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Gold/Tin Alloy Foil (Light Tight) (Au80/Sn20)

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Commodity: Precious Metals Material: Gold/Tin Form: Foil (Light Tight) Composition: Au 80/Sn 20 Opacity: Light Tight
Gold/Tin Alloy Foil (Light Tight) (Au80/Sn20) combines the high-melting-point, fluxless soldering capability, and corrosion resistance of the Au80/Sn20 eutectic with the added assurance of complete light opacity. This ensures not only robust metallurgical bonding but also total optical isolation, critical for photonic devices, aerospace sensors, and hermetically sealed optoelectronic assemblies. With a eutectic melting point around 280 °C, the alloy enables reliable, void-free joints in high-power microwave packaging, laser diode mounts, and sealed sensor modules without flux-induced contamination. The light-tight characteristic eliminates the risk of light leakage, enhancing performance in sensitive imaging and detection systems. In research, it is employed to study interfacial metallurgical reactions under light-sensitive conditions, develop advanced thermal packaging for spaceborne optics, and optimize joining techniques for harsh environments. The combination of metallurgical precision, optical sealing, and environmental stability makes this material indispensable for cutting-edge industrial and scientific applications.
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Material Properties

Thermal Properties
Element Value
Melting point( C ) 280
Thermal conductivity( W m⁻¹ K⁻¹ ) 57@23°C
Coefficient of thermal expansion( x10⁻⁶ K⁻¹ ) 16@20-100°C
Mechanical Properties
Element Value
Shear strength( MPa ) 270-280
Tensile strength( MPa ) 270-280
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Commodity: Precious Metals Material: Gold/Tin Form: Foil (Light Tight) Composition: Au 80/Sn 20 Opacity: Light Tight

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Foil (Light Tight)
Thickness <0.01mm ±25%
Thickness 0.01mm - 0.05mm ±15%
Thickness >0.05mm ±10%
Linear dimension <100mm ±1mm
Linear dimension >=100mm +2 / -1%