Should I choose 304 or 316 for plain weave filtration mesh?

304 covers most general filtration, screening and food-contact duties. Upgrade to our 316 plain weave family (SPU-WM-002) when the mesh contacts chlorides, seawater or strong acids where pitting corrosion is a risk.

What roll widths are available for this 304 mesh?

Standard looms produce 0.5 m, 1.0 m, 1.2 m and 1.5 m widths. Widths up to 2.0 m are available for common mesh counts with a slightly extended lead time.

Is this 304 mesh suitable for food contact applications?

Yes. 304 stainless steel meets FDA food-contact requirements, and every shipment can include EN 10204 3.1 mill certificates verifying composition for your compliance file.

Can I get samples before placing a bulk order?

Free 200 mm x 200 mm samples of standard specifications are dispatched within 1-2 days via DHL or FedEx for buyers with purchasing intent. Custom specs carry only a nominal weaving setup fee.

SPU Code: SPU-WM-001ASTM E2016-22 Reference

304 Stainless Steel Plain Weave Mesh

High-quality 304 stainless steel plain woven wire mesh for filtration, screening and separation.

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FOB reference price from $12.00 / m². Varies by spec and quantity; final quote on inquiry.

Mesh Count

20–325

Wire Diameter

0.035–0.4 mm

Aperture

0.043–0.87 mm

Open Area

30.1–46.9%

Material

304 Stainless Steel Plain Weave Mesh

304 Stainless Steel · 20–325 mesh · Ø0.035–0.4 mm

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	Nominal Mesh Count	Std. Wire Dia. (mm)Std. Wire Dia. (inch / Gauge)	Aperture Size (mm)Aperture Size (inch)	Ref. Open Area	Est. Weight (kg/m²)Est. Weight (lb/ft²)	Micro Link
	20 Mesh	0.400 mm0.01570"	0.870 mm0.03430"	46.9%	1.60 kg/m²0.3300 lb/sq.ft

Nominal Mesh Count

Std. Wire Dia. (mm)Std. Wire Dia. (inch / Gauge)

Aperture Size (mm)Aperture Size (inch)

Ref. Open Area

Est. Weight (kg/m²)Est. Weight (lb/ft²)

Micro Link

20 Mesh

0.400 mm0.01570"

0.870 mm0.03430"

46.9%

1.60 kg/m²0.3300 lb/sq.ft

Nominal Mesh Range	Max Wire Dia. Tolerance	Max Aperture Size Tolerance	Warp Tilt Deviation
1 to 50 Mesh	± 0.013 mm (0.0005 inch)	± 3% of nominal aperture	Tilt deviation ≤ 2°
51 to 200 Mesh	± 0.008 mm (0.0003 inch)	± 5% of nominal aperture	Tilt deviation ≤ 1.5°
201 to 400 Mesh	± 0.004 mm (0.00015 inch)	± 8% of nominal aperture	Tilt deviation ≤ 1°

304 Stainless Steel Plain Weave Mesh

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Typical Applications

Custom Processing for Woven Mesh

Precision Slitting

Disc Stamping & Spot Welding

Cutting & Edging

Technical Purchasing FAQ

Related Product Families

316 Stainless Steel Plain Weave Mesh

304 Stainless Steel Twill Weave Mesh

Quality Assurance for Woven Mesh

EN 10204 3.1 MTC

Spectrometer Verification

Pre-shipment Inspection

Packaging & Logistics

Standard Rolls

Moisture-proof Packing

Container Loading

Trade Terms

316 Stainless Steel Twill Weave Mesh

Stainless Steel Plain Dutch Weave Mesh

Metallurgical Composition & Alloy Ratio Analysis

304 Wire Purity & Heat Traceability

304 Physical & Service Limits

ASTM E2016-22 Reference Tolerances for 304 Plain Weave