7-Micron 8079 Flexible Aluminum Foil is an ultra-thin, high-performance aluminum foil product widely used in flexible packaging and laminated structures. Alloy 8079 belongs to the 8xxx series, primarily alloyed with iron (Fe) and small amounts of other elements to enhance strength while maintaining excellent flexibility. At a thickness of just 7 microns, this foil represents one of the thinnest commercially produced aluminum foil gauges for industrial applications.
Despite its ultra-thin profile, 8079 aluminum foil offers excellent mechanical strength and elongation compared with other high-purity foil grades. Its optimized alloy composition improves tensile strength and puncture resistance, making it suitable for demanding flexible packaging applications where structural integrity is critical.
One of the key advantages of 7-micron 8079 flexible aluminum foil is its superior barrier performance. Even at extremely low thickness, it effectively blocks moisture, oxygen, light, and contaminants. This high barrier capability makes it an essential material in multi-layer laminated packaging structures used for food, pharmaceutical, and aseptic packaging.
The foil also demonstrates good flexibility and fold resistance, enabling it to withstand repeated bending without cracking. Its smooth surface quality supports lamination with plastic films such as PET, PE, BOPP, and PA, ensuring strong adhesion and stable converting performance. Additionally, 8079 aluminum foil offers good corrosion resistance and compatibility with printing and coating processes.