304 Stainless Steel reverse dutch weave mesh combines the construction of reverse dutch weave mesh (ISO 9044) with the properties of AISI 304 (1.4301): good general corrosion resistance in atmosphere and fresh water, essentially non-magnetic (annealed), service to approx. +450 °C continuous. This page summarizes the grade data, its behavior in filtration service, comparable alloys, and the specifications supplied.
Why Choose 304 Stainless Steel for Reverse Dutch Weave Mesh
The standard general-purpose stainless mesh alloy. For reverse dutch weave mesh, this matters when good general corrosion resistance in atmosphere and fresh water is the controlling requirement.
Alloy Properties
| Grade designation | AISI 304 (1.4301) |
|---|---|
| Magnetic response | Essentially non-magnetic (annealed) |
| Service temperature | approx. +450 °C continuous |
| Corrosion characteristic | Good general corrosion resistance in atmosphere and fresh water |
Corrosion Behavior in Filtration Service
304 gives good resistance to atmospheric exposure, fresh water and most neutral media, and is the standard general-purpose grade for reverse dutch weave mesh. In chloride-bearing service (seawater, brines, road-salt spray) step up to 316L; in reducing acids consider a nickel alloy.
Cleaning & Compatibility
Stainless reverse dutch weave mesh can be cleaned by backflush, ultrasonic bath, steam and most CIP chemistry. Two cautions: (1) avoid extended contact with hydrochloric acid or hypochlorite sanitizers, which pit even 316; (2) where the mesh contacts carbon steel during fabrication or service, iron pick-up can rust-stain the surface — specify passivation after fabrication.
Specifications of Reverse Dutch Weave Mesh Available in 304 Stainless Steel
| Mesh (warp x weft) | Warp wire (mm) | Weft wire (mm) | Nominal filtration (u00b5m) | Weight SS (kg/mu00b2) | Reference standard |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 48x10 | 0.55 | 1.00 | 700 | 5.20 | ISO 9044 |
| 72x15 | 0.45 | 0.85 | 400 | 4.10 | ISO 9044 |
| 132x17 | 0.28 | 0.63 | 250 | 2.90 | ISO 9044 |
| 152x24 | 0.22 | 0.46 | 180 | 2.10 | ISO 9044 |
| 175x50 | 0.14 | 0.28 | 95 | 1.30 | ISO 9044 |
