1060 Aluminum Coil Strip 0.2mm Metal Pure Aluminum Coil
1060 aluminum coil strip with 0.2mm thickness is a commercial-purity aluminum product designed for applications that need light weight, high electrical conductivity, easy forming, and clean surface quality. With aluminum content of at least 99.60%, this material offers stable performance in stamping, bending, slitting, wrapping, insulation shielding, heat transfer, and decorative metal processing.
For customers selecting a thin pure aluminum coil, the 0.2mm gauge is especially practical. It is flexible enough for continuous forming lines, yet strong enough for handling, winding, and secondary fabrication when the temper and width are properly selected.
Product Snapshot
| Item | Typical Value |
|---|---|
| Alloy | 1060 aluminum |
| Material type | Commercial pure aluminum coil strip |
| Standard thickness | 0.2mm |
| Aluminum content | 99.60% minimum |
| Density | About 2.70 g/cm³ |
| Electrical conductivity | About 61% IACS, depending on temper |
| Common tempers | O, H12, H14, H16, H18 |
| Surface | Mill finish, bright finish, degreased, coated on request |
| Processing | Slitting, cutting, stamping, bending, winding, laminating |
Why 1060 Aluminum Works Well at 0.2mm
The main advantage of 1060 aluminum is its purity. Compared with many alloyed aluminum grades, it has lower strength but better conductivity, ductility, corrosion resistance, and workability. At 0.2mm thickness, these properties become valuable for thin-gauge components where forming consistency and surface stability matter more than high structural load capacity.
In production, 1060 aluminum coil strip can run smoothly through automatic feeding equipment, punching machines, insulation winding machines, and roll-forming systems. Its soft metallic behavior helps reduce cracking during bending and improves edge quality after precision slitting.
For buyers comparing pure aluminum options, 1050 / 1060 Aluminum Strip is often selected for electrical parts, packaging materials, labels, shielding strips, and light-duty stamped parts.
Chemical Composition
1060 aluminum belongs to the 1xxx pure aluminum series. Its chemical control is simple but important because small variations in iron, silicon, and copper can influence surface finish, elongation, and conductivity.
| Element | Content, % |
|---|---|
| Aluminum, Al | 99.60 min |
| Silicon, Si | 0.25 max |
| Iron, Fe | 0.35 max |
| Copper, Cu | 0.05 max |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.03 max |
| Magnesium, Mg | 0.03 max |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.05 max |
| Titanium, Ti | 0.03 max |
| Other single | 0.03 max |
| Other total | 0.10 max |
Mechanical Properties by Temper
The temper should be chosen according to the fabrication method. Soft O temper is preferred for deep bending and forming, while H14 or H18 gives higher hardness and better flatness for labels, spacers, and parts requiring shape retention.
| Temper | Tensile Strength, MPa | Elongation, % | Typical Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| O | 60-95 | 20-30 | Deep forming, wrapping, soft bending |
| H12 | 70-110 | 8-18 | Light stamping, flexible strip parts |
| H14 | 85-120 | 5-12 | Labels, trim, general formed parts |
| H16 | 100-135 | 3-8 | Semi-hard components, stable winding |
| H18 | 120-150 | 2-6 | Flat strips, spacers, rigid thin parts |
Values are typical for thin coil strip and may vary with final width, annealing route, and customer specification.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Available Range or Control Target |
|---|---|
| Thickness | 0.2mm standard, other thin gauges on request |
| Thickness tolerance | Commonly ±0.005mm to ±0.015mm, based on width and order standard |
| Width | Narrow strip to wide coil, customized by slitting |
| Coil ID | 76mm, 150mm, 300mm, 400mm, 500mm, or as required |
| Coil OD | Customized for line feeding and handling weight |
| Edge condition | Slit edge, deburred edge, round edge on request |
| Surface condition | Oil-free, lightly oiled, bright, matte, film-protected |
| Packaging | Eye-to-wall or eye-to-sky with moisture protection |
| Applicable standards | ASTM B209, EN 573, EN 485, GB/T 3880 or agreed specification |
Performance Advantages
| Performance Area | Customer Benefit |
|---|---|
| High conductivity | Suitable for transformer winding, cable shielding, battery tabs, and electrical contact parts |
| Excellent formability | Supports bending, punching, embossing, and shallow drawing with low cracking risk |
| Low weight | Reduces component mass and improves handling efficiency |
| Natural corrosion resistance | Forms a stable oxide film in normal indoor and mild outdoor environments |
| Clean surface | Suitable for printing, coating, laminating, polishing, and decorative use |
| Good thermal transfer | Useful for heat dissipation foils, fins, and thermal interface components |
| Recyclability | Supports lower-waste production and circular material use |
Surface Quality and Processing Stability
For 0.2mm aluminum coil strip, surface and edge control are just as important as chemical purity. Scratches, burrs, oil stains, and wave defects can affect automated feeding and final appearance. A well-produced 1060 strip should have uniform color, stable coil tension, accurate width, and clean winding.
