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Nickel-chromium alloy mesh

Nichrome mesh is made of nickel-chromium (Ni-Cr) alloy. Due to its excellent oxidation resistance and thermal stability, it is widely used in heat treating, industrial furnaces and other high temperature applications.

Nickel-chromium alloy mesh
Nickel-chromium alloy mesh

Technical parameters

CategoryDetails
Weaving TypesCrimped Mesh, Plain Weave, Twill Weave, Welded Mesh
Wire Diameter0.05 mm – 5 mm
Mesh Count2 to 400+ openings per inch
Available FormsRolls, Sheets, Custom-Cut Shapes, Heat-Treatment Baskets or Trays

Note: The above parameters can be optimized and customized according to working conditions.

Common Nichrome Alloys

Alloy GradeCompositionMaximum Operating TemperatureBest Suited For
Nichrome 6060% Nickel, 16% Chromium, 24% Iron2,100 °F (1,150 °C)General heating elements
Nichrome 80/2080% Nickel, 20% Chromium2,200 °F (1,200 °C)High-performance heating
Nichrome 70/3070% Nickel, 30% Chromium2,300 °F (1,260 °C)Extreme heat applications
Nickel-chromium alloy mesh
Nickel-chromium alloy mesh

Comparison: Nichrome Mesh vs Kanthal Mesh vs Inconel Mesh

PropertyNichrome Mesh (Nickel-Chromium Alloy)Kanthal Mesh (Fe-Cr-Al Alloy)Inconel Mesh (Nickel Alloy)
Maximum Operating Temperature2,300 °F (1,260 °C)2,500 °F (1,370 °C)2,200 °F (1,200 °C)
Oxidation ResistanceExcellentSuperiorExcellent
Relative CostLowModerateHigh
Best ApplicationsHeat treatment, general heating elementsUltra-high temperature environments, industrial furnacesCombined resistance to corrosion and heat

The main features of nickel-chromium alloy mesh:

Nickel-chromium alloy mesh

 

High melting point (~2550°F / 1400°C)

Excellent oxidation resistance (forms a protective Cr₂O₃ layer)

Resists thermal fatigue and deformation

Cost-effective compared to high-temperature alloys such as Inconel

Product application industry

– Heat treatment baskets or trays
– Aerospace and defense
– Heat shields, rocket nozzle bushings
– Laboratory equipment
– High-temperature filters, combustion screens
– Automotive
– Glow plugs, exhaust gas sensors
– Food industry
– Baking conveyors, infrared heaters

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