Expanded Titanium Mesh - Using the ductility of metal as a pen, it is formed through integral stretching. It achieves the lightweight miracle of "zero material waste", and its continuous mesh structure brings unparalleled overall strength and fatigue resistance. It is the ideal skeleton for load-bearing, filtration, and protection in harsh environments.
Perforated Titanium Sheet - Using precision molds as a ruler, it is formed through regular punching. With its extremely high dimensional accuracy and virtually limitless freedom in pattern design, it strikes a balance between function and aesthetics. It is an artistic solution for achieving precise screening, modern decoration, and efficient ventilation.
Specification Comparison: Expanded Titanium Mesh vs. Perforated Titanium Sheet
Item Category | Expanded Titanium Mesh | Perforated Titanium Sheet |
Common Materials | TA1, TA2 (Commercial pure titanium, emphasizing corrosion resistance) | TA1, TA2 (Commercial pure titanium, emphasizing corrosion resistance and formability) |
Key Parameters | Sheet Thickness (TB): 0.2mm ~ 2.0mm
Strand Width (SW): 0.3mm ~ 3.0mm
Long Pitch (L): 5mm ~ 30mm (Common: 10, 15, 20mm)
Short Pitch (S): 3mm ~ 15mm (Common: 5, 7, 10mm) | Sheet Thickness: 0.5mm ~ 5.0mm
Hole Diameter: 0.5mm ~ 20.0mm
Center Distance: 1.0mm ~ 25.0mm
Arrangement: In-line, Staggered |
Standard Model Example | EX-Ti-1.0×1.5×5×10
(Interpretation: Titanium, 1.0mm thick, 1.5mm strand width, 5mm short pitch, 10mm long pitch) | PE-Ti-1.5-Φ3-5S
(Interpretation: Titanium, 1.5mm thick, Φ3mm hole, 5mm center distance, Staggered) |
Open Area | Medium (approx. 30% - 60%)
Determined by pitch and strand width. | Wide Range (approx. 15% - 80%)
Precisely calculated from hole diameter and center distance. |
Main Features | 1. Integral forming, no material loss, high strength.
2. Excellent integrity of mesh surface, resistant to loosening.
3. Lightweight, cost-effective. | 1. Regular patterns, high precision, excellent consistency.
2. Good rigidity, strong load-bearing capacity.
3. Extremely high design freedom, customizable hole types. |
Primary Applications | • Catalyst support baskets in chemical towers
• Filter skeletons & protective meshes in corrosive environments
• Ceiling & facade grilles for architectural decoration | • Precision screening & filtration (Mining, Food, Pharma)
• Interior & exterior decorative panels (Modern aesthetic)
• Heat dissipation/ventilation panels & acoustic baffles in machinery |
In-Depth Analysis & Selection Guide
I. Expanded Titanium Mesh
Formed by stretching a whole titanium sheet in one piece using precision molds—a process involving no cutting and no waste.
1. Specification Naming & Selection Points:
Sheet Thickness: Determines the load-bearing capacity and structural strength. Thicknesses of 0.8mm~1.5mm are commonly selected for catalyst support.
Strand Width: The actual width of the mesh strands, directly impacting durability and resistance to deformation. A larger strand width means a sturdier mesh.
Pitch: This is the mesh opening size. The Long Pitch is the long diagonal of the diamond-shaped opening, and the Short Pitch is the short diagonal. A larger pitch means larger openings and a higher open area, allowing greater flow or ventilation.
2. Selection Advice:
Choose Expanded Mesh when you require high structural strength and integrity, and are cost-conscious. For example, used as packing support grids in chemical equipment, it requires no welding and offers a longer overall service life due to corrosion resistance.
II. Perforated Titanium Sheet
This product is created by punching regular holes into a titanium sheet using stamps and dies, offering the highest degree of design freedom.
1. Specification Naming & Selection Points:
Thickness-to-Hole Diameter Ratio: This is a key relationship. Generally, the minimum hole diameter should not be less than the sheet thickness; otherwise, punching becomes difficult and tooling wears excessively. For example, punching Φ1.0mm holes in a 1.0mm thick sheet is feasible, but punching Φ0.8mm holes significantly increases difficulty and cost.
Center Distance (Pitch): The distance between the centers of adjacent holes. The center distance minus the hole diameter equals the bridge width—the solid material between holes—which directly affects the sheet's strength and open area.
Arrangement:
In-line: Holes are aligned vertically and horizontally. Simpler to produce.
Staggered: Holes are offset from each other. This arrangement can provide a higher open area and better structural stability for the same hole diameter and center distance, making it more commonly used.
2. Selection Advice:
Choose Perforated Sheet when you have precise requirements for hole shape, size, and arrangement. For instance, precise round or square holes are key for ensuring screening accuracy in vibrating screens for particle classification. In architectural decoration, various creative patterns are primarily achieved through perforation.
Summary Comparison:
Application Scenario | Preferred Type | Reason |
Chemical Catalyst Support Grid | Expanded Mesh | High overall strength, no risk of weld corrosion, economical and practical. |
Vibrating Screen Panel | Perforated Sheet | Precise hole size, consistent quality, ensures screening accuracy. |
Architectural Decorative Facade | Both Possible | Expanded Mesh (diamond pattern) offers a more industrial style; Perforated Sheet (any pattern) offers stronger design potential. |
Equipment Ventilation/Heat Dissipation Cover | Perforated Sheet | Allows for precise calculation of open area, balancing ventilation and protection needs. |
Choosing them means not only selecting the innate properties of titanium—lightweight, high strength, and corrosion resistance—but also opting for an efficient, economical, and highly flexible solution. Whether you are building a stable and reliable industrial system or creating an awe-inspiring architectural space, we can provide the solid material foundation and limitless design inspiration.