AL9663 Hydrophilic Aluminium Foil with Inorganic Lubricant Coating

Hydrophilic Aluminium Foil with Inorganic Lubricant Coating Description

The foil is manufactured using a blend of 1000 and 3005 series aluminium alloys, providing a balance of formability and strength. Its surface is enhanced by an inorganic lubricant coating that ensures a hydrophilic character, reducing friction during fabrication processes. The technical design promotes efficient handling in high-speed processing lines and minimises surface contamination. This combination supports consistent, high-performance outcomes in fabrication and assembly operations.

Hydrophilic Aluminium Foil with Inorganic Lubricant Coating Applications

1.       Electronics Applications
   - Used as a substrate in flexible circuit boards to achieve reduced friction and improved billboarding of components by utilising the hydrophilic surface and coating properties.

2.       Industrial Applications
   - Applied as a belt liner in material processing systems to facilitate smooth transport by using low friction characteristics, thereby reducing mechanical wear.

3.       Healthcare Applications
   - Serves as a component in heat exchange elements for medical devices to mitigate surface contamination and friction-induced wear through controlled surface performance.

Hydrophilic Aluminium Foil with Inorganic Lubricant Coating Packing

The product is packaged in sealed, anti-static bags and cushioned in moulded foam to prevent mechanical damage and contamination. Storage under dry, temperature-controlled conditions is recommended to maintain coating integrity. Packaging options include additional vacuum sealing and customised compartmentalisation to meet specific handling requirements while keeping the foil uncontaminated during transit and storage.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: How does the coating process ensure consistent hydrophilic properties?
A1: The coating process uses controlled deposition techniques with inline SEM inspections to verify uniformity and adhesion. This approach minimises variations and maintains consistent hydrophilic performance across production batches.

Q2: What are the recommended storage conditions to maintain coating integrity?
A2: The foil should be stored in a dry, temperature-controlled environment, preferably in anti-static, sealed packaging to avoid moisture absorption and particulate contamination that could compromise the coating.

Q3: How do the 1000 and 3005 series aluminium alloys affect the foil's mechanical performance?
A3: The combination enhances formability and strength, ensuring that the foil maintains structural integrity during processing while providing the necessary surface characteristics for friction reduction and effective lubrication.

Additional Information

Aluminium alloys like the 1000 and 3005 series offer advantageous characteristics, including high ductility and excellent corrosion resistance, which are essential in precision industrial applications. The integration of specialised surface coatings further refines these properties for advanced processing needs.

The use of inorganic lubricant coatings on aluminium provides a technical solution that minimises friction and wear during high-speed operations. This approach is widely applied in various sectors where consistent material performance and minimal contamination are critical to process efficiency.