CDL Easy Open Ends — Lightweight & Sustainable
CDL (Counterpressure Deep Lightening) ends reduce metal weight while maintaining excellent buckle strength and seaming performance. They are the preferred choice for brands focused on lightweighting, cost control and sustainability metrics.
202 CDL SOT Main Specifications
| End Code | 202 CDL SOT |
|---|---|
| End Type | Stay-on-Tab (SOT) |
| Diameter | 59.44 mm |
| Profile | CDL |
| Alloy & Temper | 5182-H48 |
| Shell Gauge | 0.208 ± 0.005 mm |
| Tab Gauge | 0.279 ± 0.005 mm |
| Coating | Epoxy / BPA-NI internal & external |
| MOQ | 1 × 40′HQ or mixed load |
| Ends per Pallet | 203,490 |
| Ends per 40HQ | 8,139,600 |
Available CDL End Models
| End Code | Diameter | Tab Type | Buckle Rating | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 202 CDL SOT | 59.44 mm | Stay-on-Tab | ≥88 PSI (≥610 kPa) | Craft beer, sparkling water |
| 202 CDL RPT | 59.44 mm | Ring Pull Tab | ≥88 PSI (≥610 kPa)* | Premium juices, cold-fill teas |
| 200 CDL SOT | 57.00 mm | Stay-on-Tab | ≥88 PSI (≥610 kPa) | Slim energy formulas |
| 200 CDL RPT | 57.00 mm | Ring Pull Tab | ≥88 PSI (≥610 kPa) | Slim wine, premium seltzers |
*202 CDL RPT values are derived from comparable CDL/RPT specs; confirm before production.
Why CDL?
- Lower aluminum usage per end versus traditional B64 profiles.
- Reduced shipping weight and carbon footprint per thousand units.
- Reliable performance for pasteurized and cold-fill beverages.
- Clean opening with consistent score-line break.
Applications
CDL ends work best for moderately carbonated products such as craft beer, sparkling water, premium juices and ready-to-drink teas. For high-pressure applications above 95 PSI, consider 202 B64 SOT ends.
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