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### **Aluminum 8010 Alloy Technical Datasheet** --- #### **1. Product Overview** **Aluminum 8010** is an environmentally friendly wrought aluminum alloy specifically developed as a replacement for traditional aluminum alloys containing higher levels of regulated elements. This non-heat-treatable alloy offers excellent corrosion resistance, good formability, and complies with modern environmental regulations, making it suitable for packaging and electrical applications. --- #### **2. Chemical Composition (Weight %)** | Element | Composition Range | Typical Value | |---------|-------------------|---------------| | Aluminum (Al) | Balance | ≥98.3% | | Iron (Fe) | 0.50 - 0.8% | 0.65% | | Silicon (Si) | 0.10 - 0.30% | 0.20% | | Copper (Cu) | ≤ 0.05% | 0.03% | | Manganese (Mn) | 0.05 - 0.20% | 0.12% | | Zinc (Zn) | ≤ 0.07% | 0.05% | | Magnesium (Mg) | ≤ 0.05% | 0.03% | | Vanadium (V) | ≤ 0.05% | 0.03% | | Other Elements (each) | ≤ 0.03% | - | | Total Other Elements | ≤ 0.10% | - | **Key Composition Features:** - Ultra-low copper and magnesium content - Controlled iron and silicon for strength and formability - Environmentally compliant composition - Optimized for packaging and electrical applications - Meets strict regulatory requirements --- #### **3. Physical Properties** | Property | Metric Value | Imperial Value | |----------|--------------|----------------| | Density | 2.70 g/cm³ | 0.0975 lb/in³ | | Melting Range | 655-660°C | 1211-1220°F | | Thermal Conductivity | 220-230 W/m·K | - | | Electrical Conductivity | 58-62% IACS | - | | Modulus of Elasticity | 69 GPa | 10.0 × 10⁶ psi | | Coefficient of Thermal Expansion | 23.8 × 10⁻⁶/°C | 13.2 × 10⁻⁶/°F | | Specific Heat Capacity | 900 J/kg·K | - | | Electrical Resistivity | 28-32 nΩ·m | - | --- #### **4. Mechanical Properties** **Typical Properties in Various Tempers:** | Property | O Temper | H14 Temper | H16 Temper | H18 Temper | |----------|----------|-------------|-------------|------------| | **Tensile Strength (MPa)** | 80-100 | 120-140 | 140-160 | 160-180 | | **Yield Strength (MPa)** | 25-40 | 100-120 | 120-140 | 140-160 | | **Elongation (%)** | 30-40 | 10-15 | 6-10 | 3-6 | | **Shear Strength (MPa)** | 55-70 | 80-95 | 95-110 | 110-125 | | **Hardness (HB)** | 20-30 | 35-45 | 45-55 | 55-65 | | **Fatigue Strength (MPa)** | 40-50 | 65-75 | 75-85 | 85-95 | --- #### **5. International Standards** **Primary Specifications:** - **EN 573-3**: Aluminum and aluminum alloys - Chemical composition and form of wrought products - **ISO 209**: Wrought aluminum and aluminum alloys - Chemical composition and forms of products - **GB/T 3190**: Wrought aluminum and aluminum alloy chemical composition (China) **Product Standards:** - **EN 485-2**: Aluminum and aluminum alloys - Sheet, strip and plate - **ASTM B209**: Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Sheet and Plate - **IEC 60121**: International standard for electrical aluminum alloys **Environmental Compliance:** - **RoHS Compliant** - **REACH Registered** - **FDA Approved** for food contact applications --- #### **6. Product Applications** **Packaging Industry:** - Food and beverage containers - Pharmaceutical packaging - Flexible packaging materials - Foil containers and lids - Aseptic packaging systems **Electrical Applications:** - Power transmission lines - Electrical conductors - Bus bar systems - Transformer windings - Electrical connector components **Food Processing:** - Food processing equipment - Kitchen utensils - Food service containers - Baking trays and foils - Food packaging machinery parts **General Applications:** - Heat exchangers - Decorative trim - Nameplates and labels - Light reflectors - General engineering components --- #### **7. Key Characteristics** **Advantages:** - **Excellent environmental compliance** - **Superior corrosion resistance** - **Good electrical and thermal conductivity** - **Excellent formability** in annealed condition - **Good surface quality** - **Food-safe and non-toxic** - **Recyclable and environmentally friendly** **Limitations:** - Moderate strength compared to heat-treatable alloys - Limited high-temperature performance - Specialized application focus - May require specific processing parameters --- #### **8. Processing Characteristics** **Forming Operations:** - **Excellent deep drawing** capability - **Good bendability** - minimum bend radius: 0.5t (in O temper) - **Easy roll forming** characteristics - **Good stamping and blanking** performance **Machining:** - Good machinability rating: 50% (relative to 2011-T3=100%) - Produces continuous chips - Recommended cutting speed: 120-250 m/min - Good surface finish achievable - Requires sharp tools with positive rake angles **Joining Methods:** - **Excellent weldability** - all conventional methods suitable - **Good brazing** characteristics - **Excellent soldering** performance - **Good adhesive bonding** with proper surface preparation - **Mechanical fastening** - good performance --- #### **9. Corrosion Resistance** **Performance Characteristics:** - **Atmospheric Corrosion**: Excellent - **Pitting Resistance**: Very good - **Stress Corrosion Cracking**: Not susceptible - **Food and Chemical Resistance**: Excellent - **Galvanic Corrosion**: Good performance with proper isolation **Special Features:** - Resistant to most food acids and alkalis - Suitable for wet and humid environments - Good performance in marine atmospheres - Excellent for food contact applications --- #### **10. Heat Treatment & Tempers** **Available Tempers:** - **O (Annealed)**: Full soft condition - **H12, H14, H16, H18**: Strain-hardened tempers - **H22, H24, H26**: Strain-hardened and partially annealed - **H32, H34, H36**: Strain-hardened and stabilized **Annealing Process:** - Full annealing: 345°C (650°F) for 2-3 hours - Intermediate annealing: 315°C (600°F) for 1-2 hours - Stress relief: 230-260°C (450-500°F) for 1-2 hours --- #### **11. Quality Assurance** **Testing Requirements:** - Chemical composition verification - Mechanical property testing - Corrosion resistance testing - Formability testing (Erichsen test) - Surface quality inspection - Food contact compliance testing **Certification:** - Mill test certificate to applicable standards - Environmental compliance certificates - Food contact approval certificates - Material traceability documentation --- #### **12. Comparison with Similar Alloys** | Property | 8010-H14 | 1050-H14 | 1145-H14 | |----------|-----------|-----------|-----------| | Tensile Strength (MPa) | 120-140 | 110-130 | 105-125 | | Electrical Conductivity (% IACS) | 58-62 | 61-63 | 62-64 | | Corrosion Resistance | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | | Environmental Compliance | Excellent | Good | Good | | Typical Applications | Packaging, Electrical | General purpose | Foil products | --- #### **Conclusion** Aluminum 8010 alloy represents a modern, environmentally conscious aluminum solution designed to meet stringent regulatory requirements while maintaining excellent technical properties. Its ultra-low controlled element composition makes it particularly suitable for food packaging, pharmaceutical applications, and electrical components where environmental compliance and material purity are paramount. The alloy combines good mechanical properties with superior corrosion resistance and excellent formability, making it a versatile choice for various applications. Its compliance with international environmental standards and excellent manufacturing characteristics position it as a preferred material for industries requiring both technical performance and environmental responsibility. The continued adoption of 8010 alloy demonstrates the aluminum industry's commitment to developing sustainable material solutions for modern applications.

Packing of Standard Packing: Typical bulk packaging includes palletized plastic 5 gallon/25 kg. pails, fiber and steel drums to 1 ton super sacks in full container (FCL) or truck load (T/L) quantities. Research and sample quantities and hygroscopic, oxidizing or other air sensitive materials may be packaged under argon or vacuum. Solutions are packaged in polypropylene, plastic or glass jars up to palletized 2227 gallon liquid totes Special package is available on request.