Aluminum Foil for Air Conditioner

Aluminum foil plays an important role in air conditioning systems. Air conditioner aluminum foil is mainly used in heat exchange equipment and has advantages such as good coating performance, high adhesion, good hydrophilicity, and excellent corrosion resistance. In addition, aluminum foil is often used to wrap air conditioning coils, thereby improving their efficiency and lifespan.

Aluminum Foil for Air Conditioner Functions

1. Preventing Air Leakage

• Function: Aluminum foil acts as a barrier to prevent air from leaking out of the ducts, maintaining airtightness.
• Advantage: Reduces the loss of cold or hot air, lowering energy consumption.

2. Insulating Ducts

• Function: Aluminum foil insulates the ducts in the air conditioning system, blocking heat transfer.
• Advantage: Maintains the temperature inside the ducts, reduces energy loss, and improves system efficiency.

3. Enhancing Heat Transfer Efficiency

• Function: Wrapping the air conditioning coils enhances the transfer of heat.
• Advantage: Improves the working efficiency of the air conditioning system and extends the equipment's lifespan.

4. Improving Humidity Control

• Function: Controls the humidity levels within the air conditioning system.
• Advantage: Optimizes the performance of the air conditioning system.

Haomei Aluminum Foil for Air Conditioner Specification

As a leading air conditioner aluminum foil manufacturer, Haomei Aluminum offers a variety of high-quality products, including hydrophilic aluminum foil, hydrophobic aluminum foil, coated aluminum foil, fin stock, HVAC system aluminum foil tubes, and air duct insulation tape.

Typical Surface Treatments for Air Conditioner Aluminum Foil

Hydrophilic Aluminum Foil

Hydrophilic Aluminum Foil has a water-attracting coating that helps distribute water evenly across the surface. This improves the heat exchange efficiency by enhancing the condensation process.

• Type: Hydrophilic coating.
• Function: Allows moisture from hot air to spread easily and flow down the surface.
• Effect: Increases heat exchange efficiency, prevents water droplet "bridging, " and saves energy.

Hydrophobic Aluminum Foil

Hydrophobic Aluminum Foil is treated with a coating to repel water, preventing it from adhering to the surface. This helps reduce moisture accumulation and subsequent corrosion.

• Type: Hydrophobic coating.
• Function: Prevents condensation water from adhering to the aluminum foil surface.
• Effect: Avoids the impact of water droplets on heat exchange efficiency and maintains system performance.

Epoxy-Coated Aluminum Foil

• Epoxy-coated aluminum foil is treated with an epoxy resin coating that provides additional corrosion protection and enhances bonding performance.
• Function: Enhances the corrosion resistance of the aluminum foil.
• Effect: Extends the lifespan of the aluminum foil, particularly suitable for harsh environments.

Bare Aluminum Foil

Bare Aluminum Foil is the most basic form of air conditioner aluminum foil, without any additional coatings or treatments. Bare Aluminum Foil is usually made from 1100 or 1200 O temper alloys and is known for its excellent thermal conductivity, lightweight, and flexibility.

Haomei Popular Air Conditioner Foil Aluminum Alloy Series

8011 O H22 H24 Air Conditioner Aluminum Foil

8011 aluminum foil is known for its excellent corrosion resistance and strength. It comes in various tempers, such as O (soft), H22, and H24, which indicate different levels of hardness and strength.

Applications of 8011 Air Conditioner Aluminum Foil

• Heat Exchangers: Used in the production of heat exchanger fins due to its excellent thermal conductivity and corrosion resistance.
• Evaporators: Used for evaporator fins, ensuring efficient heat exchange and durability.

3102 H26 Aluminum Foil for Air Conditioners

3102 aluminum foil is known for its strength and corrosion resistance, with the H26 temper indicating high strength.

Applications of 3102 Air Conditioner Aluminum Foil

• Condensers: Used for fins in air conditioner condensers, enhancing heat efficiency and durability.
• Evaporators: Also used for evaporator fins, ensuring effective heat exchange and resistance to environmental factors.

8006 O H22 Aluminum Foil for Air Conditioners

8006 aluminum foil is often used in applications requiring good formability and heat resistance. O temper: Soft and elastic, suitable for applications that require easy bending and forming. H22 temper: Provides higher strength, suitable for more demanding applications.

Applications of 8006 Air Conditioner Aluminum Foil

• Tubes and Connectors: Used in the manufacturing of tubes and connectors in air conditioning systems, with good ductility and flexibility.
• Heat Exchanger Fins: Used in the production of fins, ensuring good flexibility and thermal performance.

1100/1200 Air Conditioner Aluminum Foil

1100 and 1200 aluminum foil are known for their excellent corrosion resistance and good thermal conductivity. These grades are commonly used in applications requiring high ductility.

