.24 in |
| 8 mm | 0.31 in |
| 10 mm | 0.39 in |
| 12 mm | 0.47 in |
| 16 mm | 0.63 in |
| 20 mm | 0.79 in |
| 25 mm | 0.98 in |
| 30 mm | 1.18 in |
| 40 mm | 1.57 in |
| 50 mm | 1.97 in |
| Length (mm) | Width (mm) | Length (ft) | Width (ft) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500 | 500 | 1.64 | 1.64 |
| 600 | 600 | 1.97 | 1.97 |
| 1000 | 500 | 3.28 | 1.64 |
| 1000 | 1000 | 3.28 | 3.28 |
| 1220 | 610 | 4 | 2 |
| 1500 | 750 | 4.92 | 2.46 |
| 2000 | 1000 | 6.56 | 3.28 |
| Parameter | Availability |
|---|---|
| Custom Thickness | Up to 75 mm |
| Custom Length & Width | As per drawing |
| Machining Allowance | #ERROR! |
| Surface Condition | As-cast / Machined / Ground |
| Thickness (mm) | Weight per Plate (kg) |
|---|---|
| 5 mm | 44.0 kg |
| 6 mm | 52.8 kg |
| 8 mm | 70.4 kg |
| 10 mm | 88.0 kg |
| 12 mm | 105.6 kg |
| 16 mm | 140.8 kg |
| 20 mm | 176.0 kg |
| 25 mm | 220.0 kg |
| 30 mm | 264.0 kg |
| 40 mm | 352.0 kg |
| 50 mm | 440.0 kg |
| Thickness (mm) | Weight per Plate (kg) |
|---|---|
| 5 mm | 32.8 kg |
| 6 mm | 39.4 kg |
| 8 mm | 52.6 kg |
| 10 mm | 65.7 kg |
| 12 mm | 78.8 kg |
| 16 mm | 105.1 kg |
| 20 mm | 131.4 kg |
| 25 mm | 164.3 kg |
| 30 mm | 197.1 kg |
| Parameter | Formula |
|---|---|
| Weight (kg) | Length × Width × Thickness × Density |
| Density Used | 8,800 kg/m³ |
| Grade | Copper (Cu) | Tin (Sn) | Zinc (Zn) | Lead (Pb) | Nickel (Ni) | Iron (Fe) | Others |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G1-C (Grade I) | 85.0 – 88.0 | 4.0 – 6.0 | 4.0 – 6.0 | ≤ 2.0 | ≤ 1.0 | ≤ 0.2 | ≤ 0.5 |
| G2-C (Grade II) | 85.0 – 88.0 | 5.0 – 7.0 | 2.0 – 4.0 | ≤ 2.0 | ≤ 1.0 | ≤ 0.2 | ≤ 0.5 |
| G3-C (Grade III) | 85.0 – 88.0 | 6.0 – 8.0 | 2.0 – 4.0 | ≤ 2.0 | ≤ 1.0 | ≤ 0.2 | ≤ 0.5 |
| Grade | Copper (Cu) | Tin (Sn) | Zinc (Zn) | Lead (Pb) | Nickel (Ni) | Iron (Fe) | Others |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LG1-C | 83.0 – 85.0 | 4.0 – 6.0 | 4.0 – 6.0 | 4.0 – 6.0 | ≤ 1.0 | ≤ 0.2 | ≤ 0.5 |
| LG2-C | 83.0 – 86.0 | 5.0 – 7.0 | 2.0 – 4.0 | 4.0 – 6.0 | ≤ 1.0 | ≤ 0.2 | ≤ 0.5 |
| LG3-C | 80.0 – 83.0 | 6.0 – 8.0 | 2.0 – 4.0 | 6.0 – 8.0 | ≤ 1.0 | ≤ 0.2 | ≤ 0.5 |
| IS Grade | Copper (Cu) | Tin (Sn) | Zinc (Zn) | Lead (Pb) | Nickel (Ni) | Iron (Fe) | Others |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LTB-1 | 85.0 – 88.0 | 5.0 – 7.0 | 2.0 – 4.0 | ≤ 2.0 | ≤ 1.0 | ≤ 0.2 | ≤ 0.5 |
| LTB-2 | 83.0 – 86.0 | 6.0 – 8.0 | 2.0 – 4.0 | 4.0 – 6.0 | ≤ 1.0 | ≤ 0.2 | ≤ 0.5 |
| Step No. | Process Stage | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Raw Material Selection | High-purity copper, tin, zinc, and lead selected as per BS 1400 / IS 318 grades |
| 2 | Charge Preparation | Accurate weighing and batching of alloying elements |
| 3 | Melting | Melting in induction / crucible furnace under controlled temperature |
| 4 | Alloying | Addition of tin, zinc, and lead to achieve required gun metal composition |
| 5 | Degassing & Fluxing | Removal of dissolved gases and impurities |
| 6 | Chemical Analysis | Spectrometer test to confirm grade composition |
| 7 | Casting | Sand casting / continuous casting into plate or slab form |
