
How to Choose the Right Grade of
SS Wire Mesh
Are you facing difficulty with How to Choose the Right Grade of SS Wire Mesh? Are you looking for the ideal SS Wire Mesh? With so many options on the market, it can be difficult to make an informed decision. In this guide, we'll cover the grades of wire mesh and provide tips to help you choose the right one for your project.
The Topic discuss on:
- Analyzation of SS Wire Mesh Application
- How to determine SS Wire Mesh Grade?
- Understanding SS Wire Mesh Weave
- Analyzing Corrosion Resistance
- Budget Consideration
- YKM SS Wire Mesh Delivery Location.


What are the Different Mesh Grades?
SS Wire Mesh is available in
- SS302, SS 304, SS 304L, SS 310, SS 316, SS 316L, SS 317L, SS 321, SS 330, SS 347, SS 410, and SS 430 grades.
The proper grade for the Wire Mesh is determined by the application of these meshes.
Identify Your Application
Before deciding on a grade of SS Wire Mesh, you should identify your application requirements. The intended use of the wire mesh determines which grades will meet your demands both in terms of tensile strength, flexibility, and corrosion resistance. If the wire mesh is meant to support heavy loads, look for grades with higher tensile and yield strength. For applications where anti-corrosion properties and temperature tolerance is important, go for stainless steel woven wire mesh grades with added chromium or molybdenum content like SS316 and SS316L. Our Team is available all time to help you Choose the Right Grade of SS Wire Mesh according to your requirement if you are in doubt.
Determine Grade Level of SS Wire Mesh Needed.
Knowing which grade of SS Wire Mesh is best suited to your application can be complicated. Factors such as desired tensile strength and corrosion resistance must be taken into consideration when selecting the right square mesh material. It is important to measure the environmental conditions in which these wire mesh will be used as well as any temperature or chemical exposure that may occur during its lifetime. The required strength, corrosion resistance and temperature tolerance will determine which grade of stainless steel woven wire mesh is appropriate for your project.





Understanding SS Wire Mesh Weave
SS Square Mesh are primarily of two types i.e., Plain Weave and Twill Weave. According to the opening type and woven type, the stainless steel woven mesh can be divided into square mesh with plain weave, twill weave, dutch weave mesh is available as plain dutch weave, twill dutch weave, double warp dutch weave, reverse plain dutch weave, reverse twill dutch weave, optimized design. You can read our Wire Mesh Weave Pattern for a much clearer understanding.
Check For Corrosion Resistance Requirements.
When choosing a grade of SS Wire Mesh, you will also want to make sure it can stand up to the elements. The chemical and temperature resistance requirements of SS wire mesh vary depending on the grade, so be sure to research the environment in which it will be used. Your application may require special grades with higher levels of corrosion protection, or may require specific treatment methods such as galvanizing your mesh before installation. Take all possible applications into consideration when selecting the grade of SS Wire Mesh for your project.

Consider Your Budget and Capacity Needs.
When selecting the right grade of SS Wire Mesh, you need to consider your budget and capacity needs. Higher grades like SS316 and SS316L of stainless steel mesh usually come with a higher price tag. It also doesn’t mean that choosing an SS Wire Mesh with a lower price tag will solve the issue. Balance cost with performance by considering how well the wire holds up under pressure and exposure to the elements. Also, think about how much coverage or area you will require to complete the job; too large or too small a size can create additional costs. Taking all these factors into account will help you make an informed decision when choosing the right grade of SS Wire Mesh for your project.

How Much does Wire Mesh Cost?
SS Wire Mesh cost is completely depended on parameters like weaving of mesh, wire diameter, aperture size, micron rating, width, and length which can be customized to specific requirement of industry. Our Expert team is working with woven wire wire metal cloth for more than 30 Years and are available 24x7 to advice you with the best mesh solution for your project.
Consider Resiliency & Cost-effectiveness
Steel Mesh can be extremely resilient, which is why it’s often used in construction and industrial applications. However, the cost-effectiveness of SS Wire Mesh also needs to be taken into consideration before making a final decision on your product grade. Different grades may have different prices, so think carefully about what you need before choosing an SS grade. Additionally, consider any special finishes the project requires and the cost associated with them when selecting your grade of SS wire mesh.
EXPLORE THROUGH
- Sale!
YKM SS316 Woven 165 Mesh-100 Micron-120 Micron-0.4mm Diameter
Buy via WhatsAppUSD 1,351.30USD 979.20 YKM SS316L Filter Screen Woven 400 Mesh-30 Micron-0.3mm Diameter
Buy via WhatsApp USD 900.86- Sale!
YKM SS304 Woven 180 Mesh-80 Micron-0.06mm Diameter
Buy via WhatsAppUSD 418.53USD 303.28 - Sale!
