R Panel Metal Roofing — Wholesale Tampa, FL
36-Inch Structural Panel · 26 & 24 Gauge · Galvalume & 13 Colors
R Panel Specifications
| Coverage Width | 36 inches (3 ft) |
| Ribs | 5 ribs per panel |
| Rib Height | 1.25 inches |
| Available Gauges | 26 gauge, 24 gauge |
| Steel Grade | ASTM A792 Grade 80 |
| Coating | AZ50 Galvalume or 70% PVDF paint |
| Max Length | 40 ft (standard stock to 20 ft) |
| Purlin Spacing | Up to 5 ft (26 ga standard load) |
| Price — 26 ga Galvalume | $4.25/ft |
| Price — 26 ga Colored | $7.50/ft |
| Price — 24 ga Galvalume | $10.00/ft |
What Is R Panel and Where Is It Used?
R Panel — sometimes called 5-rib panel or structural standing-seam-compatible through-fastened panel — is the most common metal roofing product used in Florida commercial construction. Its 36-inch coverage width, 1.25-inch high-profile ribs, and through-fastened installation system make it the reference panel for pre-engineered metal buildings, agricultural barns, warehouse roofing, and large-footprint residential re-roofs across the state.
In the greater Tampa Bay area, R Panel is specified daily on projects ranging from Hillsborough County agricultural barns and Brandon storage facilities to Polk County distribution centers and Pinellas County commercial re-roofs. Its versatility — available in both bare Galvalume for maximum corrosion resistance and in 13 painted colors with 40-year PVDF topcoats — means a single panel type covers the full spectrum of roofing applications.
The panel's structural spanning capability is one of its most valuable attributes. At 26 gauge, R Panel can span up to 5 feet between purlins under standard residential and commercial live load conditions — reducing secondary framing cost and installation time. For longer spans, heavy live loads (HVAC equipment, solar arrays), or coastal wind-zone applications, 24-gauge R Panel provides the additional rigidity engineers require.
FL Sheet Metal stocks R Panel at our Tampa warehouse at 7001 Causeway Blvd — available for same-day pickup or next-day delivery throughout Hillsborough, Pinellas, Polk, and Manatee counties. We cut every panel to your specified length at no additional charge. Bring your cut list and we'll have your order ready.