Why Use a Metal Mesh Air Filter?

Why Use a Metal Mesh Air Filter? (Definition, Benefits, and Cost)

From retail stores to car shops, airborne contaminants and allergens are all around us. This leaves air system manufacturers with the daunting task of identifying a filter media that can prevent their systems from circulating these potentially harmful airborne particles.

Despite there being a wide range of filter media to choose from, metal mesh is a standout solution. It delivers a balance of several beneficial qualities that can make for a safer environment.

But are metal mesh air filters the solution your air filtration systems call for?

the following article will provide insight into why you may want to consider incorporating metal mesh air filters. You will learn:

  • What metal mesh is
  • What an air filter is
  • The benefits metal mesh delivers to air filtration systems
  • How much metal mesh cost

What Is Metal Mesh?

Metal mesh, also referred to as woven wire mesh, is often defined as a network of metallic wires interlocked together using a stringent weaving process. This creates pore openings that deliver the rigidity and precision needed to deliver optimal filtration performance.

With that said, parameters such as wire diameter, mesh count, weave pattern, and alloy can all be customized.

What Is an Air Filter?

Why Use a Metal Mesh Air Filter?

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Air filters are filtration mediums specifically designed to remove potentially harmful particles, such as mold, dust, and certain bacteria, from the air. This can help keep unpleasant odors at bay and, more importantly, protect visiting patrons from the hazards associated with these particle.

Why Use Woven Metal Mesh?

Metal mesh offers several beneficial qualities that allow it to be applied to countless filtration applications. In regards to air filters, the customization, durability, and cleanability it delivers are the qualities that help distinguish metal mesh from other air filter solutions.

Customization

As stated above, you can design metal mesh to feature the mesh specifications. This will help ensure your air filtration system can properly remove unwanted airborne particles.

Metal mesh can also be formed to accommodate virtually any air filtration operation. There are several post weaving processes that can be applied to bend, cut, stamp, and otherwise alter metal mesh without sacrificing the accuracy of the pore openings.

Durability

Air filters are commonly constructed from various papers or cotton as they are relatively inexpensive materials. That said, they are vastly less durable than metal mesh and must be replaced more often.

This not only costs money to purchase replacement filters but causes increased downtime that can leave visitors susceptible to inhaling airborne contaminants.

Metal mesh, however, is constructed from metallic alloys, such as stainless steel, thus, has an increased level of durability. Not only does this mean the mesh can withstand the impact of abrasive particles better, but it also has superior resistance to various corrosive materials.

Cleanability

Possibly the most significant quality offered by metal mesh is its cleanability. When using paper or cotton filters, once the filter becomes dirty, it must be replaced as the particles become entangled in the fibers.

Now, as metal mesh is typically made from stainless steel, it can easily be cleaned. This is commonly done by simply wiping the filter clean with a damp cloth; however, there are several other cleaning options that can be applied to metal mesh filters.

How Much Does Metal Mesh Cost?

There is no set price for metal mesh filters as they are unique to the customer and application. Instead, pricing is based on the many specifications you choose to incorporate.

These specifications include :

  • Wire diameter
  • Mesh count
  • Alloy
  • The dimension of the mesh (i.e., mesh rolls, cut-to-size pieces, or fabricated components)
  • Any value-added services needed (i.e., calendering or forming)

Now, you begin to get an idea of how much a metal mesh air filter will cost you by submitting a quote request with as much information about what your air filtration system requires. This can be done using one of the following avenues:

  • Go to our contact us page and fill out the form
  • Email your configuration and contact information to our sales team at wm@haverstandard.com
  • Reach out to us via phone at 022 66661112 / 3