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What is the thickness of automotive sheet metal materials?

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MacAxel

07/29/25 12:04pm

Automotive sheet metal materials have a thickness of 0.7mm. The methods for automotive sheet metal repair include: the pleating method, which is used to repair stretched and deformed areas. During the repair process, some pleats are created in the stretched and deformed areas. The pleated areas will be slightly lower than the surrounding areas. After filling with putty, smooth it with a file and then apply paint. The heat shrinking method involves heating the area that requires sheet metal work. When the temperature rises, the steel plate will expand outward, creating stress on the surrounding areas. As the temperature continues to rise until the metal softens, the surrounding steel plate will return to its original shape. Methods for maintaining automotive paint include: 1. Wash the car after the engine has cooled down; 2. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight; 3. Clean any stains on the car body promptly; 4. Rinse with clean water after rain to prevent acid rain corrosion; 5. Apply wax or glaze coating.

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