3104 Aluminum Coil Strip

Haomei Aluminum supplies 3104 aluminum coil and strip for forming, stamping, deep drawing and other applications where a combination of strength, formability and corrosion resistance is required.

As a 3xxx-series aluminum alloy, 3104 is primarily alloyed with manganese and magnesium. It is widely selected for can body stock, drawn packaging components, transportation panels and architectural sheet applications.

3104 Aluminum Coil and Strip Specifications

Item	Available Range / Option
Alloy	AA 3104
Product Form	Aluminum coil, slit strip, cut-to-length sheet
Temper	O, H14, H16, H18, H19, custom temper subject to specification
Thickness	Customized according to application and order requirements
Width	Coil width and slit width available
Surface	Mill finish; surface treatment or special surface requirements available upon request
Coil ID	Standard and customized coil inner diameters available
Coil Weight	Based on handling equipment, production line requirements and export packing needs
Standard	ASTM, EN, JIS or customer-specific technical requirements
Documentation	Mill Test Certificate, packing list, commercial invoice and export documents as required

For can-making and high-strength packaging applications, 3104 H19 aluminum coil is commonly requested because of its strength and processing consistency. Customers looking for this temper can also review our dedicated 3104 h19 aluminum sheet coil page.

Why Choose 3104 Aluminum Coil?

3104 aluminum alloy combines good workability with higher strength than many general-purpose aluminum sheet grades. Its performance makes it particularly suitable for products that must be stamped, drawn, formed or thinned without sacrificing dimensional stability.

Good deep-drawing and stretch-forming capability
Strong corrosion resistance in normal atmospheric environments
Suitable strength for can body and pressure-containing packaging applications
Good surface quality for coating, printing and further processing
Available in coil form for continuous production lines
Slitting capability for narrow-width 3104 aluminum strip requirements

Chemical Composition of 3104 Aluminum Alloy

Element	Content (%)
Silicon (Si)	≤ 0.5
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.8
Copper (Cu)	0.05 – 0.25
Manganese (Mn)	0.8 – 1.3
Magnesium (Mg)	0.8 – 1.3
Chromium (Cr)	≤ 0.1
Zinc (Zn)	≤ 0.25
Titanium (Ti)	≤ 0.1
Others, Each	≤ 0.05
Others, Total	≤ 0.15
Aluminum (Al)	Balance

Mechanical Properties of 3104 Aluminum Alloy

Temper	Tensile Strength (MPa)	Yield Strength (MPa)	Elongation (%)	Typical Application
O (Annealed)	120 – 165	≤ 85	≥ 18	Best formability for deep drawing; blank and form before work hardening
H12	195 – 255	≥ 155	≥ 7	Moderate strength with retained formability
H14	220 – 275	≥ 180	≥ 4	General structural sheet and formed parts
H16	250 – 290	≥ 210	≥ 3	Higher strength for formed or drawn components
H19	≥ 275	≥ 240	≥ 2	Can body stock — maximum work-hardened strength after drawing and ironing

3104 Aluminum Coil Tempers

H19: Choose when high strength and dimensional stability are important, particularly for demanding packaging and can-body applications.
H18: Consider when a hard temper is required for formed or industrial components with a different processing route.
Softer or intermediate tempers: More suitable for applications where bending, stamping or drawing places greater emphasis on formability.

3104 H19 Aluminum Coil

3104 H19 is a high-strength condition used when the finished component needs relatively high strength and dimensional stability. It is particularly associated with beverage can body stock, where the aluminum undergoes demanding forming and wall-ironing operations at high production speeds.

If your application specifically requires H19 material, see our 3104 H19 Aluminum Sheet Coil page for additional product information and supply options.

3104 H18 Aluminum Coil

3104 H18 is a hard temper that offers a useful combination of strength and manufacturing performance. It can be considered for formed panels, packaging components and other industrial parts where a hard 3104 condition is required but the production route differs from typical H19 can-body applications.

For buyers comparing the two hard tempers, our 3104-H18 Aluminum page provides more detail on the H18 condition and its typical applications.

O Tempers

Softer or intermediate tempers may be preferable when the manufacturing process involves more extensive bending, stamping, forming or drawing. A lower-strength temper generally provides more forming allowance than a hard temper, which can be important when the finished component has complex geometry or requires significant deformation.

Temper selection should be made together with the required thickness, width, dimensional tolerances and forming process. Haomei Aluminum can supply 3104 aluminum coil according to the required temper and processing conditions for different downstream applications.

Applications of 3104 Aluminum Coil Strip

Beverage Can Bodies

3104 aluminum coil is one of the important materials used in the manufacture of carbonated beverage and beer can bodies. Its combination of strength, elongation and corrosion resistance supports the demanding drawing and ironing processes used in modern can-making lines.

