1. What alloys are commonly used for aluminum foil?
The most commonly used alloys for aluminum foil include 8011, 8021, 8079, 3003, 1100, and 1060, which provide different levels of strength, corrosion resistance, and barrier performance depending on the application.
2. What is the typical thickness range of aluminum foil?
Aluminum foil thickness usually ranges from 6 microns to 200 microns, depending on the intended use such as food packaging, pharmaceutical packaging, or industrial applications.
3. What are the common applications of aluminum foil?
Aluminum foil is widely used in food packaging, pharmaceutical blister packaging, household foil, insulation materials, cable wrapping, and industrial heat exchange systems.
4. What is the standard width of aluminum foil rolls?
The common width ranges from 200 mm to 1800 mm, and custom widths can be produced according to customer requirements.
5. What temper conditions are available for aluminum foil?
Aluminum foil is commonly available in O (soft), H18 (full hard), H22, and H24 tempers, depending on the mechanical strength and flexibility needed.
6. What is the standard inner diameter of aluminum foil rolls?
The standard inner core diameter is 76 mm (3 inches) or 152 mm (6 inches), which fits most industrial processing equipment.
7. Can aluminum foil be customized?
Yes, aluminum foil can be customized in terms of thickness, width, alloy grade, temper, and surface treatment to meet different industrial and packaging requirements.
8. How is aluminum foil packaged for export?
Aluminum foil is usually packed with moisture-proof wrapping, wooden pallets, and export-standard seaworthy packaging to ensure safe transportation.