8079 Aluminum Foil

8079 aluminum foil is widely used in packaging, pharmaceuticals, household products, insulation, and electrical industries due to its high strength, excellent ductility, barrier properties, and aesthetic appeal. It is suitable for various applications requiring high-performance materials.

Alloy Type: 8079 aluminum foil belongs to the 8xxx series of aluminum alloys.
Common Tempers: Includes H14, H18, and other temper states.
Thickness Range: From 10 micrometers to 200 micrometers.
Main Components: Aluminum metal with a purity of up to 99.79%, containing small amounts of zinc, chromium, and other elements to enhance corrosion resistance and oxidation resistance.

8079 Aluminum Foil Characteristics

Tensile Strength: Higher than other aluminum foil alloys.
Elongation: Excellent, ensuring superior ductility and flexibility.
Moisture Resistance: Superior to many other aluminum foils.
Air Tightness: Good, preserving flavor.
Gloss: Elegant silver-white luster, easy to process into various colors and patterns.

Common 8079 Aluminum Foil Metal Tempers

Advantages of 8079 aluminum foil

1. Barrier Properties

Excellent Barrier: 8079 aluminum foil effectively isolates air, moisture, and odors, ensuring long-term protection of the packaged items.
Moisture and Odor Resistance: Provides extremely high moisture resistance and gas blocking, effectively protecting the contents from external factors.
Antibacterial Performance: Passes bacterial and mold tests, showing excellent non-toxic, odorless, safe, and hygienic properties.

2. Temperature Stability

High and Low-Temperature Adaptability: 8079 aluminum foil maintains shape stability without shrinking or deforming in a temperature range of -73°C to 371°C.

3. Conductivity and Light Blocking

Good Conductivity: 8079 aluminum foil has good electrical conductivity, suitable for applications requiring electrical shielding.
Excellent Light Blocking: Effectively blocks light, protecting light-sensitive products.

4. Flexibility and Processability

High Flexibility: 8079 aluminum foil is highly flexible, easy to process and mold into various shapes, adapting to diverse packaging needs.

5. Safety

Non-toxic and Odorless: Ensures the safety of food and pharmaceuticals, meeting hygiene standards.

The price is slightly higher compared to other aluminum foil alloys, but its performance advantages make it very popular in high-end applications.

8079 Aluminum Foil Standards

ASTM B479
QQA-1876

8079 Aluminum Foil Surface Quality

1. No black spots, lines, creases, wrinkles, etc.
2. Surface quality: no air holes, no bulges, etc.

8079 Aluminum Foil Tolerance

Width tolerance: ±1.0mm

Thickness tolerance:

Measurement Type	Tolerance
Spot measurement tolerance	±6%
Average thickness tolerance (lot weight ≥3T)	±5%
Average thickness tolerance (lot weight ≥10T)	±4%

8079 O Aluminum Foil Pinholes

Alloy Temper	Thickness (mm)	Pinholes (per square meter)
8079 O aluminum foil	0.006	Max 500
8079 O aluminum foil	0.0063	Max 400
8079 O aluminum foil	0.0065	Max 200
8079 O aluminum foil	0.008	Max 100
8079 O aluminum foil	0.009	Max 100

Aluminum Alloy 8079 Foil Chemical Properties

Al	Reminder
Si	0.50 - 0.30
Fe	0.70 – 1.3
Cu	≤ 0.10
Zn	≤ 0.10
Other	≤ 0.15

Mechanical Properties of 8079 Aluminum Alloy Foil

Alloy Temper	Thickness (mm)	Tensile Strength (Mpa)	Elongation (%)
8079 O aluminum foil	0.006	50-100	≥1.0
8079 O aluminum foil	0.0063	50-100	≥1.0
8079 O aluminum foil	0.0065	50-100	≥1.0
8079 O aluminum foil	0.008	50-100	≥1.0
8079 O aluminum foil	0.009	60-100	≥1.5
8079 H18 aluminum foil	0.035-0.2	≥160	–
8079 H19 aluminum foil	0.035-0.2	≥170	–
8079 H22 aluminum foil	0.035-0.04	90-150	–
8079 H22 aluminum foil	>0.04-0.09	90-150	–
8079 H22 aluminum foil	>0.09-0.14	90-150	5
8079 H22 aluminum foil	>0.14-0.2	90-150	6
8079 H24 aluminum foil	0.035-0.04	120-170	2
8079 H24 aluminum foil	>0.04-0.09	120-170	3
8079 H24 aluminum foil	>0.09-0.14	120-170	4
8079 H24 aluminum foil	>0.14-0.2	120-170	5

