Mild Steel Sheet 2000 x 1000mm – S275 Grade (0.8mm to 10mm)

Our 2000 x 1000mm S275 mild steel sheets are available in twelve thickness options ranging from 0.8mm to 10mm, making them suitable for everything from lightweight fabrication and panel work through to heavy-duty structural applications.

Manufactured from high-quality S275 structural steel, these sheets offer excellent strength, weldability, machinability and value for money. The convenient 2m x 1m format is easier to transport, handle and fabricate than larger sheet sizes, making it a popular choice for workshops, fabricators, engineers and construction professionals across the UK.

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Technical Specification

Specification	Details
Material	S275 Mild Steel
Minimum Yield Strength	275 N/mm²
Sheet Size	2000 x 1000mm
Thickness Range	0.8mm – 10mm
Density	7,850 kg/m³
Weight Range	Approx. 12.56kg – 157kg per sheet
Finish	Mill Finish (Untreated)
Weldability	Excellent – suitable for MIG/MAG, MMA and TIG welding
Machinability	Excellent – drills, cuts, laser cuts and plasma cuts cleanly
Formability	Good cold-forming properties in thinner gauges; thicker sections may require hot forming
Corrosion Resistance	Low when untreated – painting, priming or galvanising recommended for outdoor use
Lead Time	3–5 working days (mainland UK), up to 10 working days for remote locations

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Available Thicknesses & Approximate Weights

Thickness	Approximate Weight Per Sheet
0.8mm	12.56kg
1.0mm	15.70kg
1.2mm	18.84kg
1.5mm	23.55kg
2.0mm	31.40kg
2.5mm	39.25kg
3.0mm	47.10kg
4.0mm	62.80kg
5.0mm	78.50kg
6.0mm	94.20kg
8.0mm	125.60kg
10.0mm	157.00kg

Finish: Mill Finish (Untreated)

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Common Applications

S275 mild steel sheet is widely used throughout the construction, fabrication and engineering industries due to its versatility, strength and ease of fabrication.

Typical applications include:

• Base plates

• Gusset plates

• Brackets and supports

• Machine guards

• Fabrication blanks

• Repair and reinforcement plates

• Infill panels

• Gates and railings

• Equipment housings

• Agricultural fabrications

• General workshop projects

• Structural fabrication work

The 2000 x 1000mm sheet size is particularly popular where a full 8x4 sheet would be unnecessarily large, reducing both waste and handling requirements.

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Workability & Fabrication

S275 mild steel is one of the easiest structural steels to fabricate and process.

It can be:

• Cut using plasma, laser, waterjet or mechanical methods

• Drilled and machined with standard tooling

• Bent and folded using conventional fabrication equipment

• Welded using MIG, TIG or MMA (stick) welding processes

• Painted, primed or galvanised after fabrication for corrosion protection

Its excellent fabrication properties make it suitable for both professional and DIY metalworking applications.

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S275 Mild Steel vs Other Materials

S275 Mild Steel

• Strong and durable

• Excellent weldability

• Cost-effective

• Suitable for structural applications

• Widely available

Galvanised Steel

• Improved corrosion resistance

• Suitable for outdoor environments

• Slightly higher cost

Stainless Steel

• Superior corrosion resistance

• Attractive finish

• Higher material cost

Aluminium

• Significantly lighter weight

• Naturally corrosion resistant

• Lower structural strength compared to S275 steel

For most fabrication and structural projects, S275 mild steel remains the most economical and practical choice.

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Delivery Information

We deliver throughout mainland UK with typical lead times of 3–5 working days. Deliveries to remote locations may take up to 10 working days.

Please note:

• Mainland UK delivery only

• Sheets are delivered on a pallet

• Larger thicknesses can be extremely heavy

• Suitable access and unloading arrangements should be available at the delivery address

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Frequently Asked Questions

What thicknesses are available in 2000 x 1000mm mild steel sheet?

We supply this sheet size in twelve thickness options ranging from 0.8mm to 10mm, covering everything from lightweight fabrication work to heavy structural applications.

Why choose a 2000 x 1000mm sheet instead of an 8x4 sheet?

The 2m x 1m format is easier to transport, store and handle. It fits through most standard doorways and weighs significantly less than a full 8x4 sheet, making it ideal for smaller fabrication projects while reducing waste.

What is S275 mild steel?

S275 is a structural steel grade manufactured to BS EN 10025-2 standards. It offers a minimum yield strength of 275 N/mm² and is widely used throughout the UK for fabrication, construction and engineering applications.

Can 2000 x 1000mm mild steel sheets be welded?

Yes. S275 mild steel offers excellent weldability and can be welded using MIG, TIG and MMA welding processes. For best results, clean mill scale and contaminants from the weld area before welding.

How quickly can my order be delivered?

Most mainland UK orders are delivered within 3–5 working days. Deliveries to remote areas may take up to 10 working days depending on location and carrier schedules.