Stainless steel mesh is the most popular woven screen in the industrial world.
Welded meshes are not woven, but rather the wires are joined by resistance-welding which results in strong, consistent welds which use no filler metal in the joints. It is used when a non-toxic and non-fraying material with a large open is required.
The smallest hole size is about 1/4 inch. These meshes have square openings straight through openings. Stainless steel wire mesh contains chromium and nickel in addition to steel. It is non-magnetic in the annealed condition.
Alloy Type 304 or Type 316
T304 is the basic stainless alloy, and unless otherwise specified it is assumed that this type is acceptable. Also called 18-8 due to 18% chromium and 8% nickel. T304 melts at 2600 degrees F (1430 C) but its maximum recommended temperature for continuous service is 1450 degrees F. (790 C) and is useful for intermediate service up to 1650 degrees F (900 C). Its' uses include: grilles, cages, soffitt screening, protective, retention layer in compound filters.
T316 is a special stainless alloy due to the addition of 2% molybdenum. This increases its resistance to corrosion by salts, acids and seawater. Also called 18-10 due to 18% chromium and 10% nickel. T316 melts at 2500 degrees F (1375 C) but its maximum recommended temperature for continuous service is 1500 degrees F. (815 C) and is useful for intermediate service up to 1650 degrees F (900 C). Its' uses include: processing of oils, chemicals, food and pharmaceuticals etc.
Welded Stainless Wire Mesh - Uses
- Rodent proofing
- Cages
- Food drying
- Reinforcement
- Insulation containment
- Soffitt screens
- Marine uses