The following information covers the strength of materials perforated with round holes in a standard staggered 60” Round holes arranged in a standard 60” triangular pattern ranging from .020” to 3/4” account for…
How to Select a Perforation
When selecting a perforation, there are a few considerations that are important for choosing the hole shape, pattern and material. What the final application of the perforated metal will be…
Perforated Metal Other Service
TIG/MIG/Spot Welding and Fabrication We can offer a wide range of fabrication services to combine perforated sheet metal in a larger project with other steel work. Laser cutting Using the combination turret punch…
Perforated Screen against Wind and Dusts
Perforated metal sheet is widely used against winds and dusts. As wind-proof mesh, perforated metal can be divided into three types: single peak, two-body and tree peaks. The structure is…
EMI Shielding Effectiveness of Perforated Metals
Perforated metal is being used to enclose electrical devices to attenuate the EMI/RFI radiation they emit and to ventilate them at the same time. Many questions have been asked about which…
Commonly Used Terms for Perforated Metal
BAR: Solid area between perforations. DISTANCE BETWEEN PERFORATIONS: The distance measured from the center of one hole to the center of the next hole. OPEN AREA: Percentage of perforated area…
Checklist of Perforating Cost Influences
1. Material type Remember the least expensive material may not be the lowest cost; a higher strength alloy may allow reducing thickness. 2. Material thickness Thinner materials perforate easier and faster. 3. Hole…
Process for Expanding Metal
Most types of metal, including precious and specially produced metals, can be expanded. Other materials, such as some plastics or any other ductile material can also be expanded. The 4…
Metal Mesh for Filter Media
Metal meshes are widely used for filter media sheets. Metal mesh filter is commonly manufactured by stainless steel, which is common used in the manufacture of air filters, oil filters,…
Battery Expanded & Perforated Metal Mesh
Current collectors of thin film batteries must be flexible, have high surface area, be cost-effective, and allow fluids to flow through them. The expanded metal & perforated metal is generally used…