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Aluminum Foil Jumbo Rolls

What are Aluminum Foil Jumbo Rolls?

Aluminum foil jumbo rolls refer to large-sized industrial master rolls, from which smaller household or commercial rolls are cut. They are the primary product form for manufacturers and large-scale users, designed for efficiency and cost-effectiveness in high-volume applications.

Aluminum Foil Jumbo Rolls

Haomei Aluminum Foil Jumbo Rolls Specifications

Specification Common Examples Description
Alloy 8011, 1235, 8079: Most common for flexible packaging. 1100: High purity, good for food contact. Determines the foil's strength, flexibility, and corrosion resistance.
Temper O (Soft/Annealed): Highly malleable, dead-fold. H (Hard/Full Hard): Stronger, more puncture-resistant. The hardness and softness of the foil.
Thickness 6.35 µm (0.25 mil): Standard household grade. 9 µm, 11 µm, 15 µm: Heavier duty for industrial use. Measured in microns (µm) or mils. Critical for performance.
Width Ranges from 200mm to over 1500mm (8 inches to 60+ inches). The roll's face width. Must match your machinery.
Core ID 3-inch (76mm) and 6-inch (152mm) are most common. Must fit your unwinding equipment. The inner diameter of the cardboard or plastic core.
O.D. (Outer Diameter) Typically up to 600mm (24 inches) or more. The full roll's diameter, affecting how much foil you get and storage needs.
Net Weight Commonly 100kg, 200kg, 500kg, 1000kg (1 metric ton). The weight of the foil itself, excluding the core.

8011 Aluminum Foil Jumbo Rolls

Main Applications: The most commonly used aluminum foil type for food packaging, such as chocolate, candy, bread, frozen foods, etc.

Features:

  • Excellent ductility and formability, suitable for complex packaging shapes.
  • Provides good barrier properties, effectively blocking light, oxygen, and moisture, extending food shelf life.
  • Safe and hygienic, meeting food contact standards.

3003 Aluminum Foil Jumbo Rolls

Main Applications: Industrial uses such as roofing materials, automotive parts, and architectural decoration.

Features:

  • Higher strength, impact and tensile resistant, suitable for load-bearing or durable applications.
  • Good corrosion resistance, suitable for outdoor or humid environments.
  • Good workability, suitable for processing into aluminum sheets or foils.

1060 / 1100 Aluminum Foil Jumbo Rolls

Main Applications: Pure aluminum foils suitable for electronics, power, chemical applications, or scenarios requiring conductivity and corrosion resistance.

Features:

  • High-purity aluminum (≥99%) with excellent electrical conductivity.
  • Outstanding corrosion resistance, suitable for long-term use or protective environments.
  • Easy to process, suitable for stretching, forming, and packaging applications.

8079 / 8021 Aluminum Foil Jumbo Rolls

Main Applications: Specifically used for pharmaceutical blister packaging (PTP/Alu-Alu) and high-barrier packaging.

Features:

  • High barrier performance, effectively isolating oxygen, moisture, and light to ensure drug stability and shelf life.
  • Good formability, suitable for cold-formed blister packaging.
  • Compliant with pharmaceutical packaging standards, ensuring safety and hygiene.

Aluminum Foil Jumbo Rolls Popular Sizes

Heavy-Duty Foil 18" x 500'

A strong and durable heavy-duty aluminum foil roll measuring 18 inches wide and 500 feet long. Ideal for industrial kitchens, catering, and large-scale food preparation. Excellent tear resistance and heat conduction.

Heavy-Duty Foil 24" x 1000'

Extra-wide heavy-duty aluminum foil roll, 24 inches wide and 1000 feet long. Perfect for commercial use, large baking projects, and food service operations. Offers superior strength and barrier protection.

Heavy-Duty Foil 12" x 1000'

Standard-width heavy-duty aluminum foil, 12 inches wide and 1000 feet long. Suitable for everyday kitchen and commercial applications, providing reliable durability and heat resistance.

Aluminum Foil Jumbo Rolls

Aluminum Foil Jumbo Rolls Applications

Jumbo aluminum foil rolls are not suitable for household use. They are mainly used for:

Food Service and Packaging:

  • Restaurants and catering providers: Used for packaging, lining baking trays, and cooking (e.g., baking, grilling).
  • Food manufacturers: For packaging ready-to-eat foods, dairy products (yogurt lids), candies, and other foods.
  • Packaging processors: Companies that convert these large rolls into consumer-sized rolls, preformed aluminum containers, bags, and lids.

