Which Metal Should I Get Wire Cloth Made From?

The wire cloth you choose for experiments or production can lead to innovation and enhanced product quality, giving your company a sustainable competitive advantage. Your specifications along with your customer requirements dictate the materials to use. Proper selection of wire cloth can make a big difference in the cost and efficiency of the system. Fortunately, Qunkunmetal offers a wide range of materials, allowing you to optimize your processes and support your business objectives.

Steel

Steel is the standard material used for wire cloth, and Newark Wire offers a multitude of options. For example, 304 SS is a common type of stainless steel used for wire cloth products and is effective for testing applications or 24/7 continuous production. This material is known for its resistance to corrosion and oxidation. If you have harsh operating conditions that include salt water, 304 SS is designed to deliver results. It is also an alloy containing approximately 18 percent chromium and 8 percent nickel.

Depending on the service, steel may be galvanized, tinned, plated, painted or coated.

Hastelloy

If you’re looking for an alloy that works well in chemicals production and testing, then Hastelloy is an ideal choice. Similar to steel, this material is also resistant to corrosion and comes in different variations that each have advantages and disadvantages.

Titanium

Although titanium is typically used as an alloy and mixed with other metals, it has properties such as durability that make it ideal for wire cloth. It is less dense than steel and can withstand extreme temperatures. It’s ideal for the aerospace industry or in military applications, because of its light weight and versatility. In particular, titanium is resistant to seawater and the corrosion associated with wet environments.

Kinds of Weaves

Like ordinary fabrics, wire cloth is produced on looms in a wide variety of weaves. It is made out of practically every gauge of wire, and in innumerable combinations of wire diameter and mesh size for the same sizing ability. For more detailed look on wire cloth weaves, Contact Us our - meshproduct@qunkun.net!