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Product Description
The 1200 series aluminum strip refers to a specific type of aluminum alloy, namely Aluminum 1200. The 1200 series is a group of alloys known for high purity, with a minimum aluminum content of 99.0%. It has excellent corrosion resistance due to its high purity. Engineers and manufacturers often use aluminum 1200 in applications that require high electrical conductivity, such as electrical conductors, transformer windings, and capacitors.
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Aluminum (Al) | Iron (Fe) | Silicon (Si) | Nickel (Ni) | Lead (Pb) | Sodium (Na) | chromium (Cr) | Titanium (Ti) |
99.% | 0.1% | 0.05% | 0.05% | 0.05% | 0.05% | 0.05% | 0.05% |
Electrical Conductors: One of the primary applications of 1200 Aluminum Strip is in electrical conductors. Due to its excellent electrical conductivity properties, People use it to manufacture wires and cables for electrical and electronic applications.
Lighting Reflectors: The high purity and reflective properties of 1200 Aluminum make it suitable for applications in the lighting industry. Manufacturers often use Aluminum 1200 to manufacture reflectors in various lighting fixtures, including fluorescent and high-intensity discharge (HID) lamps.
Radiators and Heat Exchangers: The 1200 Aluminum Strip's good thermal conductivity and formability make it a choice for manufacturing radiators and heat exchangers in applications like automotive radiators, air conditioning systems, and industrial heat exchange equipment.
Aluminum Foils: People often produce thin aluminum foils from the 1200 series Aluminum Strip. People use these foils for various purposes, including packaging, insulation, and as a barrier material in the food and pharmaceutical industries.
Electrical and Electronic Components: Beyond conductors, various electrical and electronic components use this alloy where its electrical properties are beneficial, such as capacitors and resistors.
Chemical Equipment: In some cases, People may use the 1200 series Aluminum Strip to construct chemical equipment due to its corrosion resistance.
Building and Construction: While not as common as other aluminum alloys, people can use 1200 Aluminum strips in specific building and construction applications, particularly where electrical or thermal properties are required.
Automotive: In some specialized automotive applications, People may use 1200 Aluminum strips for heat dissipation components or electrical connectors.
1. O (Annealed) Temper :
Application Fields: The O temper is the softest and most formable temper. Manufacturers use aluminum 1100 in applications where extreme formability is needed, such as deep drawing or spinning operations. Examples include aluminum foil production, flexible packaging, and capacitor shells.
Examples:
Electrical Wires and Cables: In the annealed state, manufacturers can draw a 1200 Aluminum Strip into fine wires for electrical conductivity in power transmission and distribution.
Food Packaging: People use aluminum foils in the annealed state for food packaging, such as wrapping and sealing.
Insulation: Manufacturers can use annealed 1200 Aluminum Strips in insulation materials for buildings and appliances.
2.H12 Temper :
Application Fields: H12 is moderately work-hardened and offers improved strength compared to the O temper. People use it in applications that require modest strength and formability, such as radiator fins, heat exchanger components, and architectural trims.
Examples:
Heat Exchanger Fins: H12 is suitable for forming heat exchanger fins in HVAC systems and radiators.
Cookware: This temper is used to produce some cookware and utensils due to its balance of strength and formability.
3.H14 Temper :
Application Fields: H14 provides a balance between strength and formability. People commonly use it in applications like electrical components, heat sinks, and reflective materials for lighting fixtures.
Examples:
Reflectors: H14 is commonly used for manufacturing reflectors for lighting fixtures, providing both reflectivity and moderate strength.
Architectural Trim: People use it for architectural trim and decorative elements in construction.
4.H16 Temper :
Application Fields: H16 has higher strength and hardness than H14. It is suitable for applications where a stiffer material is needed, such as making busbars for electrical distribution or manufacturing small structural components.
Examples:
Busbars: Manufacturers employ H16 in the manufacturing of busbars for electrical power distribution due to their increased stiffness and electrical conductivity.
Automotive Trim: It can produce automotive trim components that require moderate strength.
5.H18 Temper :
Application Fields: H18 is the highest strength temper in the 1200 series. People use it in applications requiring maximum strength and hardness. Examples include electrical connectors, heavy-duty structural components, and specialized aerospace applications.
Examples:
Aerospace Components: H18 is suitable for specialized aerospace applications, including structural components that require maximum strength and rigidity.
Electrical Connectors: It produces electrical connectors and components in demanding electrical systems.
6. Other Tempers (e.g., H22, H24, H26):
Application Fields: These intermediate tempers offer various combinations of strength and formability. Their specific applications will depend on the properties needed, But people can find them in architectural sheeting, cookware, and various industrial components.
1. Narrow Strips (Less than 25 millimeters):
Applications: People often use these for applications where a very narrow strip is required.
Examples:
Electrical Connectors: People often use narrow strips for electrical connectors in applications where space is limited and precise dimensions are required.
Electronic Components: In electronics, You can use narrow strips for applications like lead frames and small connectors.
2. Standard Widths ( 25 millimeters to 600 millimeters):
Applications: People commonly use these widths in a wide range of applications.
Examples:
Architectural Elements: The construction industry uses standard-width strips for architectural trim, decorative elements, and façades.
Heat Exchanger Fins: You can employ these strips for heat exchanger fins in HVAC systems, automotive radiators, and industrial heat exchangers.
Reflectors: Standard-width strips are suitable for manufacturing reflectors in lighting fixtures.
Cookware: They can be used to produce some cookware and utensils due to their versatility and availability.
3. Wide Strips (Greater than 600 millimeters):
Applications: Some manufacturers may offer widths greater than 600millimeters to meet specific industrial or custom requirement
Examples:
Large Structural Components: Manufacturers may use wide strips for manufacturing larger structural components in various industries, including aerospace and automotive.
Heavy-Duty Industrial Applications: In some industrial applications, people can use wide strips for heavy-duty components and equipment.
1. Thin Strips (0.1 mm or less):
Applications: Engineers and designers use thin strips where lightweight, thin, and flexible materials are required.
Examples:
Aluminum Foil: Aluminum foil manufacturers use extremely thin 1200 Aluminum Strips for aluminum foil production. People widely use it for packaging, insulation, and cooking applications.
Electrical Components: Electronic engineers and manufacturers use thin strips for components like capacitors and resistors, where compact size and lightweight materials are essential.
2. Standard Thicknesses (0.1 mm to 10mm):
Applications: Specialized and heavy-duty applications use these thicker strips.
Examples:
Heat Exchanger Fins: Heat exchanger fins in HVAC systems, automotive radiators, and industrial heat exchangers employ standard thickness strips.
Architectural Trim: The construction industry uses them for architectural trim and decorative elements due to their balance of strength and formability.
Reflectors: Standard thickness strips are suitable for manufacturing reflectors in lighting fixtures, providing both reflectivity and moderate strength.
3. Thicker Strips (10 mm or more):
Applications: Specialized and heavy-duty applications use these thicker strips.
Examples:
Large Structural Components: Various industries, including aerospace, automotive, and construction, use thicker strips for manufacturing larger structural components.
Heavy-Duty Industrial Applications: In some industrial applications, heavy-duty components, equipment, and structural elements can employ thicker strips where high strength and load-bearing capacity are essential.