In the modern packaging industry, 3105 aluminum coil has become widely used in packaging containers for food, beverages, and pharmaceuticals due to its advantages of light weight, aesthetics, corrosion resistance, and recyclability. Especially in the sealing of high-end liquor, wine, and beverage bottles, the importance of aluminum alloy cap materials is increasingly prominent.
3105 aluminum alloy belongs to the Al-Mn anti-rust aluminum series. It contains small amounts of magnesium, manganese, and copper, offering moderate strength, good corrosion resistance, and excellent workability. Compared to pure aluminum, it provides better mechanical properties while retaining good elongation and printability, making it ideal for bottle cap production processes such as deep drawing, stretching, and curling.
3105 aluminum alloy in tempers such as H14 and H16 is commonly used for bottle cap manufacturing. These tempers provide the necessary hardness for bottle cap applications. The alloy’s outstanding deep drawing performance ensures that caps do not crack during stamping and minimizes "earring" defects, which is essential for improving material utilization and product quality.
Alloy | 3105 |
Temper | H14, H16, H18, H24, etc. |
Thickness | 0.2–0.5 mm |
Width | 100–2650 mm |
Length | 500–1000 mm |
Earring Rate | ≤ 3% |
Diagonal Tolerance | ≤ 1 mm |
Surface Finish | Mill finish, bright finish, paper interleaved, single/double-side film, etc. |
Applications | Bottle caps, beverage closures, cosmetic lids, etc. |
Temper | Tensile strength (MPa) | Yield strength (MPa) | Elongation (%) | Brinell hardness (HB) |
F | 110-145 | 115(min) | 20(min) | 45 |
H12 | 130-175 | 115 | 2-5 | - |
H14 | 160-205 | 145 | 2-4 | - |
H16 | 185-230 | 170 | 1-3 | 56 |
H18 | 215(min) | 190 | 1-2 | 62 |
H24 | 160-190 | - | 4 | - |
O | 110-155 | - | 16-20 | - |
Alloy | Si | Fe | Cu | Mn | Mg | Cr | Zn | Ti | Other:Each | Other:Tatal | Al |
3105 | 0.6 | 0.7 | 0.3 | 0.3-0.8 | 0.2-0.8 | 0.2 | 0.4 | 0.1 | 0.05 | 0.15 | remainder |
1. Excellent Formability
3105 aluminum coil has superior ductility, capable of withstanding complex processes such as deep drawing, spinning, and stretching. It is suitable for various cap designs, including long caps, short caps, and aluminum-plastic composite caps, offering high production yield.
2. Outstanding Surface Quality
Smooth surface without oil stains or scratches, suitable for anodizing, printing, coating, and other surface treatments—perfect for high-end packaging aesthetics.
3. Strong Corrosion Resistance
Ideal for long-term exposure to humid or alcohol-rich environments in liquor packaging. Ensures extended service life and secure sealing.
4. Eco-Friendly and Recyclable
Aluminum caps are reusable and environmentally sustainable, meeting global environmental standards, especially for export-oriented liquor packaging companies.
5. Excellent Surface Cleanliness
Easy to apply coatings, printing, or branding treatments. Enhances product appearance and marketing.
6. Cost Efficiency
Compared to alternative cap materials, aluminum caps made with 3105 are typically more economical.
Comparison of Common Aluminum Alloys for Bottle Caps (3105 vs. Others)
Alloy | Core Features | Comparison with 3105 | Application |
8011 | Excellent formability, low earing rate, strong paint adhesion; high iron/silicon content | 3105 has higher strength (pressure resistance), 8011 is more suitable for deep drawing; 3105 is used for carbonated beverages, 8011 is used for ordinary wine caps | Wine ROPP anti-theft caps, conventional bottle caps |
3003 | Good elongation and corrosion resistance; slightly higher cost | 3105 has higher strength (containing manganese/magnesium) and lower cost; 3003 is suitable for complex forming, and 3105 is suitable for standard sealing requirements | High tensile requirements bottle cap |
1060 | High purity/flexibility, excellent corrosion resistance; low strength | 3105 has higher strength, 1060 is suitable for low-strength seals (such as medicine covers); 3105 has both strength and corrosion resistance | Medical bottle caps, can caps |
5052 | High strength (containing magnesium), strong corrosion resistance; poor formability, high cost | 3105 is low-cost and easy to process; 5052 is used in harsh environments (such as the ocean), and 3105 is suitable for conventional wine sealing | Can lids, high corrosion resistance requirements |
3004/3104 | Strength/pressure resistance is between 3105 and 5052 | 3105 is more balanced (cost + performance); 3004/3104 is used for caps that require medium strength (such as beer caps) | Beer bottle caps, high sealing requirements |
As a professional aluminum bottle cap material manufacturer, MC Aluminum specializes in the production of 1060, 3104, 3105, 5052, 8011 and other aluminum for bottle caps, and provides 3105 aluminum coils with different tempering states (such as H14, H16) and surface treatments (such as oiling, chroming, and painting) to meet the specific needs of bottle cap manufacturers. Products are exported overseas with excellent quality, factory direct sales, sample provision, and short delivery time, so customers can order with confidence.
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