Tin Free Steel (TFS/ECCS) manufcturer

Tin Free Steel (TFS), also known as Electrolytic Chromium-Coated Steel (ECCS), is a chromium-coated cold-rolled steel sheet or coil offering excellent corrosion resistance and paint adhesion, widely used for can ends, lids, closures, and various industrial packaging.

Tin Free Steel (TFS/ECCS) Overview

Tin free steel (TFS / ECCS) is a chromium-coated steel sheet providing corrosion resistance and excellent paint or coating adhesion. It is widely used for can ends, lids, closures, and industrial packaging components. Sheets and coils are available to support a variety of downstream processing methods.

Material & Surface Characteristics

The chromium-coated surface offers durability, surface flatness, and compatibility with stamping, forming, and coating operations. TFS maintains mechanical stability throughout processing, ensuring reliable performance in both food and industrial packaging applications.

Specification Range

TFS is available in sheet or coil form, with thickness, width, and surface finish adapted according to customer or production requirements. The material is suitable for various forming, stamping, and coating processes, maintaining consistent quality across all formats.

Specification

Product FormSheets, Coils
ThicknessAdjustable per customer/processing requirements
WidthCustomizable based on production needs
Surface FinishSmooth, Matte, Chrome-coated
CoatingChromium layer applied; thickness adapted to application
HardnessAdjustable for forming and stamping processes
DeliveryCoil or sheet packaging, moisture-proof, palletized or bulk

Frequently Asked Questions

TFS is used for can ends, lids, closures, and industrial packaging where corrosion resistance and paint adhesion are required.

Yes, the surface is compatible with printing, coating, or varnishing processes.

Both thickness and width can be tailored to meet customer or downstream processing requirements.

Sheets and coils are protected against moisture and edge damage, with palletized or bulk shipment options.

Inspections include surface condition, coating uniformity, and mechanical properties to ensure performance in forming and downstream operations.

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