Aluminum foil is a thin aluminum alloy foil obtained by rolling aluminum sheets. It can be used in a variety of scenarios. The thickness of aluminum foil varies depending on the application. The conventional thickness of aluminum foil is 0.001-0.3mm.
The different thicknesses of aluminum foil can also have a big impact on performance, such as thermal insulation and durability.
Thicker aluminum foil: provides better thermal insulation by reducing heat transfer. It is commonly used for cooking, grilling and industrial insulation. Thinner aluminum foil: still effectively reflects radiant heat, but is less resistant to conductive heat transfer, making it suitable for lightweight tasks such as wrapping food.
Thicker aluminum foil: more resistant to tears, punctures, and mechanical stress. Ideal for heavy-duty applications such as grilling or wrapping sharp foods. Thinner aluminum foil: more easily torn and less durable. More suitable for short-term or low-pressure uses, such as covering cutlery or lightweight packaging.
Thicker aluminum foil: less flexible and difficult to conform to irregular shapes, so it is not very suitable for packaging delicate items. Thinner aluminum foil: highly flexible and easy to conform to shapes, so it is ideal for tightly wrapping items such as food or medical products.
Thicker foil: Excellent barrier properties against moisture, light, oxygen and stains, extending shelf life for food packaging and industrial storage. Thinner foil: Still a good barrier, but more prone to pinholes, which may affect its effectiveness over time.