How to choose metal wire mesh?

How to Choose Metal Wire Mesh?

Metal wire mesh is extensively utilized in the industrial, architectural, and commercial sectors. We offer a diverse range of high-quality custom metal wire mesh to meet your specific needs.

For Industrial

Our stainless steel wire mesh products are used as components in cars, boilers, washing machines, tractors, and more. Specific applications include metal grating and perforated metal grating for ramps, stairs, and platforms.

For Architectural

We provide expanded metal mesh and perforated metal panels for custom-fabricated architectural solutions. These pre-fabricated metal panels with coating finishing are ideal for facades, metal screen wall systems, ceiling panels, and more. Our team of professional sales and engineers is available to assist with design and product selection for your project.

For Commercial

We offer competitive prices and excellent service to distributors, construction companies, and material suppliers. Our wire mesh products are used for fencing, filters, outdoor furniture, machine and window guards, and more. For example, items like steel mesh containers, perforated metal sheets, and Stainless Steel Wire Mesh cover a wide range of specifications, are continuously produced, and readily stocked for urgent needs.

Important Considerations When Choosing Metal Wire Mesh

Selecting the right metal wire mesh product involves various important factors. The following considerations can help you make an informed decision:

Application

Metal wire mesh can be used for screens, partitions, facades on parking garages and buildings, cabinet inserts, enclosures, and more. Explore more details on wire mesh applications in our Gallery.

Mesh Type

Choose from a variety of mesh types, including Square, Rectangular, and Round mesh holes. Mesh types can be processed by weaving, welding, or punching.

Mesh Size

Select an opening size and determine the mesh size by measuring the number of openings per linear inch from the center of one wire to the center of the adjacent wire. For perforated or expanded metal, specify the hole sizes and shapes.

Opening Size

The opening size of the wire mesh is the clear space between wires, measured from the inside of one wire to the inside of an adjacent wire. For rectangles, both width and length measurements are required.

Wire Diameter / Wire Gauge

Determine the wire diameter thickness (in inches) or wire gauge. For more information on wire diameter and gauge equivalents, refer to the charts in the Wire Mesh resources section on the Wire Mesh resources landing page.

Percent Open Area

Identify the desired percentage of open area in the wire mesh or perforated metal. This is a critical factor for various applications.

Surface Finishing / Treatment

Select the primary material type, such as Aluminum, Bronze, Carbon Steel, Copper, Galvanized Steel, or Stainless Steel, while considering environmental conditions. Inventory is typically in "mill finish" unless specified otherwise. Some items may have a vinyl coating or can be powder-coated. Refer to the Wire Mesh Resources landing page for more information on primary material types and finishes.

Product Size, Form & Quantity

Determine the number of sheets or coils you need, including any cut-to-size pieces and stub preferences.

Accessories

Identify if additional accessories such as angle, flat bar, or U-edging framing solutions are required for your wire mesh application.

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