| 8 | Cooling & Solidification | Controlled cooling to minimize internal stresses |
| 9 | Heat Treatment (Optional) | Stress relieving or annealing, if required |
| 10 | Surface Cleaning | Shot blasting / pickling to remove scale and sand |
| 11 | Machining / Sizing | Milling, facing, and sizing to required thickness |
| 12 | Inspection & Testing | Dimensional checks, hardness, and visual inspection |
| 13 | Final Finishing | Grinding / machining for smooth surface |
| 14 | Packing & Dispatch | Oiled, wrapped, and packed for safe transportation |
| Finish Technique | Description | Purpose / Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| As-Cast Finish | Natural surface after casting | Cost-effective for rough applications |
| Machined Finish | Milling / facing to smooth surface | Accurate dimensions & flatness |
| Ground Finish | Surface grinding for uniform texture | Improved surface smoothness |
| Polished Finish | Mechanical polishing to semi or mirror finish | Enhanced appearance |
| Buffing | Fine abrasive finishing | Decorative & smooth surface |
| Shot Blasting | Abrasive blasting to remove scale | Clean & uniform surface |
| Pickling | Chemical cleaning | Removes oxides & surface impurities |
| Protective Oil Coating | Light oil applied after finishing | Prevents oxidation during storage |
| Anti-Corrosion Coating (Optional) | Lacquer / protective coating | Extended corrosion resistance |
| Industry | Applications | Why Gun Metal is Preferred |
|---|---|---|
| Marine & Shipbuilding | Propeller components, pump parts, seawater fittings, bearing plates | Excellent corrosion resistance in saltwater, high strength |
| Oil & Gas | Valve bodies, pump components, sealing plates | Good wear resistance, pressure handling capability |
| Power Generation | Turbine components, bushings, wear plates | High load capacity, durability under stress |
| Automotive | Bushings, thrust washers, bearing plates | Anti-friction properties, machinability |
| Heavy Engineering | Machine base plates, guide plates, sliding components | High mechanical strength, wear resistance |
| Water Treatment Plants | Pump housings, valve components | Corrosion resistance in wet environments |
| Chemical Industry | Pump plates, sealing components | Resistance to chemicals and moderate temperatures |
| Construction Equipment | Bearing plates, support plates | High durability and shock resistance |
| Railways | Bearing components, brake system parts | Strength and reliability under dynamic loads |
| Industrial Machinery | Gears, wear plates, slide components | Good machinability and long service life |
Packaging is a major part of every delivery, and we understand it very well. We supply many types of metals and other industrial metal products to make sure they reach our customers safely. We know products face many types of problems, such as vibration, moisture and rough handling therefore we follow a careful and organised packaging process. Our goal is simple: we deliver every product in the same strong and perfect condition as when it leaves our facility.
