Is Wire Mesh Heat Resistant?

Wire mesh is a mesh structure made of metal wires of different materials, and the processing methods include welding, weaving, and other processes.

Due to the characteristics of metal wires of different materials, the characteristics of metal wire meshes of different materials are also different.
Some are more resistant to acid and alkali corrosion, some are more resistant to high temperatures, some are suitable for industrial use, and some are for home use.

So which metal wire meshes are resistant to high temperatures? This article will help you choose the right metal wire mesh.

Material of Wire Mesh

High temperature resistance, acid, and alkali resistance are brought by the raw materials of the metal wire mesh, so we first consider the material of the metal wire mesh here.
The materials of the metal wire mesh include iron wire, galvanized wire, stainless steel wire, nickel alloy wire, titanium wire, nickel wire, etc.

The raw materials of the wire mesh of iron wire and galvanized wire are mainly iron.
Generally speaking, they are mainly used in environments below 200 degrees Celsius.
If they are used above this temperature, the performance of the wire mesh will decrease or even be damaged.

There are many types of stainless steel wire, and the heat resistance temperature ranges from 600 degrees to 1200 degrees.
Below we will talk about the heat resistance of different grades of stainless steel in detail.

The heat-resistant wire mesh in nickel alloy wire is mainly Nichrome wire mesh and Inconel wire mesh, which we will also analyze in detail below.

Nickel wire mesh can be used as a heat resistant mesh basket, which is also a relatively heat resistant wire mesh.

Heat Resistant 304 Stainless Steel Wire Mesh

304 stainless steel wire mesh is a common stainless steel wire mesh with a density of 7.93 g/cm³, containing more than 18% chromium and more than 8% nickel, and has excellent corrosion resistance and processing performance.

In ordinary industrial applications, 304 stainless steel wire mesh can be used continuously at a temperature of up to about 600°C, maintaining good mechanical properties and corrosion resistance.

However, in some special application environments, such as high-temperature furnaces, molten metals and other extreme conditions, the maximum operating temperature of 304 stainless steel may be lower.

This shows that although 304 stainless steel has certain high temperature resistance, its performance may be affected under extreme conditions, and it is necessary to select a more high-temperature resistant wire mesh material or take special protective measures.

Heat Resistant 316 Stainless Steel Wire Mesh

The continuous use temperature of 316 stainless steel wire mesh is about 800℃.

The high temperature resistance of 316 stainless steel wire mesh is closely related to the molybdenum element in its composition. Molybdenum can stabilize the performance of the element and improve the stability of stainless steel in high temperature environment.

In addition, the nickel content in 316 stainless steel wire mesh is 12%, which further improves its corrosion resistance and high temperature resistance.

Heat Resistant 310S Stainless Steel Wire Mesh

310S stainless steel wire mesh has good high temperature resistance because it contains a higher percentage of chromium and nickel.

Under normal operating conditions, 310S stainless steel can withstand temperatures up to 800-900℃. However, when the temperature exceeds this range, it may be damaged.
The maximum operating temperature of 310S stainless steel is about 1200℃, and the continuous use temperature is usually around 1150℃.

This stainless steel wire mesh is widely used in stamping dies, boilers, military industry, and aerospace high temperature resistant parts due to its excellent high temperature resistance.
In addition, 310S stainless steel wire mesh also has good oxidation resistance and corrosion resistance, which enables it to continue to operate in high temperature environments and maintain stable performance.

Heat Resistant FeCrAl Wire Mesh

‌The heat-resistant temperature of FeCrAl wire mesh can reach 1200°C or higher. ‌

FeCrAl wire mesh is a high-temperature resistant and anti-oxidation metal wire mesh made of iron, chromium, and aluminum alloy materials.

This material is widely used in various occasions that require high temperature resistance, such as industrial electric furnaces, household appliances, far-infrared equipment, etc. due to its high temperature resistance and anti-oxidation properties.

Heat Resistant Inconel Wire Mesh

‌Inconel wire mesh has a heat resistance temperature of up to 1093 degrees. ‌

Inconel wire mesh, especially Inconel 600 wire mesh, is a nickel-based alloy mesh that can be used in a temperature range from low temperature to 1093 degrees without magnetism. It has good cold forming performance and excellent welding performance.

This material has good corrosion resistance to medium-intensity reducing environments, and also shows good corrosion resistance to chloride ions and alkaline salt solutions.

Inconel wire mesh has been widely used in industries such as petrochemicals, aerospace and military industry, hydropower and nuclear power, refining and shipbuilding, onshore and offshore oil and gas, pulp and papermaking, chemical fiber, machinery and equipment manufacturing, as well as heat exchangers and other products.

Heat Resistant Nichrome Wire Mesh

‌Nichrome wire mesh has a high temperature resistance range of about 1000 degrees to 1300 degrees. ‌
‌Nichrome wire mesh has extremely high temperature resistance, can maintain good physical and chemical properties in high temperature environment, and shows good stability and corrosion resistance.

This high temperature resistance is determined by its excellent material structure and its thermochemical stability.
In a high temperature environment, a layer of chromium oxide film will form on the surface of the nickel-chromium wire, which makes it highly resistant to high temperature corrosion, oxidation, and thermal fatigue.

‌Nichrome wire mesh can be used as an important material for high temperature equipment such as heating devices, thermocouples, electric furnaces, and vacuum furnaces.
In addition, it can also be used in automotive, aerospace, chemical, metallurgy, and electronics.

Heat Resistant Nickel Wire Mesh

The heat-resistant temperature range of nickel wire mesh is usually around 800°C to 1000°C, and it can maintain stable performance.

Nickel wire mesh is widely used in high-temperature heating, filtration and other fields due to its excellent high-temperature resistance.

However, such as N6 pure nickel wire mesh, its heat-resistant temperature can even reach 1200°C, which shows that under certain conditions, nickel wire mesh can withstand extremely high temperatures.

Where to Buy the Best Heat Resistant Wire Mesh

Dingzhou Hongli Metal Products Co., Ltd., a Chinese wire mesh manufacturer, has an experienced production team and a professional sales team.
Hongli Metal’s product quality, price, delivery time, and the professionalism of our team are the reasons why customers choose to trust us.

Our Products include:
Woven Wire Mesh, Sintered Wire Mesh, Wire Mesh Packing, Knitted Wire Mesh, Perforated Wire Mesh, and various customizable Wire Mesh Filters, etc.

Material includes:
304 Stainless steel wire mesh, 316 Stainless steel wire mesh, 316L Stainless steel wire mesh,430 Stainless steel wire mesh, 904LStainless steel wire mesh, 310S Stainless steel wire mesh, 2205 Stainless steel wire mesh, 2507 Stainless steel wire mesh;
FeCrAl wire mesh, Copper wire mesh, Brass wire mesh, Phosphor bronze wire mesh, Nickel wire mesh, Monel wire mesh, Inconel wire mesh, Nichrome wire mesh, Hastelloy wire mesh, Titanium wire mesh, etc.

Applications include:
Construction, protection, EMI/EMF shielding, filtration, screening, pharmaceutical, chemical industry, Mining, petroleum, food, medicine, heat treatment, machinery, etc.

Please get in touch with us at info@honglimetalmesh.com if you have any requirements for stainless steel wire mesh,
Special specifications can be customized according to requirements.