YKM SS304 Woven 300 Mesh-40 Micron-0.04mm Diameter
Buy via WhatsAppUSD 718.08USD 516.80
OUR PRODUCT RANGE
SS Wire Mesh Standard Sized Chat
Meshes per Linear Inch | Wire diameter | Width of Opening | Open Area | ||
inch | mm | inch | mm | percent | |
1x1 | 0.157 | 4 | 0.84 | 21.4 | 71 |
2x2 | 0.118 | 2.5 | 0.38 | 10.2 | 64 |
3x3 | 0.079 | 2 | 0.25 | 6.4 | 58 |
4x4 | 0.063 | 1.6 | 0.187 | 4.75 | 56 |
4x4 | 0.047 | 1.19 | 0.203 | 5.16 | 65.9 |
5x5 | 0.055 | 1.4 | 0.14 | 3.68 | 52 |
6x6 | 0.047 | 1.2 | 0.12 | 3.03 | 51 |
8x8 | 0.43 | 1.1 | 0.08 | 2.08 | 42 |
10x10 | 0.039 | 1 | 0.06 | 1.54 | 36 |
10x10 | 0.02 | 0.51 | 0.08 | 2.03 | 64 |
12x12 | 0.023 | 0.584 | 0.06 | 1.52 | 51.8 |
12x12 | 0.02 | 0.508 | 0.063 | 1.6 | 57.2 |
14x14 | 0.023 | 0.584 | 0.048 | 1.22 | 45.2 |
14x14 | 0.02 | 0.508 | 0.051 | 1.3 | 51 |
16x16 | 0.018 | 0.457 | 0.0445 | 1.13 | 50.7 |
18x18 | 0.017 | 0.432 | 0.0386 | 0.98 | 48.3 |
20x20 | 0.02 | 0.508 | 0.03 | 0.76 | 36 |
20x20 | 0.016 | 0.406 | 0.034 | 0.86 | 46.2 |
24x24 | 0.014 | 0.356 | 0.0277 | 0.7 | 44.2 |
30x30 | 0.013 | 0.33 | 0.0203 | 0.52 | 37.1 |
30x30 | 0.012 | 0.305 | 0.0213 | 0.54 | 40.8 |
30x30 | 0.009 | 0.229 | 0.0243 | 0.62 | 53.1 |
35x35 | 0.011 | 0.279 | 0.0176 | 0.45 | 37.9 |
40x40 | 0.01 | 0.254 | 0.015 | 0.38 | 36 |
50x50 | 0.009 | 0.229 | 0.011 | 0.28 | 30.3 |
50x50 | 0.008 | 0.203 | 0.012 | 0.31 | 36 |
60x60 | 0.0075 | 0.191 | 0.0092 | 0.23 | 30.5 |
60x60 | 0.007 | 0.178 | 0.0097 | 0.25 | 33.9 |
70x70 | 0.0065 | 0.165 | 0.0078 | 0.2 | 29.8 |
80x80 | 0.0065 | 0.165 | 0.006 | 0.15 | 23 |
80x80 | 0.0055 | 0.14 | 0.007 | 0.18 | 31.4 |
90x90 | 0.005 | 0.127 | 0.0061 | 0.16 | 30.1 |
100x100 | 0.0045 | 0.114 | 0.0055 | 0.14 | 30.3 |
100x100 | 0.004 | 0.102 | 0.006 | 0.15 | 36 |
100x100 | 0.0035 | 0.089 | 0.0065 | 0.17 | 42.3 |
110x110 | 0.004 | 0.1016 | 0.0051 | 0.1295 | 30.7 |
120x120 | 0.0037 | 0.094 | 0.0046 | 0.1168 | 30.7 |
150x150 | 0.0026 | 0.006 | 0.0041 | 0.1041 | 37.4 |
160x160 | 0.0025 | 0.0635 | 0.0038 | 0.0965 | 36.4 |
180x180 | 0.0023 | 0.0584 | 0.0033 | 0.0838 | 34.7 |
200x200 | 0.0021 | 0.0533 | 0.0029 | 0.0737 | 33.6 |
250x250 | 0.0016 | 0.0406 | 0.0024 | 0.061 | 36 |
270x270 | 0.0016 | 0.0406 | 0.0021 | 0.0533 | 32.2 |
300x300 | 0.0015 | 0.0381 | 0.0018 | 0.0457 | 29.7 |
325x325 | 0.0014 | 0.0356 | 0.0017 | 0.0432 | 30 |
400x400 | 0.001 | 0.0254 | 0.0015 | 0.037 | 36 |
500x500 | 0.001 | 0.0254 | 0.001 | 0.0254 | 25 |
635x635 | 0.0008 | 0.0203 | 0.0008 | 0.0203 | 25 |
YKM-Code | Wire Diameter(um) | Micron Retention(um) | Prosity | Weight | Cloth | |||
Mesh | Theor | (kg/m2) | Thickness | |||||
Warp | Weft | Nominal | Absolute | (%) | (mm) | |||
RFD400 | 84x14 | - | - | - | 450-530 | 62 | 3.5 | 1.15 |
RFD125 | 260x40 | - | - | 125 | 112-125 | 54 | 2.25 | 0.62 |
