Material Overview
Fine Silver Electrical Contact Fabrication Material
Silver has great chemical stability and ductility. It is the best metal for electrical and thermal conductivity, properties which are useful in a number of wire mesh applications. Silver wire screen is often used by aviation, aerospace, electronic, electric and other various industries. The standard ASTM B742 is approved for use by agencies of the Department of Defense.
Silver Fact Sheet
| Composition | [Ag min. 99.9%, Cu 0.05-0.1%] |
| Specifications | ASTM B742 |
| Density | 0.380 lbs/in³ |
| Tensile Strength | 25 ksi* |
| Elongation | 25%* |
| Melt | 1761° F |
* Tensile strength and elongation are for annealed 0.010″ wire diameter. Please note that material performance data is provided a reference guide only… There are many factors involved in wire cloth performance, so please consult with an experienced engineer before choosing the metal best suited for your unique needs!
Silver Mesh Stock Items
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Mesh
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Wire Diameter
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Opening / Open Area
|
Roll Width
|
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 x 20 | 0.016″ | 0.034″ / 46.2% | 36″ |
| 40 x 32 | 0.0075″ | 0.0175″ x 0.0238″ / 53.2% | 36″ |
Note that we weave wire mesh, so many other specs can be woven per request.
Specification Charts
| Alloy / Number | Cr | Ni | C | Mn Max. | Si Max. | P Max. | S. Max. | Other Elements |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 304 Stainless Steel Mesh | 18.0 – 20.0 | 8.0 – 11.0 | 0.08 Max | 2.0 | 1.0 | 0.04 | 0.03 | – |
| 304L Stainless Steel Mesh | 18.0 – 20.0 | 8.0 – 11.0 | 0.08 Max | 2.0 | 1.0 | 0.04 | 0.03 | – |
| 309 Stainless Steel Mesh | 18.0 – 20.0 | 8.0 – 11.0 | 0.08 Max | 2.0 | 1.0 | 0.04 | 0.03 | – |
| 310 Stainless Steel Mesh | 18.0 – 20.0 | 8.0 – 11.0 | 0.08 Max | 2.0 | 1.0 | 0.04 | 0.03 | – |
| 314 Stainless Steel Mesh | 18.0 – 20.0 | 8.0 – 11.0 | 0.08 Max | 2.0 | 1.0 | 0.04 | 0.03 | – |
| 316 Stainless Steel Mesh | 18.0 – 20.0 | 8.0 – 11.0 | 0.08 Max | 2.0 | 1.0 | 0.04 | 0.03 | – |