ISO 16163:2012
(Main)Continuously hot-dipped coated steel sheet products - Dimensional and shape tolerances
Continuously hot-dipped coated steel sheet products - Dimensional and shape tolerances
ISO 16163:2012 applies to dimensional and shape tolerances for all continuously hot-dipped coated steel sheet products.
Tôles en acier revêtues en continu par immersion à chaud — Tolérances sur dimensions et forme
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 07-Aug-2012
- Technical Committee
- ISO/TC 17/SC 12 - Continuous mill flat rolled products
- Drafting Committee
- ISO/TC 17/SC 12 - Continuous mill flat rolled products
- Current Stage
- 9093 - International Standard confirmed
- Start Date
- 06-Mar-2023
- Completion Date
- 13-Dec-2025
Relations
- Effective Date
- 01-Jan-2011
Overview
ISO 16163:2012 is an international standard developed by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) that specifies the dimensional and shape tolerances for all continuously hot-dipped coated steel sheet products. This standard ensures uniformity and quality in the manufacturing, supply, and application of these steel sheets by defining precise tolerance limits for thickness, width, length, flatness, camber, and out-of-square measurements.
The fourth edition, published in August 2012, provides updated technical requirements and replaces the previous 2010 edition. It is a critical reference for manufacturers, suppliers, and users of continuously hot-dipped coated steel sheets, guiding production and inspection processes globally.
Key Topics
Dimensional Tolerances: ISO 16163:2012 details specific tolerance values for:
- Thickness of sheets and coils across various steel grades and substrate types (cold-rolled and hot-rolled).
- Width and length tolerances for coils and cut lengths.
- Thickness measurement points and adjustments for strength levels and coating mass correspondence.
Shape Tolerances: The standard defines acceptable limits for:
- Camber - the deviation of side edges from straightness.
- Out-of-square - deviation of end edges from right angles or diagonals.
- Flatness - maximum deviation for flatness when the sheet is lying under its own weight on a flat surface, with differentiated values based on sheet strength and thickness.
Measurement Methods: Illustrated techniques for measuring camber, out-of-square, and flatness ensure consistency in implementation across different facilities.
Application Scope: Applies to continuously hot-dipped coated steel sheet products, supporting various grades including commercial and structural qualities.
Applications
ISO 16163:2012 is essential for industries that utilize coated steel sheets for structural and commercial purposes:
- Steel Manufacturing: Enables producers to maintain quality control and meet customer expectations regarding dimensional accuracy and shape integrity.
- Automotive and Construction: Ensures coated steel components meet strict dimensional specifications for performance and safety.
- Metal Fabrication: Facilitates precise cutting and forming by providing clear tolerances, reducing material waste and improving assembly fit.
- Quality Assurance: Assists inspection teams in verifying product compliance before delivery or installation.
By adhering to this standard, manufacturers optimize production efficiency while minimizing rework and potential material rejection.
Related Standards
To fully understand the context and complementary requirements of ISO 16163:2012, the following related ISO standards are frequently referenced:
- ISO 1461 – Hot dip galvanized coatings on fabricated iron and steel articles: Specifies coating requirements which relate to substrate preparation in hot-dip processes.
- ISO 3575 – Hot dip galvanized flat products with mechanical properties: Covers mechanical characteristics related to coated steel sheets.
- ISO 4950 – Steel sheet and strip for automotive applications: Includes dimensional and mechanical requirements linked to coated sheets.
- ISO 16162 – Continuously hot-dipped coated steel sheet products: General requirements including chemical composition and mechanical properties.
These standards collectively ensure a comprehensive framework for production, testing, and application of hot-dipped coated steel sheets with consistent quality and performance.
By following ISO 16163:2012, industry stakeholders ensure reliable manufacturing standards that support global trade compatibility, product durability, and material performance in critical steel sheet applications. Utilizing this standard benefits both suppliers and end-users seeking precision and standardized quality in continuously hot-dipped coated steel sheet products.
Frequently Asked Questions
ISO 16163:2012 is a standard published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). Its full title is "Continuously hot-dipped coated steel sheet products - Dimensional and shape tolerances". This standard covers: ISO 16163:2012 applies to dimensional and shape tolerances for all continuously hot-dipped coated steel sheet products.
ISO 16163:2012 applies to dimensional and shape tolerances for all continuously hot-dipped coated steel sheet products.
ISO 16163:2012 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 77.140.50 - Flat steel products and semi-products. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
ISO 16163:2012 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to ISO 16163:2010. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
ISO 16163:2012 is available in PDF format for immediate download after purchase. The document can be added to your cart and obtained through the secure checkout process. Digital delivery ensures instant access to the complete standard document.
