316 stainless steel mesh screen is a premium woven wire mesh product manufactured from molybdenum-alloyed stainless steel, offering superior corrosion resistance compared to standard 304 stainless steel. The addition of molybdenum significantly enhances resistance to pitting, crevice corrosion, and chemical attack, making it suitable for harsh environments involving acids, salts, and high humidity. With precise wire diameters and uniform mesh openings, 316 stainless steel mesh ensures stable filtration accuracy, excellent mechanical strength, and long-term durability.
This mesh screen is widely applied in industrial filtration, chemical processing, marine engineering, food and beverage filtration, pharmaceutical production, and oil & gas systems. It can be supplied in rolls or sheets, and further fabricated into filter discs, cylinders, screen packs, and customized filter elements. Thanks to its reusability and easy cleaning, 316 stainless steel mesh screen helps reduce operating costs while maintaining consistent filtration performance.
| Mesh Count | Wire Diameter (mm) | Opening Size (mm) | Approx. Filtration (µm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 Mesh | 0.21 | 0.42 | 350–400 |
| 60 Mesh | 0.16 | 0.26 | 250–300 |
| 80 Mesh | 0.14 | 0.17 | 180–200 |
| 100 Mesh | 0.10 | 0.15 | 130–150 |
| 150 Mesh | 0.065 | 0.10 | 80–100 |
| 200 Mesh | 0.053 | 0.07 | 60–70 |
| Weave Type | Structure Feature | Filtration Accuracy | Typical Application |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plain Weave | Simple over-under | Medium | General filtration |
| Twill Weave | Tighter structure | High | Fine filtration |
| Dutch Weave | Warp & weft unequal | Very High | Precision filtration |
| Industry | Recommended Mesh | Material Grade | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hydraulic Oil | 100–200 Mesh | 316L | High pressure resistance |
| Chemical Processing | 150–300 Mesh | 316 / 316L | Corrosion resistant |
| Marine Filtration | 60–150 Mesh | 316L | Saltwater resistance |
| Food & Beverage | 80–200 Mesh | 316L Food Grade | Hygienic & reusable |
| Fuel Filtration | 120–250 Mesh | 316L | Stable filtration |
