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Fin stock aluminum foil is a metal material widely used in air conditioners, radiators, central air conditioners and other fields. It can improve heat dissipation efficiency and enhance heat transfer performance.

What is fin stock aluminum foil?

Fin stock aluminum foil is a metal material widely used in air conditioners, radiators, central air conditioners and other fields. It can improve heat dissipation efficiency and enhance heat transfer performance. This product is usually made of aluminum and has high thermal conductivity and corrosion resistance.

Fin stock aluminum foil

What are the different types of fin foil and their characteristics?

Specifications of Aluminum Fin Stock

Alloy Temper Thickness (mm) Width (mm) Inner Diameter (mm) Mechanical Properties
Tensile Strength (Mpa) Elongation (%) Erichson (IE, mm)
1100
1200
3102
8011
8006
O 0.08-0.2
( /-5%)
100-1400
( /-1)
I.D.75/150/
200/300/505
80-110 ≥27 ≥6.0
H22 100-135 ≥22 ≥5.5
H24 115-145 ≥20 ≥5.0
H26 125-160 ≥10 ≥4.5
H18 ≥160 ≥1
Special specifications can be tailored to meet customer requirements.

Diffirent alloys of Fin Stock Aluminum Chemical Composition

Alloy (%) AA1050 AA1100 AA1200 AA3003 AA8006 AA8011
Fe 0.40 0.95 1.00 0.70 1.40 — 1.60 0.6 — 1.00
Si 0.25 (Fe Si) (Fe Si) 0.60 0.02 0.5 — 0.90
Mg 0.05 0.02 0.05
Mn 0.05 0.05 0.05 1.0 — 1.50 0.4 — 0.50 0.20
Cu 0.05 0.05 — 0.20 0.05 0.05 — 0.20 0.05 0.10
Zn 0.05 0.10 0.10 0.10 0.05 0.10
Ti 0.03 0.05 0.1(Ti Zr) 0.03 0.08
Cr 0.05
Each (Others) 0.03 0.05 0.05 0.05 0.05 0.05
Total (Others) 0.15 0.125 0.15 0.15 0.15
Al 99.50 99.00 99.00 Remainder Remainder Remainder

Characteristics of different types of fin foil

Fin Foil Type Key Characteristics Applications
Bare Aluminum High thermal conductivity, cost-effective, corrosion-prone Indoor HVAC systems
Hydrophilic Aluminum Foil Water-repellent, corrosion protection, improved heat transfer Air conditioners, evaporators
Hydrophobic Aluminum Water-beading, frost prevention, corrosion resistance Refrigeration units, dehumidifiers
Anti-corrosion Aluminum Coated for corrosion resistance, durability, long lifespan Marine HVAC, industrial heat exchangers
Epoxy-coated Aluminum Strong protection against chemicals, pollutants, and corrosion Industrial cooling, outdoor HVAC systems
Pre-coated Aluminum Factory-applied coatings, consistent performance, ready-to-use High-volume HVAC, automotive radiators
Perforated Aluminum Perforations for better airflow and reduced pressure drop High-efficiency air conditioning systems

Advantages of using fin stock aluminum foil

Energy Efficiency and Cost Savings

  • High thermal efficiency: Aluminum fin stock has excellent heat conductivity, which allows for efficient heat transfer in air conditioners, refrigerators, and radiators. This translates to faster cooling or heating, reducing the energy consumption of the system.
  • Reduced operational costs: Efficient heat transfer leads to reduced power consumption, which can lower energy bills. This efficiency also leads to less strain on the system, extending its lifespan and reducing maintenance costs.
  • Eco-friendly: By improving energy efficiency, aluminum fin stock contributes to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and overall environmental impact.

Durability and Corrosion Resistance

  • Corrosion resistance: Aluminum is naturally resistant to corrosion, particularly when exposed to air, where a thin oxide layer forms on the surface. This property makes fin stock aluminum foil ideal for use in environments exposed to moisture or chemicals, such as air conditioners and refrigeration units.
  • Extended lifespan: Due to its corrosion resistance and durability, aluminum fin stock helps extend the operational life of heat exchangers, reducing the need for frequent replacements or repairs.
  • Low maintenance: With its durable nature, systems using aluminum fin stock require less maintenance, lowering both downtime and overall lifecycle costs.

Thermal Conductivity and Heat Transfer Efficiency

  • Superior thermal conductivity: Aluminum has excellent thermal conductivity, making it ideal for maximizing heat exchange in systems. This means faster cooling or heating, improving the performance of HVAC systems, radiators, and other heat exchangers.
  • Optimized heat dissipation: The large surface area created by fin stock ensures efficient heat dissipation, maintaining consistent temperature regulation and reducing system wear and tear.

Lightweight and Flexibility

  • Low weight: Aluminum is much lighter compared to other metals like copper. This makes aluminum fin stock ideal for applications where weight is a critical factor, such as automotive radiators and air conditioners.
  • Design flexibility: Aluminum fin stock is flexible and easy to shape or form into complex fin patterns, allowing manufacturers to optimize the design for specific heat exchange applications.
  • Transport and installation benefits: The lightweight nature also simplifies transportation and installation, reducing labor costs and material handling challenges.

These advantages make fin stock aluminum foil a preferred material in the HVAC, automotive, and refrigeration industries due to its efficiency, durability, and adaptability.

What is fin stock aluminum foil used for?

Fin stock aluminum foil is primarily used in the manufacturing of fins for heat exchangers, such as those found in air conditioners, refrigerators, and automotive radiators. The fins made from this type of aluminum foil help increase the surface area for heat exchange, thereby improving the efficiency of the cooling or heating system.

Heat exchanger used

Heat exchanger used

Key uses of fin stock aluminum foil:

  1. Air conditioners: The fins in the evaporator and condenser coils use aluminum foil to efficiently transfer heat.
  2. Refrigerators: Similar to air conditioners, aluminum fin stock is used to improve the heat exchange process in refrigeration units.
  3. Automotive radiators: Fin stock helps in cooling the engine by dissipating heat from the radiator.
  4. Heat recovery units: It is also used in various industrial heat exchangers.

The thin, lightweight, and corrosion-resistant properties of aluminum make it ideal for this purpose.

How to choose the right fin stock aluminum foil?

Fin aluminum foil is not a specific type of aluminum foil, but a special use of aluminum foil. There are many factors to consider when purchasing fin aluminum foil. Huawei Aluminum lists the following points for you:
1. Alloy: The alloy of fin aluminum foil can be 1235/3003/8006/8011/8079, etc., but different alloys can be selected according to the specific usage scenario;
2. Thickness: The thickness of fin aluminum foil is roughly 0.08-0.2mm, but you can choose a thickness that is more suitable for you according to different applications;
3. Surface technology: According to different uses, fin aluminum foil can choose different surface treatment processes, such as hydrophilic coating, hydrophobic coating, etc.;
If you don’t know what kind of fin aluminum foil you choose, please contact us, our professional sales will recommend a more suitable aluminum foil for you.

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