Precision wire mesh for critical liquid filtration.
Manufactured from certified stainless steel and specialty nickel alloys. Built to withstand high differential pressures, thermal shocks, and aggressive process fluids without media migration.
Core Material & Manufacturing Assurances
Zero Fiber Migration
Dutch Weave Pore Integrity
Application Domains
Engineered for distinct liquid environments
Select an operational medium to view specialized aperture ranges, flow dynamics, and weave recommendations.
Process & intake water
Sand removal, cooling loops, and ultra-fine particulate separation from 5 to 500 microns.
Lube & hydraulic oil
High delta-P structural mesh preventing system wear in heavy equipment and turbines.
Aviation & marine fuel
Cleanable, spark-safe twilled weaves for kerosene, diesel, and high-flow bunkering.
Aggressive chemicals
Corrosion-resistant alloys for acidic baths, solvent recovery, and catalyst retention.
Liquid filtration mesh selection guide
Match fluid viscosity, operating temperature, and micron targets to the right stainless steel weave and alloy. Built for engineers sizing industrial strainers, filter cartridges, and backwash elements.
4-stage engineering specification protocol
Fluid & viscosity profile
Define medium type, dynamic viscosity, flow velocity, and operating temperatures to predict shear and flow resistance.
Particle cut-off & micron rating
Establish nominal vs. absolute retention requirements, contaminant load, and acceptable downstream particle limits.
Differential pressure & geometry
Calculate allowable clean and dirty ΔP, structural pack support, backwash force, and pleating or cartridge configuration.
Alloy & corrosion compatibility
Select between AISI 304, 316L, 904L, or Hastelloy based on pH levels, chloride exposure, and cleaning chemistry.
Media-specific selection matrices
Compare weave mechanics, aperture stability, and clean pressure drops across primary liquid categories.
Critical Engineering Factors:
- High open area percentages (>35%) to maintain flow volume
- Resistance to biofouling and chloride pitting in raw water
- Rigid wire diameter to withstand automatic backwash pulses
Standard mesh specifications for aqueous media
| Duty / Application | Mesh Configuration | Retention | Standard Grade | Est. Clean ΔP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Intake Straining & Pre-filtration | Plain Square Weave | 250 – 1000 µm | 304 / 316L | < 0.05 bar |
| Cooling Tower & Process Loop | Twill Square Weave | 50 – 150 µm | 316L | < 0.12 bar |
| Wastewater & Backwash Screens | Sintered Multi-Layer | 20 – 100 µm | 316L / 904L | < 0.20 bar |
| Polishing & Reverse Osmosis Guard | Plain Dutch Weave (SPW) | 5 – 25 µm | 316L | < 0.28 bar |
Differential pressure (ΔP) and open area calculations
Liquid flow velocity through woven wire cloth follows Darcy-Forchheimer permeability models. For accurate screen sizing, submit your flow rate, viscosity, operating temperature, and allowable dirty pressure drop.
Bubble point testing and ASTM E2016 aperture tolerances.
Aperture to micron chartsPleated cylinders, welded filter tubes, and strainer baskets.
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Custom mesh apertures & weaves
Tailored wire diameter, mesh count, and weave patterns for exact filtration requirements.
Full mill test & material certs
Complete 304, 316L, and specialty alloy traceability with every production lot.
Fast 24-hour engineering turnaround
Direct review by filtration specialists with confirmed pricing and delivery schedules.