Food and Pet Food Packaging

For drawn containers and packaging components, 3104 aluminum strip and coil can provide stable forming performance and a clean surface for subsequent coating or printing. Material selection should always be confirmed against the food-contact regulations and coating system applicable in the destination market.

Transportation Panels

3104 alloy can be used for selected truck, trailer and transportation-related panels where low weight, corrosion resistance and practical forming performance are needed.

Roofing, Flashing and Building Components

For certain architectural and construction applications, 3104 aluminum can be processed into roofing accessories, flashing, gutters and formed sheet components. The required temper and surface finish should be selected based on forming depth, coating requirements and service conditions.

General Drawn and Formed Components

Slit 3104 aluminum strip is also suitable for a range of industrial stamped and drawn parts. Narrow-width strip can be supplied to reduce downstream trimming waste and improve production efficiency.

Need thicker material or cut-to-length products? Please see our 3104 Aluminum Plate Sheet range.

3104 Aluminum Coil Quality Control

Quality control for 3104 aluminum coil starts with the material itself and continues through rolling, slitting, inspection and export packing. Haomei Aluminum checks each production batch against the agreed alloy, dimensional and mechanical requirements before the coils are released for shipment.

Alloy composition — Chemical composition is checked to confirm the material is 3104 aluminum alloy and that the main alloying elements remain within the specified range.
Thickness and width — Coil dimensions are measured at defined inspection points to verify thickness and width against the customer's order requirements and applicable tolerances.
Coil weight and ID — Finished coil weight, outside diameter and inner diameter are checked to ensure the coil is suitable for the customer's processing and handling equipment.
Surface condition — The surface is inspected for visible defects such as scratches, dents, oxidation marks, oil stains or other conditions that could affect subsequent forming, coating or fabrication.
Slit edge quality — For slit 3104 aluminum coil, the cut edge is checked for burrs, waviness and edge damage. Proper slitting helps maintain stable feeding during roll forming, stamping and other downstream operations.
Mechanical properties — Tensile strength, yield strength and elongation are tested where required by the specified temper, standard or purchase order.
Packaging for export — Coils are secured and protected against moisture, impact and movement during handling and sea transportation. Packaging is selected according to coil size, shipping method and destination conditions.

How to Order 3104 Aluminum Coil or Strip

To receive an accurate quotation, please include the following details:

Product form: coil, slit strip or sheet
Alloy and temper: such as 3104 H18 or 3104 H19
Thickness and width
Coil ID and preferred coil weight
Surface and edge requirements
Required quantity
Application or forming process
Destination port or delivery location

This information allows Haomei Aluminum to provide a more suitable production plan, packaging proposal and delivery quotation.

Request a 3104 Aluminum Coil & Strip Quote

Tell Haomei Aluminum your alloy, temper, thickness, width, quantity and application. For slit strip, include the finished strip width and edge requirement.

Contact Haomei Aluminum for 3104 Aluminum Coil

FAQ – 3104 Aluminum Coil

What is 3104 aluminum coil used for?

3104 aluminum coil is commonly used for formed products, particularly beverage-can bodies. Depending on the temper and specification, it can also be considered for selected stamped, drawn, transportation, building and general fabricated components.

Is 3104 aluminum suitable for deep drawing?

Yes, 3104 can be suitable for demanding forming and drawing operations. The actual forming performance depends on factors such as temper, thickness, tooling, lubrication, blank design and production conditions. H19 3104 has also been studied for drawn and wall-ironed beverage-can production.

What is the difference between 3104 aluminum coil and strip?

Coil generally refers to aluminum supplied in a wound form, while strip commonly refers to narrower material produced by slitting a wider master coil. For purchasing and processing, width, thickness, edge condition, coil dimensions and compatibility with the customer's processing equipment are important considerations.

Is 3104 H19 stronger than 3104 H18?

H18 and H19 are different temper designations and should not be treated as identical conditions. Mechanical properties should be checked against the applicable material specification and product thickness. The appropriate temper depends on the required forming process and final performance requirements.

Can Haomei supply 3104 aluminum strip?

Yes. Haomei can supply or discuss 3104 master coil and slit strip according to the customer's requirements. A quotation can be prepared based on the requested thickness, strip width, temper, coil dimensions, quantity and edge requirements.

Can 3104 aluminum coil be slit or cut to size?

Yes, slitting requirements can be reviewed according to the finished strip width and the requirements of the downstream processing equipment. Customers should provide the required width, thickness, tolerances and edge-quality requirements when requesting a quotation.

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