8079 Aluminum Foil Applications

8079 aluminum foil has a wide range of applications due to its unique properties and is often used in packaging, pharmaceutical, household, insulation and electrical industries. Its versatility, durability and excellent barrier and insulation properties make it an ideal material for a wide range of applications in various industries.

8079 aluminum foil is an ideal product for applications that require higher tensile strength materials that will not be damaged during the pharmaceutical packaging process. 8079 alloy foil is also widely used in the food packaging industry, beer labels, household foil, bottle caps, etc.

Tropical Blister Aluminum 8079 Aluminum Foil

8079 aluminum foil is used for tropical blister packaging, designed to protect pharmaceuticals and nutritional products from moisture, oxygen, and other environmental factors. It helps extend shelf life and maintain product integrity.

Medical 8079 Aluminum Foil

8079 aluminum foil is widely used in the medical field for packaging pharmaceuticals and medical devices. It offers excellent moisture, gas, and light protection, ensuring the safety and effectiveness of medical products.

Easy-Tear Aluminum Foil Sealing Film 8079 Aluminum Foil

8079 aluminum foil is designed for applications requiring easy opening, used in sealing films that users can easily tear or open. It is commonly used in food and beverage packaging, providing convenience while maintaining product freshness.

8079 Pharmaceutical Aluminum Foil

This aluminum foil is specially formulated for pharmaceutical packaging. It provides excellent protection against contamination, moisture, and light, ensuring that medicines and supplements remain effective and safe for consumption.

Yogurt Cup Sealing 8079 Aluminum Foil

8079 aluminum foil is used in the dairy industry for sealing milk bottles or cartons. It ensures the product remains fresh, unaffected by external contaminants, while maintaining a tight seal.

Battery Soft-Pack Aluminum Foil 8079

8079 foil is used for soft-pack batteries, providing a protective barrier that aids in the overall performance and stability of the battery. It is crucial for maintaining the internal environment of the battery.

New Energy Battery 8079 Aluminum Foil

This aluminum foil is used in various types of new energy batteries, including those used in electric vehicles and renewable energy storage systems. It helps protect battery components and ensures long-term performance.

8079 Aluminum Foil Application Specification Parameter Table

Application Industry	Temper	Thickness	Use
Household aluminum foil	O	0.01-0.04mm	To keep food clean and hygienic, 8079 aluminum foil can be used for cooking, baking, freezing, packaging, and storage, among other things.
Food packaging industry	O	0.01-0.04mm	Aluminum foil 8079 can be used for wrapping paper, lids, and food containers.
Pharmaceutical packaging	H18	0.01-0.02mm	In blisters, sachets, pouches, and other packaging, 8079 aluminum foil can be used to shield medications from light, moisture, oxygen, and germs and increase their shelf life.
Cosmetic packaging industry	H18	0.01-0.02mm	To shield against light, moisture, oxygen, and germs, 8079 aluminum foil can be incorporated into sachets, bags, hoses, and other containers.
Cap seal	H14/H16	0.15-0.20mm	Wine, beverages, cosmetics, and other bottle lids can be covered with aluminum foil 8079.
Beer label	O	0.01-0.015mm	Beer bottle neck labels can be made from 8079 aluminum foil.

8079 Aluminum Foil Application Specifications More Information

Products	Type	Temper	Thickness(mm)	Width(mm)	Length(mm)
Household foil	Bare, Mill Finish	H111 H12 H14 H16 H18 H22 H24 H26 H28	0.01-0.2	300-1100	coil
Packaging foil		O H22 H24	0.018-0.2	100-1600	coil
Pharmaceutical Foil		H14 H18	0.018-0.2	100-1600	coil