Soft 12mic PE metalized film for apples and grape, fruit reflective
film
Introduction
PE reflective film for orchards is an agricultural covering film
made of polyethylene (PE) with a specially treated surface (such as
aluminum plating). It is primarily used to improve light conditions
in orchards..
The thickness of PE fruit tree reflective film is usually between
10-50 micrometers (μm), with commonly used thicknesses including 12
micrometers, 15 micrometers, 20 micrometers, 25 micrometers, and 30
micrometers.
PE metalized film character
1. High Reflectivity: The surface is aluminum-plated or specially
treated, achieving a reflectivity of 70%-90%. It reflects
ground-scattered light to the lower and middle parts of fruit trees
and the shaded side of the fruit, compensating for insufficient
light within the canopy.
2. Material Suitable for Agricultural Environments: Made of
polyethylene (PE), it is lightweight, thin, and flexible. It is
easy to cut, lay, and recycle, conforming to orchard terrain and
not easily damaged by friction from branches.
3. Balance of Durability and Practicality: It possesses a certain
degree of weather resistance, able to withstand outdoor sun, rain,
and light winds. Different thicknesses (10-50μm) correspond to
different levels of durability; thinner versions (12-15μm) are
suitable for short-term use, while thicker versions (25-30μm) can
be reused for 1-2 seasons.
What is the typical lifespan of reflective film for fruit trees?
1. Lifespan by Usage Scenarios
Short-term concentrated use: For fruit coloring stages such as
apples and pears (1-3 months before harvest), thin films (12-15μm)
are mostly for single use and recycled after use.
Long-term/reusable use: Thick films (25-30μm and above) with an
anti-UV coating can withstand repeated sun and rain exposure and
can be reused for 1-2 growing seasons.
2. Key Factors Affecting Lifespan
Thickness is key: Thin films (10-15μm) are prone to aging and
damage, with a lifespan of less than one month; thicker films (20μm
and above) have improved durability and a lifespan extended to 2-3
months or longer.
Environmental damage: Strong ultraviolet rays, heavy rain, strong
winds, or mechanical friction in orchards will accelerate the aging
and cracking of the film, shortening its lifespan.
Material and manufacturing processes: High-quality products with
added anti-UV agents and a thickened aluminum coating have a
lifespan 30%-50% longer than ordinary PE films.
