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Place of Origin | CHINA |
Brand Name | Decho |
Certification | Mill Test Certificate |
Model Number | Electrolytic Tinplate Coil |
AISI, GB, JIS Food Grade Prime Electrolytic Tinplate Coil for Metal Packaging Bright Stone Matte Sliver
Tinplate (also known as tinplate) refers to a cold-rolled thin steel plate coated with an extremely thin layer of metallic tin on both sides, which combines the hardness and strength of steel with the easy weldability, corrosion resistance and bright appearance of tin. The tin plate has the advantages of tasteless, non-toxic, light weight, easy processing and forming. Printing different patterns can also beautify products, so it has been widely used in the food canning industry, electronic devices, chemical paint and other industries. In the process of tin plate production, after tinning, the tin plate should be passivated in order to prevent the tin layer from oxidizing and yellowing when the tin plate is stored or the coating is baked, and to improve the performance of the tin plate such as sulfur resistance.
Tinplate is a thin steel sheet coated by tin. It has an extremely beautiful metallic luster as well as excellent properties in corrosion resistance, solderability, and weldability. Tinplate is used for making all types of containers such as food cans, beverage cans, 18-liter cans, and artistic cans. Its applications are not limited to containers; recently, tinplate has also been used for making electrical machinery parts and many other products
Characteristics of Tinplate:
- Corrosion Resistance: Tinplate offers excellent resistance to corrosion due to the protective layer of tin. The tin coating prevents water, moisture, and other corrosive elements from coming into direct contact with the underlying steel.
- Formability: Tinplate has good formability, which makes it suitable for deep drawing, pressing, and other shaping processes. This is crucial for applications where the material needs to be bent or shaped into complex forms.
- Smooth Surface: The smooth, shiny finish of tinplate makes it ideal for printing and decoration, and it enhances its visual appeal, which is especially important in packaging and consumer products.
- Lightweight: Tinplate is relatively lightweight compared to other metals, which is an advantage in many packaging applications, such as cans.
Tinplate is a versatile material with a wide range of uses, from food packaging to automotive parts and decorative applications. The different requirements for tinplate depend on the specific use case, with factors like corrosion resistance, formability, and strength playing key roles in determining the appropriate grade and material specifications. Whether for beverage cans, paint cans, or signage, the ability to customize tinplate with various coatings, thicknesses, and properties makes it an essential material in many industries.
Product Requirements by Application Type
Application |
Requirements |
Special Coatings/Considerations |
---|---|---|
Food Cans |
High corrosion resistance, non-reactive surface, easy to form and shape. |
Organic coatings for acidic foods (e.g., tomatoes) to prevent metal-food interaction. |
Beverage Cans |
Pressure resistance, corrosion prevention, smooth surface for printing and branding. |
Internal coatings to prevent flavor changes and reaction with beverages. |
Aerosol Containers |
Pressure resistance, chemical resistance, structural integrity, smooth surface for labeling. |
Corrosion-resistant coatings and high durability for chemical content. |
General Line Packaging (Paints, Oils) |
High durability, chemical resistance, impact resistance, easy to seal. |
Additional lacquer coatings for chemical resistance. |
Bottle Caps and Closures |
Strength, formability for tight sealing, corrosion resistance, smooth surface for branding. |
Organic or lacquer coatings to prevent interaction with beverages or contents. |
Decorative Packaging |
Flawless surface finish, resistance to corrosion, smooth surface for printing, long-lasting aesthetic appeal. |
Surface treatment for high-quality printing, embossing, and decoration. |
Electronic Components |
Conductivity, corrosion resistance, uniform tin coating, high durability. |
Coatings or treatments to enhance conductivity and protect sensitive components from corrosion. |
Product Name |
Tinplate |
Standard |
GB, JIS, ASTM, EN, ISO, etc. |
Tin Coating Weight |
Equal weight tin plating, differential weight tin plating |
Surface State |
Bright surface, stone surface, silvery surface, matt surface |
Thickness |
0.18-0.55 mm |
Width |
750- 1200 mm or as required |
Length |
500- 1168 mm or as required |
Raw Strip Type |
MR, L, D |
Hardness |
T-2, T-2.5, T-3, T-3.5, T-4, T-5 |
Application |
Food packaging, electronic appliances, building materials, etc |
Code |
Type |
Characteristics |
B |
Bright Surface |
Tin plating on smooth surface with stone pattern, then reflow the tin layer to obtain the bright surface. |
R |
Stone Surface |
Tin plating on surface with a certain direction of the stone pattern, then reflow the tin layer to obtain the bright surface. |
S |
Silvery Surface |
Tin plating on rough and mattsurface, then reflow the tin layer to obtain the bright surface. |
M |
Matt Surface |
Tin plating on matt surfacewithout reflowing. |
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