Specification
Thickness Interpretation: 0.006 mm = 0.006 millimeter(s) = 6 microns = 6 micron foil
0.006 mm (6 microns) represents the ultra-lightweight foil, which allows for an unbelievable amount of flexibility and folding capability while providing superior barrier protection.
Details include:
| Type |
Flexible Packaging Foil |
| Application |
To be used for food packaging/ Cigarette Packaging after lamination |
| Grade |
Food Grade |
| Alloy |
1235 8011 8079 |
| Temper |
O |
| Thickness |
0.0055MM-0.03MM |
| Width |
200MM-1600MM |
| Surface |
One side bright, One side matt |
| Packaging |
Free Fumigated wooden box |
Material PropertiesFlexibility and Softness: Due to its temper O and its ultra-thin gauge, this foil is very flexible and conforms nicely to complex shapes and surfaces of products.
Barrier Properties: Accepting that it is very thin, aluminium foil has an excellent barrier to moisture, oxygen, light and contaminants, so it is ideally suited for the protection of critical materials such as medicines, foodstuffs, and tobacco.
Thermal Conductivity and Sealability: Aluminium has a good thermal conductor, therefore, providing good support during heat-seal processes and assists control of product temperature during production.
Smoothness and Printability of Surface: The rolling technology used in producing high-quality foil produces a smooth, clean surface suitable for the use of printing, coating or laminating with paper and plastic films.
Manufacturing ProcessRolling Technology: Ultra Thin Foils:
Aluminium slabs are manufactured into ultra-thin foil by repeated passes for rolling until the desired micron thickness is achieved. Precision Rolling Mills provide uniform thickness and eliminate defects.
O Temper is Fully Annealed Using an Annealing Process After Rolling to Soften and Stabilize the Metal's Structure.
The manufacturer's quality standards for the Foil include:
- Pinhole detection on ultra-thin gauges
- Thickness tolerance testing
- Confirmation of surface cleanliness
- Mechanical property testing
ApplicationsThe Uses of 0.006 mm 8011 O Aluminum Foil Include Various Packaging Applications That Require Lightweight and Protective Packaging Materials:
- Blister packaging used in the pharmaceutical industry to protect tablets/capsules from moisture and contaminants.
- Wrapping and sachet laminating of food products to maintain freshness and flavor.
- Cigarette inner liner foils used to maintain the aroma and prevent moisture loss.
- Flexible packaging laminating uses aluminum foil as a barrier layer between the multiple layers of different types of film.
AdvantagesExceptional Formability for Delicate/Flexible Packaging Materials.
Fully annealed temper makes it possible for the foil to be folded, stamped, or laminated without tearing.
Lightweight But Still Provides Barrier Protection.
The molecular structure of aluminum foil at 6 microns or 0.006 mm provides a barrier against gases, light, and moisture.
Cost Effectiveness For Large Volume Production.
The extremely low cost of using ultra-thin foil results in significant savings in material costs compared to thicker gauges while maintaining similar performance characteristics.
Main Characteristics:- Durable and strong (but lightweight).
- Excellent moisture, oxygen and vapour barrier.
- Extremely flexible and pliable (soft).
- Printable/laminated foils can be used for multiple purposes.
- Mechanical properties will remain consistent.
Countries Where Our Foil Is Most Commonly Sold
HTMM Can Provide You With:- High volume capacity for bulk orders of foils.
- Rigid system for quality control inspection.
- Flexible specification options.
- Export packaging solutions designed to meet your needs.
- Technical assistance for the selection of materials, and technical consulting assistance.
- Cost-effective factory pricing and dependable delivery scheduling.
Commonly Asked QuestionsWill my 0.006mm thick foil easily be torn apart?No, while this foil is super thin, its alloy content and manufacturing process still allow the foil to maintain sufficient strength for the intended packaging application.
Can I laminate my 0.006mm thick foil with plastic film?Yes, this foil was purposely designed to laminate to many forms of plastic film such as; PE, PET, BOPP, along with paper substrates.
Is 0.006mm thick foil appropriate for use with food?Yes, as long as the proper food safe standards are maintained during production, then the foil will be safe for direct contact with food products.
What is typical production lead time for an order?Typical production lead times on an order once the order has been received; will generally be 30-40days.