Standards Content (Sample)
INTERNATIONAL ISO
STANDARD 16163
Fourth edition
2012-08-15
Continuously hot-dipped coated steel
sheet products — Dimensional and
shape tolerances
Tôles en acier revêtues en continu par immersion à chaud —
Tolérances sur dimensions et forme
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Foreword
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International Standard requires approval by at least 75 % of the member bodies casting a vote.
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of patent
rights. ISO shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
ISO 16163 was prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 17, Steel, Subcommittee SC 12, Continuous mill flat
rolled products.
This fourth edition cancels and replaces the third edition (ISO 16163:2010), which has been technically revised.
INTERNATIONAL STANDARD ISO 16163:2012(E)
Continuously hot-dipped coated steel sheet products —
Dimensional and shape tolerances
1 Scope
This International Standard applies to dimensional and shape tolerances for all continuously hot-dipped coated
steel sheet products.
2 Dimensional tolerances
Dimensional tolerances are given in Tables 1 to 9.
Table 1 — Thickness tolerances for commercial, drawing, drawing aluminium-killed,
extra deep drawing stabilized interstitial free, and structural quality coils and cut lengths
Dimensions and tolerances in millimetres
a,b,c,d,e,f,g
Thickness tolerances
for specified thicknesses
Specified
width
> 0,4 > 0,6 > 0,8 > 1,0 > 1,2 > 1,6 > 2,0 > 2,5 > 3,0 > 4,0
≤ 0,4
≤ 0,6 ≤ 0,8 ≤ 1,0 ≤ 1,2 ≤ 1,6 ≤ 2,0 ≤ 2,5 ≤ 3,0 ≤ 4,0 ≤ 5,0
±0,04 ±0,05 ±0,06 ±0,08 ±0,09 ±0,10 ±0,12 ±0,15 ±0,16 ±0,18 ±0,19
≤ 1 200
> 1 200
±0,05 ±0,06 ±0,06 ±0,08 ±0,09 ±0,11 ±0,13 ±0,15 ±0,17 ±0,19 ±0,21
≤ 1 500
> 1 500
— ±0,07 ±0,07 ±0,09 ±0,11 ±0,13 ±0,15 ±0,17 ±0,20 ±0,22 ±0,23
≤ 1 800
NOTE 1 Thicknesses up to 1,6 mm are generally produced with a cold-rolled substrate.
NOTE 2 When International Standards that reference this standard permit slitting sheet to less than 600 mm in width to be considered
as sheet, tolerances shall be subject to agreement.
a
Thickness tolerances for sheet in coil form are the same as for sheet supplied in cut lengths but, in cases where welds are
present, the tolerances shall be double those given over a length of 15 m in the vicinity of the weld.
b
Given the difference in tolerances and physical properties of hot-rolled and cold-rolled sheet products, the user and the supplier
may negotiate a specific type of substrate. The relationship between the coating mass, in grams per square metre, and the thickness,
in micrometres, can be retrieved from the respective standards.
c
For specified strength levels of R = 360 MPa and greater, tolerances are increased by 10 %, applying normal rounding-off
e
procedures.
d
Tolerances for grade 550 shall be as agreed upon between the purchaser and the manufacturer.
e
Thickness is measured at any point on the sheet not less than 25 mm from a side edge.
f
The specified thickness range captions apply as a specific value.
g
The tolerances provided in this table are based on normal thickness (tolerance over and under). For ordered thicknesses other
than nominal, the total tolerance is twice the tabled value and may be distributed as agreed upon between the buyer and seller.
Table 2 — Thickness tolerances for commercial, drawing, drawing aluminium-killed,
extra deep drawing (stabilized interstitial free) and structural quality coils
and cut lengths — hot rolled substrate
Dimensions and tolerances in millimetres
a,b,c,d,e,f,g
Thickness tolerances
for specified thicknesses
Specified width
≤ 2,0 > 2,0 ≤ 2,5 > 2,5 ≤ 3,0 > 3,0 ≤ 4,0 > 4,0 ≤ 5,0
600 ≤ 1 200 ±0,14 ±0,15 ±0,16 ±0,18 ±0,20
> 1 200 ≤ 1 500 ±0,15 ±0,16 ±0,18 ±0,19 ±0,22
> 1 500 ≤ 1 800 ±0,15 ±0,18 ±0,20 ±0,22 ±0,23
NOTE 1 Thicknesses up to 1,6 mm are generally produced with a cold-rolled substrate.
NOTE 2 When I
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