Custom Stainless Steel Expanded Metal Supply
201, 304, 316, and 316L expanded metal for corrosion-resistant applications
We supply custom stainless steel expanded metal with controlled openings, sheet dimensions, surface conditions, and packing for industrial buyers, project contractors, distributors, and OEM manufacturers.
What Is Stainless Steel Expanded Metal?
Stainless steel expanded metal is made by slitting and stretching stainless steel sheet into a continuous diamond opening pattern. It provides strength, airflow, visibility, stable openings, and corrosion resistance without welded intersections.
YueChu Metal supplies custom stainless steel expanded metal sheets for filtration, food processing equipment, chemical systems, marine environments, machine guards, walkways, screens, and architectural panels.
- Available in 201, 304, 316, and 316L stainless steel grades.
- Strong corrosion resistance for demanding industrial environments.
- Custom openings, thicknesses, sheet sizes, and surface conditions.
- Suitable for filtration, food, chemical, marine, and architectural use.
304 vs. 316 Stainless Steel Expanded Metal
Grade 304 is widely used for general industrial, food, filtration, and architectural applications. Grade 316 contains molybdenum and is commonly selected for marine, chemical, and higher-corrosion environments.
Applications of Stainless Steel Expanded Metal
Typical uses include filtration support, food processing equipment, chemical processing, marine systems, machine guards, walkways in corrosive environments, screens, and architectural panels.
Stainless Steel Expanded Metal Measurement Guide
For accurate quotation and production, expanded metal mesh should be measured by SWD (Short Way of Diamond), LWD (Long Way of Diamond), strand width, sheet thickness, sheet width, and sheet length. These expanded metal mesh specifications directly affect opening size, weight, strength, ventilation rate, and application performance.
When sending an inquiry for stainless steel expanded metal, it is recommended to provide the parameters below for faster quotation and production.
- TL / SWD: Short way of the mesh opening.
- TB / LWD: Long way of the mesh opening.
- d: Sheet thickness of the original metal plate.
- b: Strand width of the metal rib.
- B: Overall sheet width.
- L: Overall sheet length.
Available Stainless Steel Grades
| Product | Stainless Steel Expanded Metal / Stainless Steel Expanded Metal Sheet |
|---|---|
| Material | Stainless steel 201, 304, 316, 316L, and custom grades on request |
| Opening Pattern | Diamond opening; available in raised and flattened profiles |
| Surface Treatment | Mill finish, pickled, polished, and custom finish on request |
| Custom Options | Opening size, strand width, thickness, panel size, edge trimming, and packing |
| Applications | Filtration support, food processing equipment, chemical systems, marine environments, machine guards, walkways, screens, and architectural panels |
Product Gallery
Below are typical stainless steel expanded metal styles for corrosion-resistant industrial and architectural uses. More grades, sizes, and finishes can be customized.
Why Buyers Choose YueChu Stainless Steel Expanded Metal
We help buyers select a suitable stainless steel grade and stainless steel expanded metal sheet specification based on the operating environment, fabrication method, corrosion exposure, hygiene requirements, and project drawings.
- 201, 304, 316, and 316L grades for different corrosion requirements.
- Custom raised or flattened patterns, openings, thicknesses, and panel sizes.
- Mill finish, pickled, polished, and passivated surface options.
- Protected export packing for bulk, project, and OEM orders.
Stainless Steel Expanded Metal FAQ
What stainless steel grades are available?
We supply stainless steel expanded metal in 201, 304, 316, and 316L grades. Grade selection depends on corrosion exposure, hygiene requirements, operating environment, and fabrication needs.
What is the difference between 304 and 316 stainless steel expanded metal?
Grade 304 is a common choice for general industrial, food, filtration, and architectural uses. Grade 316 contains molybdenum and offers better resistance in marine, chloride, and chemical environments.
Which grade is better for marine or chemical use?
Grade 316 or 316L is generally preferred for marine, chloride, and many chemical environments. Final selection should consider the specific chemical, concentration, temperature, and service conditions.
Can you produce custom stainless steel expanded metal sheets?
Yes. We support custom grade, opening size, strand width, thickness, sheet dimensions, raised or flattened profile, surface condition, and export packing based on drawings or samples.
What information is needed for a quotation?
Please send the stainless grade, thickness, SWD, LWD, strand width, sheet size, surface finish, quantity, application, and destination port for an accurate quotation.