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316Ti Stainless Steel 316Ti Wire Mesh Stock

Published: November 11, 2025 | Updated: November 11, 2025By Gangsteel Engineering Team – 25+ Years in Stainless Steel Export Excellence

In the specialized domain of stainless steels compliant with ASTM A240/A240M – 316Ti (UNS S31635) for base material and ASTM A580 for wire, 316Ti wire mesh stock is optimized for filtration, screening, and separation in high-temperature and corrosive environments, benefiting from titanium stabilization for enhanced durability.

As a premier producer and exporter based in China, Gangsteel has supplied thousands of tons of 316Ti stainless steel, meeting ASTM A240/A240M specs for plates and sheets used in wire mesh production, to industries like petrochemical, pharmaceutical, and marine.

If you're sourcing 316Ti wire mesh stock under ASME SA240/SA240M for filters or screens where corrosion resistance, mesh size, and strength are critical, understanding available stock, specs, and properties is essential. This article explores 316Ti wire mesh stock, specifications, and insights, based on ASTM A240/A240M – 316Ti (UNS S31635) and ASTM A580 standards and our mill data.

From our production lines, we've seen 316Ti wire mesh stock in action: In a 2024 U.S. pharmaceutical filtration system, our 316Ti mesh under ASTM A240/A240M and ASTM A580 withstood sterilizing steam at 150°C without corrosion or degradation, maintaining mesh integrity for 2 years as per client flow tests. Compliant with ASME SA240/SA240M for pressure-related apps, 316Ti's density of 8.00 g/cm³ supports lightweight yet robust designs. Let's delve into the stock details, from composition to availability, to guide your procurement.

 

Summary

316Ti stainless steel wire mesh stock, compliant with ASTM A240/A240M – 316Ti (UNS S31635) for material and ASTM A580 for wire, offers mesh sizes 4-400 (wire dia. 0.025-2.0mm), apertures 0.05-5mm, widths up to 2m, with tensile 515 MPa min and yield 205 MPa min for high-strength screening. Titanium stabilization ensures IGC resistance at 425-815°C, with density 8.00 g/cm³, PREN 23-28. Stock in woven/plain/Dutch weaves; priced $4,000-6,000/ton FOB 2025. Equivalent to EN 1.4571; superior to 316L in heat. Ideal for filters; Gangsteel stocks with certs for custom needs.

 

Chemical Composition: Basis for Wire Mesh Stock

The chemical composition of 316Ti, as per ASTM A240/A240M – 316Ti (UNS S31635) and ASTM A580, is optimized for wire mesh stock properties, with titanium ensuring stability in corrosives.

Element

% Range or Max

Role in Wire Mesh Stock

Carbon (C)

0.08 max

Low for weldable mesh joints.

Manganese (Mn)

2.00 max

Aids formability in mesh weaving.

Silicon (Si)

0.75 max

Improves oxidation for mesh surfaces.

Phosphorus (P)

0.045 max

Limited for mesh toughness.

Sulfur (S)

0.030 max

Controlled for mesh machinability.

Chromium (Cr)

16.00-18.00

Enhances corrosion for marine mesh.

Molybdenum (Mo)

2.00-3.00

Boosts pitting in chemical mesh.

Nickel (Ni)

10.00-14.00

Stabilizes for mesh ductility.

Titanium (Ti)

5x(C+N) min, 0.70 max

Stabilizes for high-temp mesh apps.

Nitrogen (N)

0.10 max

Strengthens for high-tension mesh.

Iron (Fe)

Balance

Base for robust stock.

This composition under ASTM A240/A240M ensures mesh stock meets mechanical specs.

Gangsteel's 316Ti meets ASME SA240/SA240M for certified use.

For uns stainless steel plates, mesh blank stock available.

 

Mechanical Properties: Strength for Wire Mesh Stock

316Ti's mechanical properties, per ASTM A240/A240M and ASME SA240/SA240M, support wire mesh stock with robust performance.

Property

Minimum Value

Typical Range

Notes for Wire Mesh Stock

Tensile Strength (MPa)

515

550-700

High for tensioned mesh.

Yield Strength (MPa)

205

220-300

Good for mesh deformation.

Elongation (%)

40

45-55

Ductility for mesh weaving.

Hardness (HRB max)

95

80-90

Low for mesh machining.

