Lead Sheet 450 × 450 × 15 kg – Special Order
Our Lead Sheet 450 × 450 × 15 kg is a heavyweight, high-purity lead panel designed for specialist applications where precision, durability, and performance are essential. Supplied as a special-order size, this sheet is perfectly suited to flashing, waterproofing, acoustic lining, radiation shielding, and roofing projects requiring bespoke dimensions and weight.
Key Specification
- Dimensions: 450 mm × 450 mm square
- Weight: Approximately 15 kg per sheet (±5%)
- Estimated thickness: Equivalent to Code 3 to Code 4 lead (≈1.32 mm–1.8 mm), based on typical weights of 17 kg/m² at 1.5 mm lead thickness
- Material: High-purity lead conforming to AS 1804 and equivalent international standards
Available Thickness Codes
Lead thickness is typically classified by “Code”, which corresponds to weight and durability:
Code | Approx. Thickness | Weight per m² | Typical Uses |
Code 3 | ~1.32 mm | ~15 kg | Flexible flashings, chimney detailing |
Code 4 | ~1.80 mm | ~20 kg | Durable valley linings, parapets |
Our special‑order sheet is most comparable to Code 3, offering a balance of flexibility and formability ideal for precise flashing tasks
Performance & Benefits
- High pliability: Soft enough to form to chimneys, abutments, and stepped profiles without cracking
- Exceptional longevity: Lead is naturally corrosion-resistant and can endure over a century when installed correctly
- Multifunctional use: Ideal for roofing flashings, valley liners, waterproof membranes, and even acoustic or radiation shielding in sensitive environments
- Strict compliance: Meets AS 1804, ASTM B749 and QQ‑L‑201F standards for purity and safety
Common Applications
- Step and counter‑flashings on pitched roofs
- Chimney saddles and lead aprons
- Valley and parapet gutter linings
- Waterproof barriers behind cladding or under membranes
- Acoustic or X‑ray shielding panels in medical and industrial settings
Installation Advice
- Select appropriate code based on site wear and need for flexibility.
- Fix with non‑ferrous nails, screws, or copper clinch fixings.
- Overlap joints by a minimum of 100 mm.
- Form and dress edges with lead slaters’ tools to compress joints.
- Optionally treat with patination oil to slow oxidation.
The Lead Sheet 450 × 450 × 15 kg (Special Order) offers a premium, robust solution for precision architectural and industrial projects. With its exact sizing, high material standards, and versatile use, it is ideal for installers requiring dependable, long-lasting lead panels. Please contact us to arrange custom orders, verify code availability, or explore larger sheet options.