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304 Stainless Steel Window & Insect Screen Mesh

Window & Insect Screen Mesh woven or fabricated in 304 Stainless Steel (AISI 304 (1.4301)) keeps its dimensional specification to Insect screen convention; the alloy determines corrosion behavior (good general corrosion resistance in atmosphere and fresh water) and the service temperature limit (approx. +450 °C continuous). Both are covered below with the full specification table.

Why Choose 304 Stainless Steel for Window & Insect Screen Mesh

The standard general-purpose stainless mesh alloy. For window & insect screen mesh, this matters when good general corrosion resistance in atmosphere and fresh water is the controlling requirement.

Alloy Properties

Grade designationAISI 304 (1.4301)
Magnetic responseEssentially non-magnetic (annealed)
Service temperatureapprox. +450 °C continuous
Corrosion characteristicGood 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 window & insect screen mesh. In chloride-bearing service (seawater, brines, road-salt spray) step up to 316L; in reducing acids consider a nickel alloy.

Comparable Alloys

The direct upgrade from 304 is 316L (chlorides, acids, CIP). Downgrade options for dry, indoor screening are galvanized or plain steel. For heat beyond ~450 °C move to Inconel 600; for seawater immersion consider Monel 400 or duplex 2205 for window & insect screen mesh.

Specifications of Window & Insect Screen Mesh Available in 304 Stainless Steel

Mesh countWire diameter (mm)Aperture (mm)Micron rating (u00b5m)Open area (%)Weight SS (kg/mu00b2)Reference standard
14-Mesh0.281.53153471.5u2014Insect screen convention
16-Mesh0.261.33132869.9u2014Insect screen convention
18-Mesh0.231.18118170.1u2014Insect screen convention
20-Mesh0.231.04104067.1u2014Insect screen convention

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Dimensions & Specifications (Insect screen convention)

Mesh countWire diameter (mm)Aperture (mm)Micron rating (u00b5m)Open area (%)Weight SS (kg/mu00b2)Reference standard
14-Mesh0.281.53153471.5u2014Insect screen convention
16-Mesh0.261.33132869.9u2014Insect screen convention
18-Mesh0.231.18118170.1u2014Insect screen convention
20-Mesh0.231.04104067.1u2014Insect screen convention

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 304 Stainless Steel food-grade?

Stainless 304 and 316 are both accepted food-contact materials; 316L is preferred where chloride-bearing CIP or brines are used. Specify electro-polishing for the smoothest, most cleanable surface.

Can 304 Stainless Steel window & insect screen mesh be welded into frames?

Yes — spot, TIG and plasma welding are standard for framing and edging. Use matching filler, keep heat input low to protect the fine wires, and re-passivate stainless after fabrication.

Is 304 Stainless Steel window & insect screen mesh magnetic?

304 Stainless Steel window & insect screen mesh is essentially non-magnetic (annealed). Note that heavy cold-working during weaving can make austenitic stainless slightly magnetic at the wire surface.

What corrosion resistance does 304 Stainless Steel offer?

304 Stainless Steel provides good general corrosion resistance in atmosphere and fresh water, with a practical service range of approx. +450 °C continuous.

How do I request a quotation?

Use the technical drawing on this page to pick the exact specification, then submit it with the quote form. We respond within one business day.