Tea Infuser Mesh Basket in 316L Stainless Steel (AISI 316L (1.4404)) is used for steeping loose-leaf tea in a mug or teapot inside a fine stainless basket that is lifted out when brewing is done. The alloy gives superior resistance, including chlorides, brines, food CIP and mild acids and is essentially non-magnetic, with a practical service limit of approx. +550 °C continuous.
Alloy Properties
| Grade designation | AISI 316L (1.4404) |
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| Magnetic response | Essentially non-magnetic |
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| Service temperature | approx. +550 °C continuous |
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| Corrosion characteristic | Superior resistance, including chlorides, brines, food CIP and mild acids |
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Specifications of Tea Infuser Mesh Basket Available in 316L Stainless Steel
| Size | Top diameter (mm) | Depth (mm) | Hole diameter (mm) | Mesh | Lid / handles |
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| Mug S | 60 | 50 | 0.15 | 100-Mesh | Fold handles + lid |
| Mug M | 70 | 65 | 0.15 | 100-Mesh | Fold handles + lid |
| Teapot L | 80 | 90 | 0.10 | 150-Mesh | Rim + lid |
| Ball 45 | 45 | 45 | 0.20 | Etched sphere | Chain + hook |
Where 316L Stainless Steel Tea Infuser Mesh Basket Is Used
- Tea retailers: branded infusers sold with loose-leaf collections.
- Hospitality: in-room and restaurant tea service.
- Teapot makers: built-in infuser baskets.
- Gift & promotional: tea-ball infusers with chain and hook.
Ordering Tea Infuser Mesh Basket in 316L Stainless Steel
- Diameter & depth: Deep baskets let leaves expand; match the mug or pot opening.
- Hole size: 0.15 mm for most teas; 0.10 mm for rooibos and broken leaf.
- Handles & lid: Folding handles rest on the rim; the lid doubles as a drip tray.
Mistakes to Avoid with Tea Infuser Mesh Basket
- Choosing a small tea ball for whole-leaf oolong, which cannot open up.
- Using a coarse infuser for rooibos, which escapes into the cup.