Impact (Charpy J)

Not req.

100+ at RT

Tough for impact mesh.

SA240 specs ensure mesh strength; Gangsteel's exceed for high-tension.

For SA240 Type 316Ti, mesh options robust.

 

Physical Properties: Supporting Stock Efficiency

Physical properties of 316Ti, compliant with ASTM A240/A240M and ASME SA240/SA240M, aid wire mesh stock design.

Property

Value

Notes for Wire Mesh Stock

Density (g/cm³)

8.00

Efficient for mesh weight.

Melting Range (°C)

1370-1400

High for thermal mesh apps.

Thermal Conductivity (W/m·K)

14.6 (at 100°C)

Good for heat-dissipating mesh.

Specific Heat (J/kg·K)

500

Efficient for mesh cycling.

Thermal Expansion (10^-6 /°C)

16.5 (20-100°C)

Low distortion in mesh.

Modulus (GPa)

193

Stiffness for mesh loads.

Electrical Resistivity (μΩ·cm)

74

Moderate for mesh uses.

These ensure stock efficiency.

 

Corrosion Resistance: For Wire Mesh Stock

316Ti's corrosion resistance, per ASTM A240/A240M and ASME SA240/SA240M, is ideal for wire mesh stock in corrosives.

  • Uniform: <0.1 mm/year in acids.
  • IGC: Resistant with Ti for mesh welds.
  • SCC: Good in chlorides for marine mesh.
  • Pitting: PREN 23-28 for mesh pitting.

Weldability and Fabrication: For Wire Mesh Stock

316Ti is highly weldable per ASTM A240/A240M, with Ti preventing sensitization in mesh joints. Fillers ER316L.

Gangsteel's 316Ti SA240 Type 316Ti excels in mesh fab.

Applications: Where Wire Mesh Stock Shines

316Ti wire mesh stock suits chemical filters (fine mesh corrosion), marine screens (pitting resistance).

In Gangsteel's supply to U.S. pharma, 316Ti mesh endured without failure.

Equivalents: Global Stock Alternatives

Equivalents: EN 1.4571 (similar mesh stock). For A240 GR 316Ti, equivalents match.

Sourcing from Gangsteel: Wire Mesh Stock and Pricing

Gangsteel stocks 316Ti wire mesh (mesh 4-400, wire 0.025-2.0mm) at $4,000-6,000/ton FOB 2025. Custom, certs. Contact for stock pricing.

 

FAQ: 316Ti Stainless Steel Wire Mesh Stock Questions Answered

Q: What mesh sizes are available in 316Ti wire mesh stock?

A: 316Ti wire mesh stock available in mesh counts 4-400 (apertures 0.05-5mm), wire diameters 0.025-2.0mm, widths up to 2m, with woven, plain, Dutch, and twill weaves for filtration.

Q: What is the chemical composition of 316Ti for wire mesh stock?

A: For wire mesh stock, C 0.08% max, Cr 16-18%, Mo 2-3%, Ni 10-14%, Ti 0.70% max, Mn 2% max, Si 0.75% max, P 0.045% max, S 0.03% max, N 0.10% max, Fe balance, ensuring high-strength corrosion.

Q: What mechanical properties apply to 316Ti wire mesh stock?

A: Minimum tensile 515 MPa, yield 205 MPa, elongation 40%, hardness 95 HRB max for 316Ti wire mesh stock, providing robust performance in tension and pressure.

Q: What weaves are available in 316Ti wire mesh stock?

A: 316Ti wire mesh stock available in plain weave (for general filter), Dutch weave (for fine filter), twill weave (for high-strength), and reverse Dutch for specific flow, with custom patterns.

Q: What is the density of 316Ti for wire mesh stock?

A: Density is 8.00 g/cm³ for 316Ti wire mesh stock, yielding ~0.5-2 kg/m² depending on mesh for weight calcs.

Q: What is the hardness of 316Ti wire mesh stock?

A: Maximum hardness 95 HRB or 217 HB for 316Ti wire mesh stock in annealed condition, soft for bending while maintaining strength.

Q: What is the yield strength of 316Ti for wire mesh?

A: Minimum yield strength 205 MPa for 316Ti wire mesh, with typical 220-300 MPa, providing excellent deformation resistance for high-tension screening.

 

 

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