Laboratory Wire Gauze with Ceramic Center in 304 Stainless Steel (AISI 304 (1.4301)) is used for spreading Bunsen burner heat evenly under beakers and flasks on a tripod, with a ceramic-fiber center that prevents hot spots cracking the glass. The alloy gives good general corrosion resistance in atmosphere and fresh water and is essentially non-magnetic (annealed), with a practical service limit of approx. +450 °C continuous.
Alloy Properties
| Grade designation | AISI 304 (1.4301) |
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| Magnetic response | Essentially non-magnetic (annealed) |
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| Service temperature | approx. +450 °C continuous |
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| Corrosion characteristic | Good general corrosion resistance in atmosphere and fresh water |
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Specifications of Laboratory Wire Gauze with Ceramic Center Available in 304 Stainless Steel
| Size | Wire diameter (mm) | Aperture (mm) | Square (mm) | Ceramic center (mm) | Material |
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| 100 u00d7 100 | 0.400 | 1.000 | 100 | 60 | Steel, tinned |
| 125 u00d7 125 | 0.400 | 1.000 | 125 | 80 | Steel, tinned |
| 150 u00d7 150 | 0.450 | 1.100 | 150 | 100 | SS304 |
Where 304 Stainless Steel Laboratory Wire Gauze with Ceramic Center Is Used
- Schools & universities: teaching chemistry practicals.
- Research & QC labs: heating glassware over open flame.
- Lab suppliers: consumable packs of ten.
- Field & mobile labs: portable heating kits.
Ordering Laboratory Wire Gauze with Ceramic Center in 304 Stainless Steel
- Square size: 100, 125 or 150 mm.
- Ceramic center: 60–100 mm, asbestos-free ceramic fiber.
- Wire: Tinned steel for economy; SS304 for longer life.
Mistakes to Avoid with Laboratory Wire Gauze with Ceramic Center
- Heating glass directly on bare mesh, which creates hot spots.
- Continuing to use a gauze with a damaged center.
