Fast delivery of wire mesh productsWhen it comes to selecting the right type of metal mesh for a project, there’s a multitude of options available, each with its distinct characteristics and applications.
Among these, epoxy coated black metal mesh stands out with our customers for its strength, durability, and aesthetic appeal.
This comprehensive guide dives deep into the process of how black epoxy steel woven wire mesh is made, its primary uses, and why it’s often the preferred choice over other metal meshes.
Let’s get into it….
Creating epoxy coated black metal mesh is a process that begins with the base metal, which is usually steel, which is coated with epoxy. In order to form the mesh, steel is used since it is known for its high tensile strength and durability.
Selection of Base Metal
- Steel Selection: In order to begin the process, high-quality steel must first be selected. In the case of epoxy coated mesh, the steel is ordinarily in the form of wires, chosen according to their thickness, which in the case of wire mesh is typically around 0.7mm in thickness.
Weaving Process
- Weaving the Steel: As soon as the steel wires have been selected, they are then woven into a mesh. As a result, specifications such as mesh count, wire thickness, and hole size come into play in this process. There are 8 holes per linear inch in our epoxy coated black metal mesh, which translates to 64 holes per square inch, which is a mesh count of 8 holes per linear inch. There is a precise weaving process that ensures uniformity in the size and spacing of the holes, which in this case, is a 2.47mm aperture.
Epoxy Coating Application
- Applying the Epoxy Coating: Upon weaving the mesh, the mesh is then coated with epoxy, which is a critical step in making the mesh durable. In order to harden the epoxy resin, the mesh is passed through a bath of epoxy resin, which is then cured (hardened) using heat. Besides giving the mesh its characteristic black color, this coating also adds an additional layer of protection against elements such as moisture and chemicals, enhancing the mesh’s corrosion resistance to the elements.
Quality Checks
- Inspection and Quality Control: In the final stage, a thorough quality check is carried out. A thorough inspection of the mesh is conducted to determine parameters such as the uniformity of the weave, the consistency of the epoxy coating, and the overall structural integrity of the mesh.
Due to the heat involved, it is common for the mesh to bow and deform. This always triggers a rejection of the material.
As always, thank you for checking out our blog. We hope that this helps you with your project. We try to launch a couple of new guides every week. Eventually we will have covered everything there is to cover about mesh.
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