Tinplate Coil for Can Making - Cold Rolled Electrolytic Tin Coated Steel Coil

Tianjin TISCO International Trade Co., Ltd.

Verified Custom manufacturer 5yrs

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Technical Specifications of Tinplate Coil for Can Making

Property	Parameter	Description
Product Name	Tinplate Coil for Can Making	Electrolytic tinplate steel for food and beverage packaging
Material Grade	T1-T5 (ASTM A623) / EN 10202 / JIS G3303	International grade standards for tinplate
Base Steel Type	MR (Single Reduced) / DR (Double Reduced)	Manufacturing process classification
Standard Compliance	ASTM A623, EN 10202, JIS G3303, GB/T 2520	Meets international tinplate standards
Tin Coating Weight	2.8 - 11.2 g/m² (E2.8 to E11.2)	Equal or differential coating on both sides
Base Steel Thickness	0.15 - 0.50 mm	Standard thickness range for can manufacturing
Coil Width	600 - 1050 mm	Standard and custom widths available
Coil Weight	3 - 12 tons	Standard coil weight for container production
Temper Grade	T1, T2, T2.5, T3, T4, T5, DR8, DR9	Hardness levels for different can types
Tensile Strength	300 - 550 MPa (varies by temper)	Mechanical strength per temper grade
Surface Finish	Bright, Stone, Silver, Matte	Multiple finish options for printing requirements
Passivation Treatment	311, 311C, 314, 315	Chromium oxide coating for corrosion resistance
Oil Coating	DOS (Dioctyl Sebacate) / Acetyl Tributyl Citrate	Food-grade lubrication for forming
Application	Food cans, beverage cans, aerosol cans, paint cans	Suitable for 2-piece and 3-piece can production
Corrosion Resistance	Excellent with passivation layer	Protects contents and extends shelf life
Certification	ISO 9001, FDA, REACH, RoHS	Food-contact safety certifications
Packaging	Eye-to-sky or eye-to-wall on wooden pallet	Export-standard moisture-proof packaging
MOQ	25 tons	Minimum order quantity per specification

Tinplate Coil for Can Making - Cold Rolled Electrolytic Tin Coated Steel Coil

Tinplate coil for can making represents a specialized cold-rolled steel substrate with electrolytic tin coating, engineered specifically for food and beverage container manufacturing. This premium-grade material combines the structural integrity of low-carbon steel with the corrosion resistance of pure tin, making it the preferred choice for food packaging manufacturers, beverage can producers, and aerosol container fabricators worldwide. With coating weights ranging from 2.8 to 11.2 g/m² per side and base steel thickness from 0.15mm to 0.49mm, these coils deliver exceptional formability and weld performance critical for high-speed can production lines.

What is Tinplate Coil for Can Making?

Tinplate coil for can making is a thin cold-rolled steel strip electroplated with a thin layer of tin on both surfaces, manufactured according to ASTM A623 and EN 10202 standards. The base material consists of low-carbon steel with carbon content limited to 0.13% maximum, ensuring optimal ductility for deep drawing operations required in two-piece and three-piece can manufacturing processes.

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Tinplate Coil for Can Making Technical Specifications

Our tinplate coils comply with ASTM A623M-17 Grade MR and EN 10202:2001 standards. Base steel thickness ranges from 0.15mm to 0.49mm with tolerance of ±0.01mm. Tin coating weight options include E2.8/2.8, E5.6/5.6, and E11.2/11.2 (g/m² per side). Temper grades available: T-1 through T-5, with T-3 and T-4 being most common for can body applications. Surface finish options include bright, stone, silver, and matte per customer requirements.

Why Choose Our Tinplate Coil for Can Making

We maintain mill-direct partnerships with ISO 9001:2015 certified tinplate manufacturers in China, ensuring consistent quality and factory-competitive pricing. Our tinplate coils feature uniform tin coating distribution verified by coulometric testing per ASTM A624, superior passivation treatment for enhanced shelf life, and chromium treatment weight of 10-20 mg/m² for optimal lacquer adhesion. All coils undergo rigorous inspection including coating weight verification, surface quality assessment, and mechanical property testing with full material test certificates provided.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ)?

Our standard MOQ for tinplate coil is 25 metric tons per specification. For established customers or trial orders, we can accommodate 10-ton minimum quantities with adjusted pricing. Mixed container loading of different coating weights is available for orders exceeding 50 tons.

Do you provide material test certificates?

Yes, we supply comprehensive mill test certificates (MTC) per EN 10204 3.1 standard with every shipment. Certificates include chemical composition analysis, mechanical properties (yield strength, tensile strength, elongation), tin coating weight verification, and surface treatment specifications. Third-party inspection by SGS or BV can be arranged upon request.

What is the typical delivery time?

For stock specifications (T-3 and T-4 temper with E5.6/5.6 coating), delivery time is 15-20 days from order confirmation. Custom specifications requiring special production runs typically require 35-45 days. Express production can be arranged for urgent orders with 10-15 day lead time at premium rates.

Can you cut to custom sizes?

Our service center provides precision slitting services for coil widths from 600mm to 1250mm with tolerance of ±1mm. Cut-to-length sheets are available in sizes up to 1250mm × 2500mm. We also offer blanking services for specific can end dimensions with progressive die cutting capabilities for high-volume orders exceeding 100,000 pieces.

