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Stainless Steel Mesh Catalogue

Steel & Tube Stainless are proud to introduce a range of quality stainless steel mesh and wedge wire grating systems.
This Catalogue has been created to aid in product selection, provide detailed product specifications and to assist you with the ordering process.

Our mesh is available in 304 and 316 grade Stainless Steel and can be used for: Balustrading Exterior Facades Sun Filters Wall Claddings Walkways Interior Screens and Partitioning Awnings Shop Fittings Sieves Drainage Covers

There are of course many other potential uses for stainless steel mesh, so please feel free to contact us and discuss whatever your requirements may be. You really are only limited by your own imagination.

The information contained herein is subject to change without prior notice and should not be used as an infallible guide.

General Information
HOW TO ORDER
Should you require further information or wish to order any of the products in this catalogue please contact your nearest Steel & Tube Stainless branch (as listed on the inside front cover).

STAINLESS STEEL COMPOSITION

Stainless steel is a name given to a group of steel alloys that contain more than 10.5% Chromium. Chromium has a high affinity for oxygen and forms a stable oxide film on the surface of stainless steel. The film is called the passive oxide layer and forms instantaneously in ordinary atmospheres. The film is self healing and rebuilds when it has been removed. It is this film that gives stainless steel its corrosion resistance.

STAINLESS STEEL GRADES

Grade 304 is made up of 18% Chromium 8% Nickel and offers good corrosion resistance. Grade 304 is the most common stainless steel grade produced and satisfies a broad demand for adequate performance at an affordable price. Whilst useful for interior applications, Grade 304 is not suitable for many marine or exterior applications. Grade 316 is also known as Marine Grade Stainless Steel. Grade 316 has 2-3% added Molybdenum which improves its corrosion resistance. Grade 316 is particularly resistant to salt water corrosion, therefore making it ideal for most exterior applications.

CORROSION DEFINITION
When stainless steel is produced, the chromium forms an outer oxide layer. As long as this layer remains intact the stainless steel remains passive. Once the oxide layer begins to breakdown, the stainless steel becomes active and its corrosion resistance is reduced. Rust stain is the obvious visible evidence of corrosion activity.

STAINLESS STEEL TEA STAINING

Stainless steel may suffer from a brown discolouration, or tea staining over time. This problem mostly occurs within about five kilometres of the beachfront, and worsens closer to the source. Other environmental factors may also contribute to the problem such as wind exposure, pollution and elevated temperatures. This problem is visual impairment only, and does not affect the structural strength or life of the stainless steel product.

MAINTENANCE AND PROTECTION

Washing stainless steel can help to reduce tea staining, and should be an important project design consideration. Best results are achieved with a soap/mild detergent and warm water wash - followed by a rinse of clean cold water. See the table below for recommended cleaning frequency.

RECOMMENDED CLEANING FREQUENCY TABLE

This represents a recommended frequency for cleaning of grade 304 stainless steel under general conditions.

ENVIRONMENT BUILDING ELEMENT

RESIDENTIAL - SUBURBAN & RURAL AREAS (NON-SEASIDE)

Roof and wall rain washed Airborne contaminants Accumulated Deposits At least twice per year Eaves, soffit and undereave wall rain washed Airborne contaminants At least once or twice per year Accumulated Deposits At least two or three times per year

SEASIDE/INDUSTRIAL AND SEVERE URBAN AREAS

Roof and wall rain washed Airborne contaminants At least once per year Accumulated Deposits At least twice per year Eaves, soffit and undereave wall rain washed Airborne contaminants At least two or three times per year Accumulated Deposits At least three or four times per year

RECOMMENDED CLEANING FREQUENCY (S30400)

At least once per year

NB: Cleaning frequency may be less for other grades but it depends on the surface finish and precise details of the structural design, its environment, cleaning methods and the expectation of performance.

Standard Mesh
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Swatch samples shown are approximately actual size.

