Stainless Steel Filter Wire Mesh Screens

Common Specifications and Sizes of Stainless Steel Filter Wire Mesh Screens
Stainless Steel Filter Wire Mesh Screens are indispensable in numerous
industries, renowned for their exceptional durability, corrosion resistance,
and high-temperature tolerance. Crafted from premium stainless steel types such
as 304 and 316, these screens offer excellent corrosion resistance and are
suitable for a wide array of applications including general industrial use,
marine environments, and pharmaceutical manufacturing. Available in a variety
of mesh counts from coarse to ultra-fine, and in multiple shapes and sizes,
they can handle temperatures up to 800°C and meet stringent industry standards
such as ASTM and ISO. Commonly utilized in water treatment, chemical
processing, food and beverage production, and environmental protection, these
screens ensure precise filtration and separation with high efficiency, low
pressure drop, and long service life. Their adaptability to extreme
environments and ability to be configured to specific operational requirements
make them essential for processes requiring meticulous particle separation and
fluid management.

Material
Types of Stainless Steel

Type 304 Stainless Steel

Composition and Properties
Contains approximately 18% chromium and 8% nickel.
Offers good corrosion resistance and excellent formability.
Suitable for temperatures up to 870°C (1600°F).
Applications
General industrial use, food processing, and architectural applications.
Type 316 Stainless Steel

Composition and Properties
Contains approximately 16% chromium, 10% nickel, and 2% molybdenum.
Provides superior corrosion resistance, especially against chlorides and
industrial solvents.
Suitable for temperatures up to 800°C (1472°F).
Applications
Marine environments, chemical processing, pharmaceutical equipment.
Other Stainless Steel Alloys

Type 316L Stainless Steel
Low carbon content (maximum 0.03%) reduces carbide precipitation during
welding.
Enhanced weldability and corrosion resistance.
Duplex Stainless Steel
Combines austenitic and ferritic stainless steel properties.
High strength and excellent resistance to stress corrosion cracking.
Hastelloy
Nickel-molybdenum alloys with exceptional corrosion resistance in severe
environments.
Wire Diameter
Industrial Filtration Coarse woven Mesh
mining and mineral processing: screens and filters ore and minerals
Standard Wire Diameters
Ranges from 0.001 inches (0.025 mm) to 0.02 inches (0.50 mm).
Fine Wires: 0.001 inches (0.025 mm) to 0.005 inches (0.127 mm) for high mesh
counts.
Medium Wires: 0.005 inches (0.127 mm) to 0.01 inches (0.254 mm) for general-
purpose meshes.
Thick Wires: 0.01 inches (0.254 mm) to 0.02 inches (0.50 mm) for heavy-duty
applications.
Impact on Mesh Properties
Filtration Accuracy: Thinner wires enable finer mesh counts for filtering
smaller particles.
Mechanical Strength: Thicker wires provide increased durability and resistance
to wear.

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