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Get a Competitive Quote for Tinplate Coil for Can Making

Contact our technical sales team for current mill-direct pricing on tinplate coil for can making. We provide customized quotations based on your specific requirements including coating weight, temper grade, coil dimensions, and annual volume commitments. Our metallurgical experts offer complimentary consultation on material selection for your can manufacturing applications, ensuring optimal performance and cost-effectiveness for your production requirements.

Ratings & Reviews

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Based on 8 reviews for verified purchases

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John Smith

United States

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2025-08-22

Perfect Material for Two-Piece Beverage Can Bodies
Sourced 42 tons of 0.22mm T-3 tinplate with bright finish and E5.6/5.6 coating for our new beverage can line commissioning. ASTM A624 coulometric test results showed exceptional coating uniformity - critical for our 2400 cans/minute production speed. Carbon content at 0.09% provided ideal ductility for deep drawing operations. Supplier's metallurgical team provided detailed forming recommendations that reduced our setup time by 40%. Material arrived in 16 days with full traceability documentation. This is our sixth order totaling 180 tons this year. Outstanding partnership for high-volume can manufacturing operations.

Robert Brown

United Kingdom

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2025-09-13

Acceptable Quality with Delivery Delay Resolved
Purchased 15 tons of 0.19mm tinplate coils with E5.6/5.6 coating for beverage can trial production. Material quality was acceptable - tin coating weight verified at 5.4-5.8 g/m² range. Initial delivery was delayed by 12 days due to production scheduling issues at mill. Supplier proactively communicated situation and offered 5% price reduction as compensation. Final product performed adequately in our forming tests with 96% yield rate. MTC documentation was complete per EN 10204 3.1. Would order again for non-urgent requirements given competitive pricing.

William Taylor

Australia

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2025-10-05

Solid Quality Tinplate for Specialty Container Projects
Ordered 12 tons of 0.26mm T-5 temper tinplate with matte finish for custom industrial container project. Material met all specified mechanical properties with yield strength at 385 MPa. Compared quotes from 4 suppliers - this offer was mid-range pricing but included free slitting to our required 650mm width. Packaging could be improved - noticed minor edge damage on 3 coils due to insufficient protective wrapping. Supplier quickly provided 15% discount on affected material. Overall good experience for trial order, considering larger volume for next project.

Ahmed Al-Hassan

UAE

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2025-10-27

Reliable Supply for Food Can End Production
Purchased 30 tons of 0.17mm tinplate with E2.8/2.8 coating specifically for easy-open can ends. Material certificates included complete tensile strength data (340 MPa) and elongation values (34%). Slitting service provided precise 890mm width with ±0.5mm tolerance, perfect for our stamping dies. Supplier arranged SGS inspection at loading port as requested. Transit time to Dubai was 26 days via sea freight. Quality consistency allows us to maintain 2200 cans/minute production speed without adjustment. Excellent technical support throughout order process.

Carlos Silva

Brazil

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2025-11-19

Premium Stone Finish Tinplate for Paint Can Applications
This is our fourth order - 18 tons of 0.24mm stone finish tinplate with E8.4/8.4 coating for paint and chemical containers. Coulometric testing results showed tin coating deviation less than ±0.2 g/m² across entire coil width. Stone finish texture provides excellent lacquer adhesion for our internal coating process. Supplier provided complimentary material selection consultation, recommending T-3 temper instead of T-4 for our specific draw ratios. Delivered 5 days ahead of 40-day schedule. Consistent quality across all shipments.

Hans Mueller

Germany

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2025-12-08

Good Value T-4 Tinplate for Aerosol Containers
Ordered 22 tons of T-4 temper, 0.23mm thickness with E5.6/5.6 coating for aerosol can production. Material quality met ASTM A623M Grade MR specifications. Pricing was 8% lower than European mills while maintaining comparable quality standards. Minor issue with coil edge trimming on 2 coils, but supplier arranged immediate replacement without cost. Delivery took 42 days including customs clearance. Would prefer faster lead times, but overall solid supplier for cost-sensitive projects.

James Wilson

United Kingdom

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2025-12-23

Outstanding Quality for Three-Piece Can Manufacturing
Purchased 35 tons of 0.18mm tinplate coils with E11.2/11.2 coating for food can bodies. EN 10202 certificates provided complete chemical composition and mechanical properties data. Surface finish was bright grade with no visible stone marks or scratches. Welding performance exceeded expectations - seam strength tested at 520 N/15mm width. Technical team responded within 4 hours regarding passivation treatment specifications. Lacquer adhesion testing showed chromium treatment at optimal 15 mg/m². Highly recommend for food-grade applications.

Michael Chen

Singapore

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2026-01-07

Excellent T-3 Tinplate Coils for High-Speed Can Lines
Ordered 28 tons of T-3 temper tinplate with E5.6/5.6 coating, 0.21mm thickness for our beverage can production. Material certificates confirmed tin coating uniformity within ±0.3 g/m², carbon content at 0.11%. Formability testing showed excellent deep drawing performance with zero cracking at 8mm draw depth. Delivered in 18 days with proper wooden pallet packaging. Our production line achieved 98.7% yield rate, significantly higher than previous supplier. Third order this year, will continue partnership.