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WELDED MESH
PIC # CODE SQUARES PER INCH 1x1 2x2 4x4 APERTURE (mm) 23.4 11.10 5.55 WIRE DIAMETER (mm) 1.60 1.60 0.80 WEIGHT kg/m2 1.25 2.53 1.25 S/S GRADE 304 * * *

2 1 12 2 3 M400116W M400216W M400408W

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WOVEN MESH
PIC # 14 4 M4002G16 M4004G16 M4004G18 M4006G21 M4008G26 M4010G25 M4014G23 M4016G31 M4020G31 M4020G31/1550 M4030G31 M404G34 M4050G36 M4060G36 M4408G40 M4100G42 CODE SQUARES PER INCH 4x4 4x4 4x4 6x6 8x8 10 x 10 14 x 14 16 x 16 20 x 20 20 x 20 30 x 30 40 x 40 50 x 50 60 x 60 80 x 80 100 x 100 APERTURE (mm) 11.10 4.75 5.15 3.43 2.72 2.04 1.24 1.29 0.98 0.98 0.55 0.40 0.31 0.23 0.19 0.15 WIRE DIAMETER (mm) 1.60 1.60 1.20 0.80 0.45 0.50 0.57 0.29 0.29 0.29 0.29 0.23 0.19 0.19 0.12 0.10 WEIGHT kg/m2 2.53 5.07 2.73 1.85 0.79 1.23 2.20 0.66 0.83 0.83 1.24 1.03 0.90 1.10 0.55 0.47 S/S GRADE 304 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *

5 15 6 7

8 16 9 10

11 17 12 13

8 14 18 15 16 9 17 19 18 19 10 *Denotes normal stock holding. Other sizes and Grade 316 available on request. All Standard Mesh supplied roll form 1m x 30m.

Designer Mesh
Swatch samples shown are approximately actual size.
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DESIGNER MESH
PIC # CODE APERTURE (mm) WIRE DIAMETER (mm) 2.00 2.50 0.71 0.56 2.0/2 x 1.25 2.5/2.0 4.0/2 x 4.0 OPEN AREA (%) 52 69 44 34 57 53 70 WEIGHT kg/m2 6.60 5.30 3.20 3.00 5.60 7.40 8.50 STANDARD SHEET SIZE 2500 x 1200 2500 x 1200 2500 x 1200 2500 x 1200 2500 x 1200 2500 x 1200 2500 x 1200 S/S GRADE 316 * * * * * * *

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

MONO WEAVE MONO SQUARE PROTECTA HERRINGBONE DUO WEAVE UNO WEAVE DUO ROBUSTO

2.50 x 30 12.50 x 12.50 1.40 x 1.40 0.71 x 0.90 4.00 x 15.00 12.50 x 3.55 11.20 x 150.00

*Denotes normal stock holding. Other sheet sizes available on request minimum order quantities may apply.

Wedge Wire Grating

Wedge wire has a number of commercial, industrial and design applications, for example: Walkways Roading/Drainage Commercial kitchen channel grating Wet areas Filter screens
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Sieves Partitioning Feature walls Signage boards

WEDGE WIRE GRATING

PIC # 1 2 3 4 DESIGN TYPE Heelguard Slotted Perforated Stainless Mesh STANDARD SIZE 1000 x 123mm 1000 x 123mm 1000 x 123mm 1000 x 123mm DEPTH 20mm 20mm 20mm 20mm S/S GRADE 304 304 304 304 STOCK ITEM * *

*Denotes normal stock holding. Grade 316 Stainless Steel available on request.

Wedge wire grating can be custom made to suit requirements, available on an indent basis.

Wedge Wire Grating

Design options for various size grates can include applications such as: Pedestrian footpaths Carparks Landscaping Light vehicle traffic areas

Typical section diagram of wedge wire grating The wire head width can be 3 or 5mm.

EDGE BAR

WIRE HEAD

GAP SIZE

LOAD BAR LOAD BAR WELDED TO EDGE BAR

LOAD BARS EVENLY SPACED

Loading ranges between 10kN and 150kN depending on requirements. The gap between the wire heads is variable depending on requirements. The grating may be framed or unframed, and can also have extra bracing for added strength.

Conveyor Belt Mesh

Conveyor belt mesh is flexible enough to allow individually tailored designs to suit individual applications. The belts can be made 5 metres wide (plus) depending on the style and length required. Handling and installation techniques should also be well considered. The wire can be round or flat and the crossing bars can be crimped (as in the illustration below) or straight. Conveyor belt mesh is available on indent only. (Lead time approximately 8-10 weeks from placement of order)

DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS
D = Cross wire diameter (mm)

T ST d D T

T = Distance between crossing wire (mm) d = Spiral wire diameter (mm)

ST = Pitch of cross wire

e = Thickness of belt

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Balanced Weave Mesh

Balanced weave mesh can be used for interior/exterior cladding, staircase panelling and as a lowering element for ceilings. Balanced weave mesh is also able to be tailored to individual requirements. Contact us to discuss what you require. Balanced weave mesh is available on indent only. (Lead time approximately 8-10 weeks from placement of order)

Fine Line

Fine Plat

Multi Weave

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