Material Composition | Heavy-duty trucks, off-road vehicles | Industry Standard: Steel (ASTM A36, 2.5mm thickness) Our Base: Stainless Steel 304 (ASTM A240, 3mm) Our Advanced: Stainless Steel 316 (ASTM A240, 3.5mm) ▲▲ | Base: 40% better corrosion resistance than steel. Advanced: 2x higher chloride resistance for coastal use. | Base: 15% heavier than steel. Advanced: 30% higher cost. |
Surface Finish | Luxury vehicles, show cars | Industry Standard: Matte finish (ISO 8290 Class 2) Our Base: Brushed stainless (ISO 8290 Class 3) Our Advanced: Brushed + anti-scratch coating (ASTM D3359 5B adhesion) ▲▲ | Base: Hides minor scratches. Advanced: Resists 500+ abrasions (ISO 11393). | Advanced coating adds $20 to cost. |
Corrosion Resistance | Coastal regions, salt-heavy climates | Industry Standard: Withstands 200hr salt spray (ASTM B117) Our Base: 500hr ▲ Our Advanced: 1000hr ▲▲ | Base: 2.5x longer lifespan in marine environments. Advanced: Meets ISO 12944-C5 offshore standards. | Industry versions rust within 3 years in harsh conditions. |
Customization Options | Custom vehicle builds, fleet branding | Industry Standard: Limited to standard sizes (ISO 14443) Our Base: Customizable to fit 90% of models (custom fitment service) Our Advanced: Full 3D-printed customization ▲▲ | Base: 2-day turnaround for common models. Advanced: Unique designs for niche vehicles. | Advanced requires 7-day lead time. |
Weight | Light commercial vehicles, SUVs | Industry Standard: 5kg (ISO 10493) Our Base: 6kg (304 stainless) ▲ Our Advanced: 5.5kg (lightweight 316 alloy) ▲▲ | Advanced: 10% lighter than Base while retaining strength. | Base adds 2kg payload penalty. |
Installation Complexity | DIY enthusiasts, quick-fit scenarios | Industry Standard: Professional install (ISO 9001) Our Base: DIY-friendly snap-fit (toolless assembly) ▲ Our Advanced: Tool-free magnetic attachment ▲▲ | Base: Saves $150 labor cost. Advanced: 10min install vs 30min for Base. | Industry versions require 4hr labor. |