Industrial and Technical Uses:

  • Insulation: Used as thermal and radiation barriers in construction.
  • Pharmaceutical packaging: For tablet and capsule blister packs.
  • Capacitors and electronics: As a key component of electronic devices.
  • Offset printing: As a substrate for printing plates.

Advantages of Purchasing Jumbo Aluminum Foil Rolls

  • Significantly reduced cost: Unit area or unit weight cost is far lower than purchasing pre-cut rolls.
  • Reduced packaging waste: Minimizes waste generated from multiple small rolls.
  • Improved operational efficiency: For companies with automated machinery, using jumbo foil rolls reduces roll change frequency, increasing production uptime.
  • Customization: Suppliers can often slit the foil to required widths based on specific equipment or application needs.

Aluminum Foil Jumbo Rolls Purchasing Considerations

When purchasing Aluminum Foil Jumbo Rolls, understanding material, specifications, surface treatment, and supplier credentials is key to ensuring product quality and production efficiency.

Aluminum Alloy Material

  • 8011 Aluminum Foil Jumbo Rolls: Most commonly used for food packaging, combining formability and barrier properties, suitable for food packaging foil.
  • 3003 Aluminum Foil Jumbo Rolls: Higher strength, suitable for industrial applications such as roofing and automotive parts, classified as industrial aluminum foil rolls.
  • 1235 Aluminum Foil: High purity, excellent ductility, suitable for precision packaging and battery industry.
  • Recommendation: Choose the alloy based on application. For food and pharmaceuticals, 8011 is preferred; for industrial or high-temperature conditions, 3003 or 1235 may be selected.

Thickness and Width

  • Thickness: Commonly 12–30μm (0.012–0.03mm) for food use; heavy-duty or industrial use can exceed 0.05mm.
  • Width: Standard 12″–24″ (approx. 30–60cm); jumbo rolls can be custom wide.
  • Note: Width and thickness directly affect equipment compatibility and packaging results; confirm before selecting aluminum foil jumbo rolls.

Roll Length and Diameter

  • Common lengths: 500–1000 feet (approx. 150–300 meters), suitable for large aluminum foil roll production lines.
  • Roll diameter: Consider the shaft diameter on equipment to avoid installation difficulties.
  • Recommendation: Confirm the production line’s shaft load and size limits in advance.

Surface Treatment

  • Bright/Matt: Bright foil is usually used for food packaging, suitable for printing and heat sealing.
  • Coatings: Some food or pharmaceutical foils come with heat-seal coatings or non-stick coatings.
  • Note: Ensure coatings meet FDA or GMP standards for food-contact aluminum foil.

Packaging and Transportation

  • Moisture and dust-proof packaging: Jumbo aluminum foil rolls are sensitive to humidity and dust, which may cause sticking or oxidation.
  • Core material: Commonly paper or plastic cores; ensure core load capacity to prevent deformation during transport.

Aluminum Foil Jumbo Rolls FAQs

Can jumbo aluminum foil rolls be used directly for food packaging?

Material (8011 food-grade), thickness, and surface coating must meet food-grade aluminum foil standards.

What if the thickness is inconsistent?

It is recommended to request thickness tolerance from the supplier, e.g., ±1–2μm, to ensure consistent production of heavy-duty aluminum foil rolls.

Can jumbo rolls be cut into smaller rolls?

Yes, but cutting equipment is required. Ensure the cut edges are smooth to avoid waste or damage to industrial aluminum foil jumbo rolls machinery.

How should they be packaged?

Jumbo rolls are heavy and fragile. Usually wrapped with multiple layers of strong waterproof paper or plastic, with cardboard or wooden end caps for protection.

The entire package is typically placed on a wooden pallet and secured with steel or plastic straps to ensure transport safety.

How to prevent damage during transportation?

Use moisture-proof film and securing devices to avoid pressure or deformation on the roll edges, ensuring aluminum foil jumbo rolls remain intact.

Can printing be done on aluminum foil?

Bright foil can be printed on, but special inks or coatings are required to ensure adhesion for aluminum foil printing.

Jumbo aluminum foil rolls are the backbone of food service, packaging, and manufacturing industries. They are the most economical and efficient way to purchase large quantities of aluminum foil. When purchasing, carefully check alloy composition, temper, thickness, and width to ensure optimal performance in your specific application and equipment.

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