| Chemical composition(%) | |||||
| C | Si | Mn | P | S | Cr |
| ≦0.12 | ≦1.0 | ≦1.0 | ≦0.04 | ≦0.03 | 16-18 |
- Weaving type: plain, twill, dutch, crimped
- Mesh count: 1-100 mesh, 50/500 mesh
- Commonly referred: SS430, UNS S43000, SUS430
Stainless Steel Wire Mesh
430 stainless steel wire mesh is the most commonly used ferritic stainless steel alloy, and has a chromium content of 16-18%. Being a ferritic stainless steel, 430 cannot be strengthened or hardened by heat treatment, but is more resistant to chemical attack and high temperatures when compared to 410 stainless steel. As such, 430 stainless steel displays good resistance to nitric acid, some organic acids, and a broad mix of other corrosive environments.
| Chemical composition(%) | |||||
| C | Si | Mn | P | S | Cr |
| ≦0.12 | ≦1.0 | ≦1.0 | ≦0.04 | ≦0.03 | 16-18 |
430 stainless steel wire cloth is principally used with food products, chemicals, and appliances given its previously mentioned resistance to nitric and organic acids. 430 has similar resistance to crevice corrosion and pitting as 304, thus 304 is selected over 430 where improved welding and cold forming ability is required. When improved welding, cold forming, and significantly better corrosion resistance is required, 316 is selected over 430. In a cost critical setting that can accept lower corrosion resistance, 410L may be chosen over 430.
