How to Choose an Aluminum Lid Size: A Guide to 21 Standard Sizes
How to Choose an Aluminum Lid Size: A Guide to 21 Standard Sizes
Start with the container opening diameter, then check the lid height. A lid that matches the opening diameter but not the height can still fit poorly, and a lid chosen by diameter alone can be the wrong fit for a different container. Confirm the chosen lid with a sample before bulk production. The standard MOQ is 5,000 pcs per SKU, samples usually take 3–7 days, and bulk production usually takes 15–20 days after sample approval.
Standard aluminum lid sizes
| Product | Size |
|---|---|
| 18×13 Aluminum Lid | 18×13 mm |
| 20×13.5 Aluminum Lid | 20×13.5 mm |
| 24×15/17 Aluminum Lid | 24×15/17 mm |
| 28×13.5/15 Aluminum Lid | 28×13.5/15 mm |
| 28×16.5 Aluminum Lid | 28×16.5 mm |
| 32×13.5 Aluminum Lid | 32×13.5 mm |
| 38×11.5 Aluminum Lid | 38×11.5 mm |
| 38×16.5 Aluminum Lid | 38×16.5 mm |
| 44×10 Aluminum Lid | 44×10 mm |
| 46.5×11.5 Aluminum Lid | 46.5×11.5 mm |
| 47×11.5 Aluminum Lid | 47×11.5 mm |
| 52×12 Aluminum Lid | 52×12 mm |
| 55×12.5 Aluminum Lid | 55×12.5 mm |
| 57×12 Aluminum Lid | 57×12 mm |
| 57×13 Aluminum Lid | 57×13 mm |
| 68×13.5 Aluminum Lid | 68×13.5 mm |
| 70×11 Aluminum Lid | 70×11 mm |
| 83×12.5 Aluminum Lid | 83×12.5 mm |
| 84×12 Aluminum Lid | 84×12 mm |
| 88×15 Aluminum Lid | 88×15 mm |
| 89×14.5 Aluminum Lid | 89×14.5 mm |
Step 1: Match the diameter to the container opening
Use the container opening diameter as the first filter. The first number in each size in the table above is the diameter. A lid with a smaller diameter than the opening will not cover it, and a lid with a much larger diameter will not sit correctly. Measure the opening, not the outside of the container body, before choosing a size.
Step 2: Check the height
The second number in each size is the height. Two lids can share a diameter and differ in height, for example 57×12 and 57×13, or 38×11.5 and 38×16.5. Check the height against the container rim and against how the closed container will be stored and labeled. If the standard heights do not fit, in-house mold development can design and tool a custom diameter, height, or shape, and mold development typically adds 7–15 days before mass production.
Step 3: Confirm the fit with a sample, not by diameter alone
Do not assume a lid fits a particular box only because the diameters look close. The factory file lists lids and boxes separately and does not state lid-to-box pairings, so a pairing must be confirmed, not inferred. Order a sample of the chosen lid, fit it to the actual container, and check the closure, the seal, and the appearance before bulk production.
Step 4: Plan MOQ, samples, and production time
Use the FAQ figures for planning:
- Standard MOQ: 5,000 pcs per SKU. Smaller trial orders may be available depending on the product.
- Sample production: Usually 3–7 days.
- Bulk production: 15–20 days after sample approval.
- Custom mold development: Typically adds 7–15 days before mass production.
A practical order is: confirm lid size and container fit, approve a sample, then confirm bulk production.
FAQ
What is the MOQ for an aluminum lid?
The standard MOQ is 5,000 pcs per SKU. Smaller trial orders may be available depending on the product, so confirm volume before ordering.
How do I know a lid will fit my container?
Match the lid diameter to the container opening first, check the lid height second, and confirm the fit with a sample on the actual container. Do not rely on diameter similarity alone.
Can I order a custom aluminum lid size?
Yes. In-house mold development can design and tool a custom diameter, height, or shape. Confirm the final dimensions with a sample before bulk production.
What finishes and printing are available?
The FAQ lists silver, matte, brushed, polished, and custom color finishes, with silk screen, laser engraving, or offset printing, plus embossing and debossing. Confirm finish and printing for the chosen lid size before ordering.
What should I send for a quotation?
Send the lid size, the container opening diameter, quantity per SKU, finish and printing if needed, and whether a sample is needed first. See all standard options on the products page at https://www.aluminumtin.com/products, and send the request through the contact page at https://www.aluminumtin.com/contact. The FAQ page is https://www.aluminumtin.com/faq.