Applications of 1100 and 1200 Aluminum Foil in Air Conditioners

• Heat Exchangers: Used in heat exchangers due to their excellent thermal conductivity and corrosion resistance.
• Insulation: Used in various insulation applications due to their flexibility and resistance to environmental factors.

4343/3003/4045 Composite Aluminum Foil

4343/3003/4045 Composite Aluminum Foil combines different aluminum alloys to enhance performance characteristics. Typically, 4343, 3003, and 4045 alloys are used in layers to optimize thermal conductivity, strength, and corrosion resistance.

Applications of 4343/3003/4045 Air Conditioner Aluminum Foil

• Heat Exchanger Fins: Composite aluminum foil is used for heat exchanger fins due to its excellent thermal performance and ease of fabrication.
• Cooling Devices: Suitable for general air conditioning radiators and cooling devices due to its good weldability and corrosion resistance.

Air Conditioner Aluminum Foil Mechanical Properties

Air Conditioner Aluminum Foil Chemical Composition

Advantages of Haomei Air Conditioning Aluminum Foil

1. Excellent Aluminum Foil Shape and Surface Quality

• Stable shape: The aluminum foil maintains good shape, with no pinholes, scratches, dents, oil stains, or dust impurities on the surface.
• Uniform thickness: Ensures consistent thickness of each roll of aluminum foil, guaranteeing uniformity during processing and use.

2. Excellent Performance

• Good ductility: Able to meet processing requirements of different shapes and sizes.
• Excellent corrosion resistance: Includes resistance to alkali, salt spray corrosion, and humidity, ensuring long-term use in various environmental conditions.

3. Advantages of Coated Aluminum Foil

• Strong adhesion: The coated aluminum foil has excellent adhesion, ensuring that the coating does not easily fall off.
• Uniform thickness: The coating thickness is consistent, providing stable performance.
• Good corrosion resistance: The coated aluminum foil exhibits excellent corrosion resistance in various environments, extending its service life.

Note: The excellent hydrophilicity of hydrophilic aluminum foil: The initial hydrophilicity is a < 100, and after environmental testing, the hydrophilicity remains a < 250, ensuring effectiveness and reliability in humid environments.

Applications of Air Conditioning Aluminum Foil

1. Evaporator

Function: Bare aluminum foil is used to enhance heat transfer effects.

Characteristics: The aluminum foil is usually very thin and designed with a corrugated pattern to increase surface area, improving heat exchange efficiency.

2. Condenser

Function: Hydrophilic aluminum foil is specially treated to increase water absorption and heat transfer efficiency.

Characteristics: By enhancing the surface’s hydrophilicity, energy consumption is reduced, and heat exchange performance is improved.

3. Heat Exchanger

Function: Aluminum foil is a key component of the heat exchanger, enhancing heat transfer between two fluids.

Characteristics: Effectively improves heat transfer efficiency, optimizing the performance of the heat exchanger.

4. Air Conditioning Fin Material

Common alloy grades: 1100, 1200, 8011, 8021, 8079, etc.

Function: Aluminum fins provide a large surface area in contact with the air, promoting effective heat transfer.

Characteristics: Aluminum foils of these alloy grades are widely used in air conditioning systems' fin manufacturing due to their good thermal conductivity and corrosion resistance.

5. Air Conditioning Aluminum Foil Tape

Function: Used as single-sided tape in HVAC systems, providing strong sealing and adhesion.

Characteristics: Ideal for sealing central air conditioning ducts and pipe joints, with excellent weather and moisture resistance, ensuring long-term reliable sealing.

6. Air Conditioning Duct Aluminum Foil Tape

Function: Specially designed for insulating air conditioning refrigerant pipes.

Characteristics: It has excellent insulation and corrosion resistance, used for reinforcing and insulating pipes, preventing heat loss, and maintaining system stability.

7. Other Applications

Function: Includes various HVAC-related uses, such as pipe protection and system insulation.

Characteristics: Aluminum foil material plays a key role in air conditioning manufacturing and maintenance, providing a variety of practical solutions.

Common Questions about Air Conditioning Aluminum Foil

1. What are the hydrophilic and hydrophobic coatings on aluminum foil?

Hydrophilic coating makes aluminum foil absorbent, aiding in heat transfer and moisture control. Hydrophobic coating repels water, preventing the aluminum foil from absorbing moisture and promoting the formation of water droplets.

2. What are the advantages of hydrophilic aluminum foil in air conditioning systems?

Hydrophilic foil can enhance heat transfer efficiency, improve dehumidification performance, and prevent corrosion of fins and coils.

3. How should hydrophilic and hydrophobic coatings be maintained?

Hydrophilic and hydrophobic coatings may wear off over time due to environmental factors. Regular inspection and re-coating may be required as necessary.

4. Can aluminum foil from old air conditioning components be recycled?

Yes, aluminum foil from old air conditioning components can be recycled. Aluminum has a high recycling rate and can be used to produce new aluminum foil and other aluminum products.