Stainless Steel Crimped Wire Mesh
Stainless steel crimped wire mesh is a woven screening material made from wires shaped with crimps before weaving. This 304 stainless steel product family is listed for food processing screening, chemical filtration and pharmaceutical applications. Start with the clear aperture, wire diameter and operating conditions, then send your finished dimensions and quantity for a specification-based quote.
FOB reference price from $14.00 / m². Varies by spec and quantity; final quote on inquiry.
Mesh Count
20–80
Wire Diameter
0.12–0.4 mm
Clear Aperture
0.198–0.87 mm
Open Area
36.8–46.9%
Material
304 Stainless Steel
Catalog Specs
3
Sample
Available
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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 | ||
| 40 Mesh | 0.250 mm0.00980" | 0.385 mm0.01520" | 36.8% | 1.25 kg/m²0.2600 lb/sq.ft | ||
| 80 Mesh | 0.120 mm0.00470" | 0.198 mm0.00780" | 38.8% | 0.58 kg/m²0.1200 lb/sq.ft |
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Food Screening, Chemical Filtration and Pharmaceutical Applications
Match the mesh to the process rather than selecting stainless steel by name alone. For food screening, describe the product, separation task and cleaning method. For chemical filtration, identify the fluid, concentration, temperature and pressure or support arrangement. Pharmaceutical inquiries should also state the cleanliness and documentation requirements. Final suitability depends on the agreed specification and process conditions.
- Food processing screening
- Chemical filtration
- Pharmaceutical applications
304 Stainless Steel and Pre-Crimped Construction
Match Material and Weave to the Process
Pre-crimping forms bends in the wires before the warp and weft are woven together. These shaped crossings help locate the wires within the mesh. The product's listed material is 304 stainless steel; the grade designation does not specify its crimp pattern, surface condition or aperture tolerance. Stainless steel corrosion resistance depends on its environment: chlorides, elevated temperature and cleaning chemicals can change material suitability. Include those conditions when confirming the wire grade and finished mesh specification.
A batch chemical analysis is not published for this product. If material traceability or chemical composition is required, specify the grade designation and required inspection records in the purchase inquiry.
Four Decisions for a Comparable Mesh Quote
- Opening, wire and open area：Specify clear aperture and wire diameter in millimetres alongside any mesh-count designation. Smaller openings affect separation, while wire size and open area also influence the available flow path. Open area alone does not establish throughput or filtration efficiency.
- Crimp construction and replacement fit：State the required crimp pattern and opening shape, or provide a drawing or reference sample. Confirm the construction against the selected wire size, edge details and support arrangement rather than assuming all crimp patterns are interchangeable.
- Process and cleaning conditions：Identify the screened material or fluid, chemical concentration, operating temperature and cleaning procedure. For food or pharmaceutical use, include the applicable contact, cleanliness and documentation requirements for review.
- Finished dimensions and handling：Give width, length, quantity and the preferred roll, sheet or cut-piece format for confirmation. Include edge treatment, mounting details and packing requirements, especially when replacing an existing screen.
Stainless Crimped Mesh RFQ and Acceptance Checklist
Use a written specification to agree material, geometry and inspection requirements. ISO 14315 is a reference for industrial wire screen technical requirements and testing. ISO 9044 explicitly excludes pre-crimped wire screens, so its ordinary woven-cloth tolerance provisions should not be applied automatically to this construction. Confirm the applicable standard, edition and order-specific acceptance criteria; the references below do not establish product certification.
| Specification item | Selection basis | Include in the inquiry | Agree before acceptance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Material and traceability | Listed 304 stainless steel family | Required grade designation and material documentation | Agreed material identification and inspection records |
| Aperture and wire diameter | Clear opening and wire size with explicit units | Nominal dimensions, tolerances and measurement method | Measurements on the approved dimensional basis |
| Weave and edge arrangement | Pre-crimped interwoven construction | Crimp pattern, opening shape, edge details and drawing | Construction and edges checked against the agreed specification |
| Process compatibility | Screened material or fluid and cleaning exposure | Media, concentration, temperature and installation conditions | Documented material and use requirements for the intended process |
| Surface and cleanliness | Application-specific condition of the finished mesh | Required surface condition, cleanliness and inspection criteria | Agreed surface assessment and required supporting documents |
| Dimensions and delivery | Confirmed roll, sheet or cut-piece format | Width, length, quantity, dimensional tolerances and packing | Finished dimensions, identification and packing list |
Screen Standards and Stainless Steel Selection References
- “Industrial wire screens — Technical requirements and testing”ISO 14315:1997Reference for agreeing industrial wire screen requirements and testing. Contractual applicability and inspection evidence must be confirmed for the order.
- “nor does it apply to pre-crimped and welded wire screens”ISO 9044:2016: ScopeThe scope excludes pre-crimped screens. Select an appropriate inspection basis instead of assuming ordinary woven wire cloth tolerances apply.
- “Common causes of pitting and crevice corrosion”Outokumpu: Corrosion ResistanceExplains how chlorides and operating conditions affect stainless steel corrosion. General material guidance does not establish compatibility for a particular chemical process.
Custom Processing for Crimped Screen · Quality Assurance for Crimped Screen · Packaging & Logistics
Custom Processing for Crimped Screen
Heavy-duty fabrication for crimped vibrating screen and quarry mesh.
Hooked Edge Forming
Screen edges bent into tensioning hooks, open or reinforced, matched to your vibrating screen deck clamping bars.
Cut-to-Deck-Size
Crimped screens sheared to exact deck dimensions with tolerance-controlled squareness for fast replacement.
Punching & Bending
Bolt holes punched and side plates bent per drawing for trommel and crusher screen assemblies.
Quality Assurance for Crimped Screen
Crimped mining screens are inspected for wear resistance and dimensional stability.
Wire Tensile Verification
High-carbon and manganese wire lots tested for tensile strength and hardness before crimping, with MTC supplied.
Aperture Under Tension
Aperture measured under simulated tension so screening accuracy holds after installation on the deck.
Pre-shipment Inspection
Hook angles, panel dimensions and crimp consistency re-checked batch by batch before loading.
Packaging & Logistics
Reinforced packing for heavy crimped screens on long-distance freight.
Steel Pallet Bundles
Heavy panels strapped onto steel or fumigated wooden pallets with edge protectors against bending.
Rust Prevention
VCI paper and plastic film wrapping protect carbon and manganese steel screens from sea-freight corrosion.
Container Loading
Weight-balanced 20GP loading plans with photos and loading reports shared before vessel departure.
Trade Terms
FOB Tianjin or CIF major ports; courier available for hooked-edge sample sections.
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