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S250GD Hot-dip Galvanized Steel Description

Jan 08, 2026

Hot-dip Galvanized Steel

 

S250GD is a structural grade of hot-dip galvanized steel. It is classified under the EN 10346:2015 standard and designated by material number 1.0242. The material offers excellent strength, formability, and corrosion resistance. It is frequently applied in exterior building surfaces, roofs, automotive components, and structural elements subjected to environmental pressures. Its excellent formability allows it to be easily processed into coils and strips, which can be welded and formed into different shapes for various applications.

 

Coated with a coating of zinc, galvanized steel is a kind of steel. Because the zinc coating prevents corrosion, the steel lasts a very long time. Numerous industrial and residential construction projects make use of galvanized steel, as does the roofing, siding, and fence industries.

The production process for galvanized steel is as follows.

 

Hot-dip Galvanized Steel

 

S250GD Galvanized Steel Coil Chemical Composition

 

 

 

Element Maximum Content (%)
Carbon (C) 0.2
Silicon (Si) 0.6
Manganese (Mn) 1.7
Phosphorus (P) 0.1
Sulfur (S) 0.045

S250GD Galvanized Steel Coil Mecahmical Properties

 

 

 

Property Value
Tensile Strength (Rm) ≥ 250 MPa
0.2% Proof Strength (Rp0.2) ≥ 330 MPa
Minimum Elongation (Lo = 80 mm) (A) ≥ 19%

 

Importance of Zinc Coating in Corrosion Resistance

 

 

The zinc coating provides integral corrosion protection to steel products and extends service life. This treatment acts as a physical barrier and enables some galvanic effect on corrosion due to environmental exposure on steel. Below are some reasons for zinc coating being significant, along with supporting data:

 

  • Barrier Protection

A zinc coating forms an impervious barrier over the steel surface, isolating it from moisture, oxygen, and other corrosion agents. Literature records show that a proper zinc coating can bring down corrosion by up to 90% in usual atmospheres.

  • Galvanic Protection

Zinc acts as a sacrificial anode to protect steel. Data shows that this property may extend the life of steel parts by 20-30 years even in the most severe conditions.

  • Self-Healing

Zinc protects the coated surface from scratching and abrasion by forming layers of zinc oxide and zinc carbonate. These materials rebuild the galvanized coating naturally as time passes, maintaining it.

  • Resistance to Very Harsh Weather Conditions

Zinc coatings provide excellent corrosion resistance in any climate, providing durability from extreme humidity to salinity. The benchmarks indicate that hot-dip galvanizing will give more than 50 years of corrosion protection in rural atmospheres and 20-30 in coastal and industrial atmospheres.

  • Cost-Effectiveness

While zinc coating has an upfront cost of application, it is a practical solution in that it reduces further maintenance and replacement costs. Life-cycle analysis points to zinc-coated steel being up to 50 percent cheaper in maintenance costs than uncoated steel over decades of operation.

 

The benefits above prove that zinc coating is essential in improving steel performance and durability in different industries.

 

Standard

Grade

C

Si

Mn

P

S

Ti

Forcold Forming

Chinese Standard

DX51D+Z

0.12

0.50

0.60

0.100

0.045

0.30

DX52D+Z

0.12

0.50

0.60

0.100

0.045

0.30

DX53D+Z

0.12

0.50

0.60

0.100

0.045

0.30

DX54D+Z

0.12

0.50

0.60

0.100

0.045

0.30

DX56D+Z

0.12

0.50

0.60

0.100

0.045

0.30

DX57D+Z

0.12

0.50

0.60

0.100

0.045

0.30

Forcold Forming

Japanese Standard

SGCC

0.15

0.50

0.80

0.050

0.030

0.025

SGCD1
SGCD2

0.12
0.10

0.50
0.50

0.60
0.45

0.040
0.030

0.030
0.030

0.025
0.025

SGCD3

0.08

0.50

0.45

0.030

0.030

0.025

SGCD4

0.06

0.50

0.45

0.030

0.030

0.025

For Structure

Japanese Standard

SGC340

0.25

0.50

1.70

0.200

0.035

0.025

SGC400
SGC440

0.25
0.25

0.50
0.50

1.70
2.00

0.200
0.200

0.035
0.035

0.150
0.150

SGC490

0.30

0.50

2.00

0.200

0.035

0.025

SGC510

0.30

0.50

2.50

0.200

0.035

0.025

For Structure

AISI Standard

S220GD+Z

0.20

0.60

0.70

0.100

0.045

0.025

S250GD+Z

0.20

0.60

0.70

0.100

0.045

0.025

S280GD+Z

0.20

0.60

0.70

0.100

0.045

0.025

S320GD+Z

0.20

0.60

0.70

0.100

0.045

0.025

S350GD+Z

0.20

0.60

0.70

0.100

0.045

0.150

S550GD+Z

0.20

0.60

0.70

0.100

0.045

0.150

 

GNEE STEEL remains focused on delivering stable quality and responsive service for all S250GD galvanized steel orders. By aligning production with customer needs and industry trends, the company continues to strengthen its role as a reliable supplier.

 

For detailed information on S250GD Galvanized Steel products and availability, customers are welcome to contact GNEE STEEL to discuss project requirements and obtain quotations.

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