The full name of AFP aluzinc steel is Anti-Fingerprint Aluzinc Coated Steel. It refers to steel that has an additional anti-fingerprint coating applied on the surface of a Aluzinc (aluminum-zinc alloy coated) substrate. This upgrade achieves stain resistance, anti-fingerprint properties, easy cleaning, and enhanced aesthetics, making it an ideal material for home appliance manufacturing, electronic equipment, and high-end decorative applications.
Advantages of AFP Aluzinc Steel
Fingerprint Resistance, Stain Resistance, Easy to Clean: The AFP coating effectively prevents direct contact between skin oils and the Aluzinc steel surface. Even with frequent touching, the surface remains clean and mark-free.
Dual Corrosion Protection: The 55% aluminum-zinc alloy provides barrier protection and cathodic protection; the top anti-fingerprint coating further isolates moisture, oil, and dirt.
Refined Surface Finish: The high-end appearance features a uniform and fine silver-gray color. Slightly bluish or yellowish tones can be achieved based on requirements, with a soft luster and high-quality texture.
Excellent Processing Flexibility: The Aluzinc substrate offers good ductility, allowing for easy slitting, shearing, stamping, bending, roll forming, and other deep processing. The anti-fingerprint coating has strong adhesion, ensuring it does not crack or peel during bending or forming.
Good Conductivity and Weldability: The specialized anti-fingerprint coating does not affect electrical conductivity, enabling direct welding and grounding, meeting the requirements for home appliances and electrical equipment.
Applications of AFP Aluzinc Steel
Architecture & Interior Decoration: Architectural decoration, high-end roofing and wall panels, kitchen and bathroom panels, suspended ceilings, cleanroom panels.
High-End Home Appliance Manufacturing: Housings for large appliances, kitchen appliances, small appliance components.
Electronics & Communication Equipment: Cabinet enclosures, precision instruments, hardware fittings.
Modern Office & Furniture: Office furniture, shelving, display cabinets.
Specifications
| Product Name | AFP Aluzinc Steel (Anti-Fingerprint Aluzinc Steel) |
| Standards | ASTM, JIS, GB, AISI, DIN, BS, EN10147/EN10142, etc. |
| Base Material Standards | DX51D+AZ, SGCC, DC52D+AZ, DC54D+AZ, S250GD+AZ, etc., available upon request. |
| Coating Type & Weight | AZ50, AZ70, AZ100, AZ150, AZ200 (20-350g/m²). Coating thickness can be customized. |
| Base Material Thickness | 0.2 mm – 3.0 mm (standard). Special thicknesses from 0.12mm to 6.0mm can be customized. |
| Standard Width | 600mm – 1500mm (standard). Popular sizes: 914mm, 1000mm, 1200mm, 1219mm, 1250mm. |
| Coil Weight | Typically 3-10 tons per coil. Can be customized. |
| Surface Treatment | Transparent anti-fingerprint coating (bluish/yellowish gloss customizable). Additional processes like chromating, oiling, or drying available upon request. |
| Processing Services | Supports deep processing such as slitting, leveling, film lamination, stamping, bending, and custom size cutting. |
| Hardness | Soft, half-hard, full hard customizable. HRB hardness range: Soft < 60, Half-hard 60-85, Full hard 85-95. |
| Packaging | Standard export packaging. |
Anti-Fingerprint Aluzinc vs. Standard Aluzinc
AFP aluzinc steel is a special surface-treated version of Aluzinc steel, offering a more cost-effective choice for projects demanding high aesthetics, cleanliness, and long-term corrosion resistance.
| Comparison Dimension | Standard Aluzinc Steel | AFP Anti-Fingerprint Aluzinc Steel |
| Surface Condition | Exposed aluminum-zinc alloy coating, easily marked by fingerprints, difficult to clean. | Coated with a functional layer, fingerprint resistant, high-end texture, customizable colors. |
| Stain Resistance | Average; sweat and oil stains adhere easily. | Excellent; easy to clean. |
| Corrosion Resistance | Good (relies solely on the coating). | Superior (dual protection from coating + top layer). |
| Processing Performance | Good; scratches may occur during bending/stamping. | Excellent (coating provides lubrication); supports various deep processing methods. |
| Applicable Scenarios | Concealed components, structural parts, cladding systems. General anti-corrosion scenarios with low appearance requirements, focusing on basic protection. | Visible parts, touch surfaces, high-end products. Suitable for high-frequency contact and high-cleanliness applications. |
| Cost Positioning | Lower unit price (but higher than galvanized steel). | Slightly higher than standard Aluzinc, offering good value. |
| Additional Advantages | No additional surface benefits. Good electrical conductivity, but appearance easily damaged. No anti-fingerprint or anti-stain function; lower added value. | Environmentally compliant, good conductivity (weldable/groundable). Surface hardness up to 2H, resistant to scratching. Enhances product grade and added value. |
AFP Aluzinc Steel Factory
Wanzhi Group is a professional manufacturer of Aluzinc Steel. Beyond AFP aluzinc steel, we also offer passivated, oiled, film-laminated, and painted Aluzinc coils and sheets. With over 14 years of export experience, our products, including Aluzinc steel coils, sheets, strips, and pre-painted Aluzinc, have been exported to over 100 countries and regions.
Aluzinc Production Line: Wanzhi Factory operates an automated continuous hot-dip Aluzinc production line with an average monthly output of 10,000 tons. Standard specifications are available from stock. Custom specifications can be delivered within 15-45 days. The minimum order quantity (MOQ) is one coil.
Strict Quality Control: We implement an ISO quality management system, conducting full-process inspections on film thickness, color difference, fingerprint resistance, and corrosion resistance. Mill test certificates, inspection reports, and certification documents are available. Free samples can be provided for testing.
Flexible Customization: Products can be customized with different thicknesses, widths, coating weights, and surface colors according to customer project requirements. We also offer one-stop deep processing services like slitting, leveling, stamping, bending, and painting to support small-batch, diversified needs.
Strong Customization Capability, Tailored to Demand: With a professional technical team and processing workshop, we can deliver finished components directly, helping customers reduce processing costs and improve production efficiency. We support special process customization like “double-sided Aluzinc + single-side anti-fingerprint,” reducing costs by up to 15% compared to traditional methods.
Competitive Pricing: As a factory-direct supplier, Wanzhi Steel offers prices ranging from $650 to $950 USD per ton. Bulk purchases enjoy exclusive discounted prices.
AFP Aluzinc Steel balances practicality and texture, catering to mid-to-high-end procurement needs with outstanding cost performance. We have provided solutions for home appliance brands, equipment manufacturers, and furniture factories worldwide. Leave a message telling Wanzhi Group your requirements and get a one-stop procurement solution!