Perforated Mild Steel Sheet – 30 Round Hole Patterns (R0.8mm to R20mm), 0.5mm to 5mm, 2m x 1m & 2.5m x 1.25m Sheets
Perforated Mild Steel Sheet – 30 Round Hole Patterns (R0.8mm to R20mm), 0.5mm to 5mm, 2m x 1m & 2.5m x 1.25m Sheets
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Perforated mild steel sheet from Rackerman, available in 30 round-hole patterns from R0.8/T1.5 to R20/T27, in thicknesses of 0.5mm, 1mm, 1.5mm, 2mm, 3mm and 5mm, and sheet sizes of 2 x 1m and 2.5 x 1.25m. This is the most versatile and cost-effective perforated metal sheet for fabrication, guarding and architectural work. Select your exact hole pattern, sheet size and thickness from the options above – every combination is a stocked specification supplied across the UK, cut to size on request.
Why choose perforated mild steel sheet?
Perforated mild steel combines strength with open area for airflow, light, drainage and visual effect, which is why perforated steel sheet is one of the most widely specified perforated metal panels in the trade. It is used for ventilation grilles, machine and plant guards, screens and sieves, balustrade and balcony infill panels, acoustic screening, vehicle and trailer panels, agricultural screens, sign blanks and decorative facade cladding. Smaller holes such as R0.8/T1.5 give a finer, more solid appearance with higher strength; larger holes such as R20/T27 give a greater open area for maximum airflow and through-vision.
Hole patterns available
All patterns are round-hole on a staggered 60° triangular layout, the UK industry standard. The pattern code reads as R (hole diameter) / T (pitch, centre-to-centre spacing).
| Pattern | Hole | Pitch |
|---|---|---|
| R0.8/T1.5 | 0.8mm | 1.5mm |
| R1/T2 | 1mm | 2mm |
| R1.2/T2.25 | 1.2mm | 2.25mm |
| R1.5/T2.75 | 1.5mm | 2.75mm |
| R2/T3 | 2mm | 3mm |
| R2/T3.5 | 2mm | 3.5mm |
| R2/T4 | 2mm | 4mm |
| R2.5/T3.5 | 2.5mm | 3.5mm |
| R3/T4 | 3mm | 4mm |
| R3/T5 | 3mm | 5mm |
| R4/T5 | 4mm | 5mm |
| R4/T6 | 4mm | 6mm |
| R4/T7 | 4mm | 7mm |
| R5/T6 | 5mm | 6mm |
| R5/T7 | 5mm | 7mm |
| R5/T8 | 5mm | 8mm |
| R6/T8 | 6mm | 8mm |
| R6/T8.5 | 6mm | 8.5mm |
| R6/T9 | 6mm | 9mm |
| R6/T10 | 6mm | 10mm |
| R6/T12 | 6mm | 12mm |
| R8/T11 | 8mm | 11mm |
| R8/T12 | 8mm | 12mm |
| R10/T13 | 10mm | 13mm |
| R10/T15 | 10mm | 15mm |
| R10/T18 | 10mm | 18mm |
| R12/T13 | 12mm | 13mm |
| R12/T17 | 12mm | 17mm |
| R15/T21 | 15mm | 21mm |
| R20/T27 | 20mm | 27mm |
Material grade & specification
Manufactured from commercial-quality mild steel – cold-reduced CR4 to BS EN 10130 (DC01) in the lighter gauges, and hot-rolled mild steel to BS EN 10025 (S235JR) in the heavier 3mm and 5mm gauges. Supplied mill finish (uncoated) and ready to paint, powder-coat or galvanise. For a certified material grade against a specific thickness, request a quote and we will confirm the exact material and provide certification before dispatch. Perforated mild steel sheet is supplied as a decorative and general-fabrication product and is not CE/UKCA-marked for load-bearing structural use.
Sizes, thickness & tolerances
Sheet sizes: 2 x 1m and 2.5 x 1.25m. Thicknesses: 0.5mm, 1mm, 1.5mm, 2mm, 3mm and 5mm. Heavier gauges give greater rigidity and load-bearing capacity; lighter gauges are easier to cut, form and handle for decorative screens. Material is produced to BS EN ISO 9001 tolerances. These are stock-size sheets – for bespoke cut-to-size pieces or trade quantities (5+ sheets) contact us for a project quote.
Delivery & offloading
Lead times are currently 3–5 working days. Perforated sheets are heavy, bulky items delivered on a pallet to mainland UK addresses. Please ensure suitable site access and someone available to assist with offloading. Free UK delivery is included.
Related perforated sheets
Not sure mild steel is right for the job? For outdoor and damp environments choose perforated galvanised steel sheet, or for lightweight panels choose perforated aluminium sheet. Browse the full perforated metal sheets range, or see expanded metal sheet for a diamond-mesh alternative.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What does a code like R5/T8 mean?
The 'R' is the round hole diameter in millimetres and the 'T' is the pitch – the centre-to-centre spacing between holes – on a staggered 60° pattern. So R5/T8 is 5mm round holes spaced 8mm apart. This is the standard UK perforated sheet convention.
What is perforated mild steel used for?
Perforated mild steel sheet is used for ventilation grilles, machine guards, screens and sieves, balustrade and balcony infill, acoustic panels, vehicle and trailer panels, agricultural screens, sign blanks and decorative facade cladding. Hole size and pitch determine the open area and the look.
Can I order a specific hole pattern, size and thickness?
Yes – choose the hole pattern, sheet size and thickness from the options on this page and the correct price updates automatically. Each combination is a stocked specification.
What's the delivery lead time?
Lead times are currently 3–5 working days. Sheets are heavy, bulky items delivered on a pallet to mainland UK addresses – suitable site access and someone to assist with offloading are required.
MONEY BACK GUARANTEE
Here at Rackerman, we take customer satisfaction very seriously. If you are unsatisfied with the quality of your product, please email us info@rackerman.co.uk or give us a call: 01665 497513 and we will make it right.
SHIPPING
It should take no longer than 1-2 business day to process your order, then 3-5 working days (5-10 working days on RSJs + Chippings) to then receive your order from us after dispatch.
If you haven't received your items in this time frame, please contact us.
RETURNS
If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, that's completely fine! We offer a 30 day money back guarantee to all customers, no questions asked! Please contact us to arrange a return.