We check every order before packing it. The size, straightness, surface quality, grade, and quantity of each rod and bar are checked. We ensure that the material is correct as per the customer request. Once inspected, we sort the products by their size and grade of material. This will ensure that we maintain the order in everything and prevent errors in dispatch. Bundling and loading are also simpler and quicker.
After these steps, make sure to arrange the products in proper alignment so that they are straight and balanced. Then they are strapped down with industrial grade strapping. These straps keep the bundle secure during lifting and transportation. We include additional support to shorten bending or movement in longer rods. We also ensure that the straps do not tear the edges or the surface of the material. This cautious wrapping ensures the merchandise is secure throughout the delivery and transportation.
Sometimes metal can be damaged by moisture and changing weather conditions. We apply protective methods based on the shipment type and destination. We may use anti-rust coatings, moisture-resistant wrapping, or protective covers to prevent them. Our additional cover against humidity and corrosion is given to export shipments and coastal deliveries. These will assist us to retain the shine, surface finish and integrity of our metal products in the long-distance transportation.
In case of large orders and/or shipments to the export market, we offer extra protection. We pack them on heavy pallets or stuff them into tough wooden structures that can be transported all over the world. The packaging is dependent on the size and weight of the shipment. We ensure that the packing is able to withstand packing pressure and movement of containers. This strong outer coating secures the materials throughout their long trips, port services and storage in warehousing.
We have proper lifting equipment such as forklifts and cranes to load materials. Our team places the bundles carefully inside trucks or containers. We place them in such a manner that they do not roll or shift during the transportation. We balance the weight to minimise the weight on any section of the shipment. Our safe loading methods give us the chance to reduce the chances of being damaged in transit, whether it is along the road or the sea.
Ganga R Ispat Metals distributes its products in India and also in overseas markets. We provide transportation with trusted logistics vendors. In the case of domestic deliveries, we organise road transportation. In export orders, we meet the international shipping standards and container loading requirements. Each shipment will be planned based on the delivery schedules to make it arrive on time. Our well organized transport system assists us in delivering products in an efficient and safe way.
We make ready all papers preceding dispatch. These documents can be invoices, packing lists, and required certificates. Proper documentation assists in easy transportation and reduced time in clearance of customs when making export shipments. We have good records to promote transparency and professional service.
A well-structured packaging and transportation process directly impacts product performance upon delivery. Our approach ensures:
We believe that packaging is not just about wrapping materials — it is about protecting the value and reliability of the product until it reaches the client.
In Ganga R Ispat Metals, we suppose that safe packaging and transportation ensure the value of our products. To avoid bending, scratches, and corrosion, we make every effort to avoid transit damage. We consider packaging as our quality responsibility. We have a standard process; however, our packing techniques are changed according to the product size, order quantity, and destination.
We ensure that all the rods and bars are sold to our customers in a powerful, secure and working condition. We offer secure packaging or assured transportation as an additional service.
Gunmetal plates are suited for precision work. They have good machinability and dimensional stability, which enables the accurate cutting, drilling, and shaping. They provide a pleasing surface finish. Augmenting the work to be done.
Gunmetal plates are dependable under pressure, wear and demanding engineering and fabrication. They are consistent in quality and provide strong mechanical properties and a stable alloy composition.
Gun metal plates have a service life and lose the oxidation and corrosion to moisture, chemicals, and environmental factors. They require less maintenance and have surface integrity.
Strength comes from the alloy's composition. This gives the plates high mechanical strength and reliable performance under pressure and continuous load conditions.
Gun Metal Plates are commonly used in valve components, pump parts, marine fittings, bearing plates, and heavy engineering applications due to their high strength, wear resistance, and corrosion resistance.
Gun Metal Plates are available in grades like LG2, G1, G2, and G3 (BS 1400 standards), offered in various thicknesses with custom cut sizes for industrial and export requirements.
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