Alu*Flake

High-performance aluminium based industrial glitter with high temperature resistance.

Key Features

  • Precision-cut aluminium foil glitter with outstanding reflectivity

  • Heat-resistant up to 287°C (550°F) – retains colour and brilliance under extreme temperature conditions

  • Solvent and fade-resistant – ideal for long-term durability

  • Perfectly suited to plastic applications including injection moulding, roto-moulding & extrusion

  • Designed for challenging industrial requirements where both maximum durability and high-performance are essential

Applications

Trusted across industries for high-temperature, solvent-resistant applications.

  • Plastics  – Injection moulding, roto-moulding, & extrusion systems

  • Automotive & Marine – Higher-heat surfaces, custom coatings, metallic effects

  • Inks, Paints & Adhesives – Printing, industrial-grade coatings, vinyl applications

Technical Performance

Designed for industrial-grade durability in high-heat and solvent-based systems.

  • Lightfastness: 400+ hours of exposure with no discernible colour change

  • Temperature Resistance: Withstands up to 287°C (550°F)

  • Suspension Properties: Stays evenly dispersed in paints, gels, resins, adhesives, etc

  • Chemical Resistance: Proven to be highly resistant against water, MEK, MIBK, alcohol, high-flash naphtha and other commercial solvents

Glitter Particle Sizes for Standard Hexagonal Shape*

mm

Inches


.002”

0.05mm


.004”

.0.1mm


.006”

0.15mm


Inches

mm


.015”

0.38mm


.040”

1mm


.063”

1.55mm


.094”

2.39mm


0.2mm

.008”


*Other shapes and random cut .35”/0.89mm offered on request, but not available in all glitter types. Note that minimum order quantities may apply to certain sizes in particular colours or glitter types.

Why Choose Alu*Flake?

Designed for high-temperature, high-performance applications

Exceptional reflectivity and durability

Resistant to solvents, fading, and chemical exposure