Mesh cylinder

Characteristics

1.High Open Area: Allows for the free flow of air, liquids, light, sound, and even small particles.

2.Strength and Rigidity: The cylindrical shape provides inherent structural strength, resisting bending and crushing forces.

3.Permeability: The mesh allows substances to pass through its walls, which is its primary function in many applications.

4.Lightweight: Compared to a solid metal tube of the same size, it is significantly lighter.

5.Surface Area:The mesh provides a large surface area within a compact volume, ideal for filtration or catalytic reactions.

Materials

The choice of material depends on the required properties like strength, corrosion resistance, magnetism, or cost.

• Stainless Steel (e.g., 304, 316)
• Aluminum
• Copper/Brass
• Galvanized Steel
• Specialty Alloys:​​ Such as Inconel , Monel,  Hastalloy

Manufacturing Methods

1.Weaving: Wires are woven together on industrial looms, similar to fabric. Common weaves include:

2.Plain Weave: Each wire passes over and under the next. A simple, strong, and rigid weave.

3.Twill Weave:Wires pass over and under two or more wires, creating a diagonal pattern. More flexible and allows for a finer mesh.

4.Welding:​​ Wires are laid out in a grid pattern and welded at every intersection (spot welding). This creates a very strong, rigid, and stable mesh with precise openings. Often used for guards and screens.

5.Expanded Metal:​​ A single sheet of metal is slit and stretched to form a diamond-shaped mesh pattern. It is very durable and has no welded joints, making it hard to break apart.

6.Forming the Cylinder:​​ The flat mesh sheet is rolled into a cylinder shape. The seam is then joined by:

7.Welding:​​ Creates a permanent, strong seam.

Specifications to Define

When sourcing or describing a metal mesh cylinder, you need to specify:

• ​​Material:​​ (e.g., 304 Stainless Steel)
• ​​Cylinder Dimensions:​​ Outer Diameter (OD), Inner Diameter (ID), and Length.
• ​​Mesh Specification:​​ This can be defined by:
  • ​​Mesh Count:​​ Number of openings per linear inch.
  • ​​Wire Diameter:​​ The thickness of the individual wires.
  • ​​Aperture Size:​​ The size of the openings (e.g., in microns for filters, or millimeters for screens).
• ​​Weave Type:​​ (e.g., Plain Woven, Welded)
• ​​Seam Type:​​ (e.g., Welded Seam, Spiral Lock)

Applications

​​Filtration & Separation​​

​​Industrial Processing​​

​Safety & Enclosure​

Automotive​​

Agriculture​​