how to choose aluminum foils as per thickness

Aluminum household foils has a wide range of thicknesses, commonly ranging from 0.005mm to 0.03mm, and different thicknesses have different functions. Have you selected the right thickness of aluminum household foil?

1, The thickness of common household aluminum foil?

Aluminum foil will be adjusted according to usage needs and material characteristics during the production process, so the thickness of household aluminum foil paper on the market also varies greatly. It can be roughly divided into the following categories:

1). Lightweight aluminum foil: with a thickness of about 0.005mm-0.009mm, it is mainly used for food packaging, covering ovens and baking trays, etc.

2). Ordinary thickness aluminum foil: with a thickness of about 0.01mm-0.018mm, it can be used for baking dishes, pots, and other fried foods, as well as for lining ovens and can withstand high temperatures.

3). heavy-duty aluminum foil: with a thickness of about 0.02mm-0.03mm, it is mainly used for placing on dining tables, packaging and preserving food.

2,how to choose aluminum foils as per thickness?

The thickness of aluminum foil chosen should also vary depending on the type of food. Aluminum foil paper with a general thickness of 0.01mm can meet the packaging needs of ordinary food products; If you want to preserve nutritious food or keep it for a longer time, you can choose thick aluminum foil paper with a thickness of 0.02mm or more.

When covering the baking tray or oven, aluminum foil paper with high heat resistance and low volatility should be selected to avoid the harmful substances emitted by aluminum foil paper from contaminating food at high temperatures. In general, aluminum foil with a thickness of 0.01mm or more can be used with confidence.

When using aluminum foil to package food, attention should be paid to tight sealing to prevent food from getting damp and spoiling. If you want to use a microwave for heating, be careful not to directly cover it with aluminum foil, as it will affect the heating effect. You should choose specialized high-temperature resistant paper or glass products.

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