During slitting, thin aluminum must be controlled carefully to avoid edge burrs and telescoping. Proper blade clearance, tension balance, and coil packing help customers reduce downtime during stamping or winding. For applications that require bonding, printing, or coating, degreased or chemically cleaned surfaces can improve adhesion.
Common Applications
1060 aluminum coil strip 0.2mm is widely used in industries where thin pure aluminum delivers reliable performance at an economical cost.
| Application | Why 0.2mm 1060 Aluminum Fits |
|---|---|
| Transformer winding | High conductivity, soft temper availability, stable winding behavior |
| Cable shielding | Flexible, conductive, corrosion resistant, easy to wrap |
| Battery components | Lightweight, conductive, suitable for precision strip processing |
| Gaskets and spacers | Easy punching, stable thickness, good surface finish |
| Nameplates and labels | Clean surface, embossing capability, printability |
| Heat transfer parts | Good thermal conductivity and low mass |
| Packaging closures | Formable, bright, corrosion resistant |
| Lamp caps and decorative trim | Easy shaping and attractive metallic appearance |
For food, pharmaceutical, or closure applications where higher barrier performance and foil-like behavior are needed, customers may also evaluate 8011 Aluminum Strip depending on forming depth, coating system, and sealing requirements.
Comparison With Similar Pure Aluminum Grades
| Grade | Aluminum Content | Strength Level | Conductivity | Typical Selection Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1050 | 99.50% min | Low | Very high | General pure aluminum strip at economical cost |
| 1060 | 99.60% min | Low to medium by temper | Very high | Better purity balance for conductivity and forming |
| 1070 | 99.70% min | Low | Higher | More demanding electrical applications |
| 1100 | 99.00% min | Slightly higher | Good | General forming and chemical equipment parts |
1060 is often the balanced choice when customers need high purity without moving to a more specialized grade. It provides dependable conductivity and ductility while remaining cost-effective for high-volume strip production.
Selection Guidance
| Requirement | Suggested Choice |
|---|---|
| Maximum flexibility | O temper |
| Balanced forming and handling strength | H12 or H14 temper |
| Better flatness and rigidity | H16 or H18 temper |
| Electrical winding | Soft or quarter-hard temper, burr-controlled edge |
| Decorative surface | Bright finish or protected surface |
| Automated stamping | Tight width tolerance, uniform coil tension, low-burr edge |
| Adhesive lamination | Degreased surface with controlled roughness |
Before ordering, customers should confirm thickness tolerance, strip width, coil inner diameter, coil weight, surface oil level, burr direction, and packaging method. These details help the coil match the customer's production line and reduce trial loss.
Packaging and Handling
Thin 0.2mm aluminum coil strip should be protected from moisture, impact, and edge damage. Standard export packing usually includes anti-rust paper or plastic film, inner and outer protection, edge guards, wooden pallets or cases, and clear coil identification. For narrow strip, tight winding and separator protection can prevent scratches and coil collapse during transport.
Final Value for Customers
1060 Aluminum Coil Strip 0.2mm Metal Pure Aluminum Coil is a practical material for buyers who need conductivity, formability, corrosion resistance, and consistent thin-gauge processing. Its high aluminum purity supports electrical and thermal performance, while its excellent workability makes it suitable for stamping, winding, wrapping, labeling, and decorative fabrication. With the right temper, edge quality, and surface condition, it can improve production stability and help create clean, lightweight, and reliable finished parts.
