Question 1

What is knitted wire mesh used for?

Accepted Answer

Knitted wire mesh is used for mist elimination, filtration, EMI/RFI shielding, gaskets, mufflers, engine breathers and catalyst supports. Its interlocking loop structure gives it controlled compressibility and a very high surface area-to-volume ratio.

Question 2

What is the difference between knitted and woven wire mesh?

Accepted Answer

Woven mesh has a fixed grid of straight wires and is rigid. Knitted mesh is made from a single continuous wire formed into interlocking loops, giving it elasticity, compressibility and the ability to be formed into complex shapes — making it ideal for filtration, separation and shielding.

Question 3

What materials is knitted wire mesh available in?

Accepted Answer

SMI supplies knitted mesh in stainless steel (304, 316, 316L), copper, aluminium, nickel, monel, Teflon (PTFE) and galvanised steel. Multi-material constructions are also available.

Question 4

What is a demister pad and how does it work?

Accepted Answer

A demister pad (mist eliminator) is a layered knitted mesh pad installed in distillation columns, scrubbers and separators. Gas passes through the mesh while entrained liquid droplets coalesce on the wires and drain back, producing a dry gas stream.

Question 5

Can SMI supply custom mesh shapes and sizes?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We fabricate discs, cylinders, rings, rectangles, ovals and compressed panels to your drawing or sample, in any of our supported wire materials.

Industrial Knitted Wire Mesh Products

Knitted Wire Mesh (Rolls, Tapes & Panels)

Demister Pads & Mist Eliminators

Compressed Mesh Panel Filters

EMI Shielding Mesh Tape

Knitted Mesh Gaskets, Mufflers & Engine Breathers

Electrowinning & Electrorefining Mesh

Custom Fabricated Shapes

Knitted wire mesh — common questions

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