RFD90 | 170x40 | - | - | 90 | 106-118 | 54 | 2.1 | 0.57 |
RFD85 | 175x37 | - | - | 85 | 100-106 | 54 | 2.1 | 0.57 |
RFD80 | 130x30-35 | 200 | 380 | 80 | 95-105 | 57 | 2.7-3.10 | .77-.80 |
RFD60 | 175x40-50 | 150 | 300 | 60 | 65-72 | 55 | 2.1-2.40 | .57-.60 |
RFD40 | 280x60-70 | 90 | 200 | 40 | 54-60 | 56 | 1.34-1.55 | .38-.40 |
RFD25 | 600x100-105 | 42 | 140 | 25 | 34-38 | 57 | .75-.80 | .22-.23 |
RFD20 | 630x125-130 | 42 | 125 | 17 | 22-26 | 53 | .75-.85 | .20-.22 |
RFD15 | 720x140-150 | 35 | 110 | 15 | 16-20 | 52 | .65-.70 | .15-.18 |
Mesh count per inch | Wire diameter inches | Absolute filter rating microns | Nominal filter rating microns |
8x85 | .014x.0126 | 300-320 | 310 |
12x64 | .024x.0165 | 260-280 | 250 |
14x88 | .020x.013 | 255-275 | 250 |
20x150 | .0098x.007 | 155-185 | 120 |
24x110 | .015x.010 | 115-128 | 110 |
30x150 | .009x.007 | 90-105 | 90 |
40x200 | .007x.0055 | 70-80 | 70 |
50x250 | .0055x.0045 | 52-57 | 55 |
80x400 | .0049x.0028 | 40-45 | 40 |
Mesh count per inch | Wire diameter inches | Absolute filter rating microns | Nominal filter rating microns |
20x250 | .0098x.0079 | 100-118 | 100 |
30x360 | .0098x.0060 | 95-105 | 90 |
40x560 | .0070x.0040 | 75-83 | 65 |
80x700 | .0040x.0030 | 35-38 | 35 |
200x600 | .0024x.0018 | 28-32 | 30 |
165x800 | .0028x.0020 | 25-29 | 25 |
165x1400 | .0028x.0016 | 16-18 | 15 |
200x1400 | .0028x.0016 | 12-14 | 10 |
250x1400 | .0022x.0016 | 11-13 | 9 |
325x2300 | .0015x.0010 | 8-9 | 5 |
500x3600 | .0010x.0006 | 2-3 | 1 |
Meshes per Linear Inch | Width of Opening | Diameter of Wire | Open Area per Cent | Weight 100 Sp.ft. | ||
Inches | mm | Inches | mm | |||
16x16 | 0.0535 | 1.36 | 0.009 | 0.229 | 73.3 | 8.38 |
18x18 | 0.0466 | 1.18 | 0.009 | 0.229 | 70.2 | 9.48 |
24x24 | 0.0342 | 0.869 | 0.0075 | 0.191 | 67.2 | 8.75 |
28x28 | 0.0282 | 0.716 | 0.0075 | 0.191 | 62.4 | 10.29 |
30x30 | 0.0268 | 0.681 | 0.0065 | 0.165 | 64.8 | 8.35 |
36x36 | 0.0213 | 0.541 | 0.0065 | 0.165 | 58.7 | 10.09 |
40x40 | 0.0185 | 0.47 | 0.0065 | 0.165 | 54.8 | 11.29 |
50x50 | 0.0145 | 0.368 | 0.0055 | 0.127 | 52.6 | 10.14 |
60x60 | 0.0122 | 0.31 | 0.0045 | 0.114 | 53.3 | 8.13 |
70x70 | 0.0106 | 0.269 | 0.0037 | 0.094 | 54.9 | 6.4 |
76x76 | 0.0095 | 0.241 | 0.0037 | 0.094 | 51.7 | 6.99 |
80x80 | 0.0088 | 0.224 | 0.0037 | 0.094 | 49.6 | 7.39 |
90x90 | 0.0076 | 0.193 | 0.0035 | 0.089 | 47.8 | 7.48 |
94x94 | 0.0071 | 0.18 | 0.0035 | 0.089 | 45 | 7.84 |
105x105 | 0.0065 | 0.165 | 0.003 | 0.076 | 46.9 | 6.41 |
120x120 | 0.0058 | 0.147 | 0.0025 | 0.064 | 47.3 | 5.07 |
165x165 | 0.0042 | 0.107 | 0.0019 | 0.048 | 47.1 | 4.04 |
200x200 | 0.0034 | 0.0864 | 0.0016 | 0.0406 | 46.2 | 3.48 |
230x230 | 0.0029 | 0.0737 | 0.0014 | 0.0356 | 46 | 3.06 |
400x400 | 0.0016 | 0.0415 | 0.0009 | 0.022 | 35.1 | 2.9 |