Nickel Alloy Metal Mesh
Nichrome wire mesh (aka Nichrome 80-20) is a nickel-chromium alloy, with a small silicon (1.25%) addition, originally designed as a high-performance electrical resistance alloy. In the wire cloth world, Nichrome V is used in high-temperature settings, and its high chromium (~80%) and nickel (~20%) composition gives it good oxidation resistance up to ~2150°F. Given the low temperature coefficient of resistance that Nichrome 80-20 wire mesh possesses, it is able to heat up quickly, maintain stable temperatures, and handle fluctuating temperatures in its environment.
| Chemical Composition（%） | |||||
| C | Mn | S | Si | Cr | Ni |
| 0-0.15 | 0-1 | 0-0.01 | 0.75-1.75 | 19-21 | Balance |
| Mesh Size | Wire Diameter |
| 4mesh | 1mm |
| 20mesh | 0.4mm |
| 30mesh | 0.2mm |
| 30mesh | 0.2×0.25mm |
| 40mesh | 0.25mm |
| 60mesh | 0.19mm |
| 80mesh | 0.12mm |
| 100mesh | 0.09mm |
| 200mesh | 0.04mm |
| 200x1400mesh |
Some characteristics of Nichrome V wire cloth which dictate its use are:
Nichrome 80-20 wire cloth is principally used in high-temperature and rapidly fluctuating temperature environments. Some examples of common applications include resistance heating elements and oil & gas applications. Additional industries and applications which commonly use Nichrome 80-20 wire cloth include:
