Aluminum Alloy Wheel Covers | Daily driving, off-road vehicles, performance cars | Material: 6061-T6 aluminum (240 MPa tensile strength ASTM E8) Finish: Polished (90+ gloss units ASTM E430) | Lightweight (30% lighter than steel), corrosion-resistant (ASTM B117 >500h), sleek appearance | Higher cost than plastic, requires occasional polishing |
Plastic Wheel Covers | Economy vehicles, temporary use, budget buyers | Material: HDPE (25 MPa tensile strength ASTM D638) Finish: Matte/textured | Lowest cost, UV-resistant (ASTM D4303), extremely lightweight | Prone to scratches, degrades under UV exposure (ASTM G154), less durable in harsh conditions |
Stainless Steel Wheel Covers | Marine environments, luxury vehicles, heavy-duty use | Material: 304 stainless steel (205 MPa yield strength ASTM A240) Finish: Brushed/polished | Extremely durable, marine-grade corrosion resistance (ASTM B117 >1000h), long lifespan | Heavier than aluminum, expensive, may rust if surface damage occurs |
Painted Steel Wheel Covers | Standard vehicles, cost-effective solutions | Material: Galvanized steel (ASTM A153) Paint: Epoxy primer + polyurethane topcoat (ASTM D3359 adhesion) | Affordable, balanced durability/cost, customizable colors | Paint chips risk (ASTM D3363 hardness), rust if coating damaged |
Chrome Plated Wheel Covers | Luxury vehicles, show cars, high-end customization | Base: Steel/aluminum Chrome plating: 0.0005" thickness (ASTM B201) Finish: Mirror-like (100+ gloss units) | Mirror finish (highest aesthetic appeal), scratch-resistant coating | Most expensive, requires professional polishing, heavier than aluminum |
Anodized Aluminum Wheel Covers (Advanced) | High-performance vehicles, extreme environments | Material: 6061-T6 aluminum + anodized coating (25 µm thickness ASTM B580) Finish: Polished (95+ gloss units ASTM E430) | Superior corrosion resistance (ASTM B117 >1000h▲), scratch-resistant coating | Highest cost, requires careful handling to avoid coating damage |