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Open-Cell Aluminum Foam, 5–6 mm Pore Size, 100 × 100 × 5 mm, 5/10 pcs
Research-grade laboratory product
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TAILORED SOLUTIONS FOR RESEARCH
For pore-size selection, sheet-dimension confirmation, package support or application-specific guidance, contact our engineering sales team.
EMAIL: inquiry@atomfair.com
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Manufacturer: Atomfair LLC
Brand: ATOMFAIR®
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Open-cell aluminum foam sheets require storage in a clean, dry area to prevent damage. The cellular surface must be protected from heavy impact, crushing, and contamination.
- Environmental and Physical Protection: Store sheets in a clean, dry environment and protect from physical damage and contamination.
This procedure describes the recommended handling and storage steps for open-cell aluminum foam sheets. Following these steps ensures the material remains in usable condition for research applications.
- Inspect Package
Inspect the package upon delivery for any signs of damage. - Verify Dimensions and Pore Structure
Verify the sheet dimensions and examine the visible pore structure. - Store in Clean Dry Area
Store the sheets in a clean, dry environment. - Protect from Impact and Contamination
Handle the sheets with care to avoid heavy impact, crushing, or contamination.
What is the difference between porosity and open-cell rate for this aluminum foam?
Porosity (70–90% typical) refers to the total void fraction within the foam, including both interconnected and isolated pores. Open-cell rate (55–65% typical) specifically indicates the proportion of pores that are interconnected, forming continuous passages through the sheet. This distinction is critical for applications requiring fluid flow or light transmission, as only the open-cell fraction contributes to permeability.
Can this open-cell aluminum foam sheet be cut or ordered in custom dimensions?
Yes, custom dimensions are available upon consultation. The standard sheet size is 100 × 100 × 5 mm, but for dimensional feasibility review, you can provide target length, width, thickness, pore-size range, and estimated quantity to the engineering sales team. Contact inquiry@atomfair.com for tailored solutions.
What are the recommended storage and handling conditions for this aluminum foam sheet?
Store the sheets in a clean, dry area and protect the cellular surface from heavy impact, crushing, and contamination. After delivery, inspect package condition, sheet dimensions, and visible pore structure before cutting, bonding, or installing the material to ensure structural integrity.
This open-cell aluminum foam sheet with 5–6 mm pore size and 5 mm thickness provides a rigid, interconnected porous medium suitable for heat-transfer, filtration, and acoustic studies, with typical porosity of 70–90% and open-cell rate of 55–65%.
Positive
- Interconnected open-pore network: The continuous open passages through the metallic cellular structure support airflow, fluid passage, and light transmission, enabling versatile lab integration for heat dissipation or filtration studies.
- Lightweight rigid aluminum framework: The foamed aluminum alloy provides a rigid yet lightweight porous medium that can be cut to fit and integrated into test fixtures, prototype housings, or layered assemblies without significant mass loading.
Trade-offs
- Susceptible to crushing and contamination: The cellular surface must be stored in a clean, dry area and protected from heavy impact or crushing, as the open-cell structure is mechanically fragile and can be deformed or clogged under improper handling.
- Requires confirmation of operating environment: The aluminum alloy framework may not be chemically compatible with all media or temperatures; users must verify the intended medium, mounting method, and surrounding conditions before deployment to avoid corrosion or structural failure.
Every advanced material, component, equipment, and instrument in our catalog is backed by rigorous testing. We maintain strict internal quality management frameworks and align with CE conformity metrics to deliver transparent, reproducible performance data via our public open-science repository.
To request raw batch performance data, submit formal vendor registration paperwork, or execute a fast-turnaround R&D manufacturing loop, contact us at inquiry@atomfair.com.
Item is dispatched under the Atomfair Shipping & Delivery Framework (Free worldwide shipping on orders over $59 USD excl. heavy equipment). Return is governed by the Atomfair Return & Refund Policy (7-day technical return window).








