6mm Round Hole Mild Steel Perforated Metal Mesh Sheet – 9mm Pitch – 1.5mm Thick

Description

Mild Steel Perforated Metal Sheet

Mild steel perforated metal sheet is produced by punching a flat sheet metal plate with a round hole pattern. This is driven by the customer’s requirement for the metal for cosmetic or application purposes.

Introducing our high-quality Mild Steel Perforated Metal with an R6 T9 specification. This distinctive product features a pattern of 6mm round holes at a 9mm pitch, providing an optimal balance between open area and material strength. Each sheet is 1.5mm thick, offering impressive rigidity and load-bearing capacity, as well as enhanced durability, even under rigorous conditions. The generous size of the holes facilitates excellent flow-through properties, making this product ideal for a wide range of industrial applications, from filtration to ventilation, sound absorption, and heat dissipation. Notwithstanding its robust structure, the 1.5mm thickness also serves as a deterrent to corrosion and provides substantial resistance to wear and tear. It’s worth noting that the 9mm pitch of this perforated metal not only grants versatility and material efficiency but also contributes to superior visibility and unique aesthetic effects, perfect for signage, decorative panels, or facades. Moreover, the larger pitch promotes easy cleaning, as there’s more room to remove any trapped dirt or debris. While mild steel is known for its affordability and weldability, bear in mind its suitability for your specific application, especially when considering factors such as exposure to corrosive substances or high moisture environments. A testament to its design and material quality, our Mild Steel Perforated Metal stands as a reliable choice for projects demanding a blend of strength, functionality, and aesthetics.

Perforated Metal Sheet Details

The specifications of this mild steel perforated metal sheeting are as follows:

• Type – Round Hole Staggered Pitch
• Perforation – R6 T9
• Hole Size (Aperture) – 6mm round hole
• Pitch – 9mm. The pitch is measured from the start of one hole to the next or the hole size plus the gap between the hole
• Thickness – 1.5mm thick flat sheet

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We also offer a massive range of stainless steel perforated metal sheet options from immediate stock. In order to produce stainless steel perforated metal sheet, flat sheet metal is punched with round or square holes. Perforated sheets are commonly often used in applications where the passing of air is required. Because the holes are punched, it is possible to have a far stronger finished metal product than it would be for the equivalent thickness in woven or welded mesh.

FAQs For This Product

Can 6mm Perforated Metal Mesh Sheet Be Used For Specific Filtration Purposes?

Yes, the 6mm round holes in the mild steel perforated metal can indeed be used for specific types of filtration processes. The size of the hole determines what size of particles it will allow to pass through, and what size it will filter out. In this case, a 6mm hole size would be suitable for applications where larger particles need to be separated from smaller ones.

However, the specific use case will depend on the material being filtered and the desired outcome of the filtration process. For example, these 6mm round holes might be too large for certain filtration processes like in the food and beverage industry where finer filtration is often needed. On the other hand, they might be ideal for separating larger solids from liquids in certain waste management or industrial processes.

Please note that while mild steel perforated metal is versatile and can be used in many applications, its suitability for a specific filtration process will also depend on the corrosive nature of the substances being filtered, as mild steel can corrode if exposed to certain chemicals or high moisture environments. For such cases, perforated metals made from stainless steel or other corrosion-resistant materials might be more appropriate.

What Are The Benefits Of Using This Perforated Metal?

The 9mm pitch in mild steel perforated metal can provide several benefits for industrial applications:

1. Greater Open Area: With a larger pitch like 9mm, more space is present between the perforations. This increases the open area, thereby improving flow-through of air, light, sound, liquids, and heat. This can be critical in applications such as filtration, ventilation, sound absorption, and heat dissipation.
2. Structural Strength: Despite having larger open areas, the 9mm pitch can still provide a good balance between open space and structural strength. This is essential for applications that require robustness, such as machine guards, industrial flooring, and architectural applications.
3. Material Efficiency: A larger pitch such as 9mm can also be more material-efficient in some cases. Since the holes are spaced further apart, less material may be removed during the perforating process, potentially resulting in a lighter, more cost-effective product.
4. Versatility: The 9mm pitch is versatile and can be suitable for a variety of applications, from industrial uses like sieving and sorting to architectural applications for aesthetic purposes.
5. Visibility and Aesthetics: The larger pitch can provide better visibility and create unique visual effects, which can be advantageous for applications such as signage, decorative panels, or facades.
6. Ease of Cleaning: With larger pitches, the cleaning process can be easier as there’s more room to remove any dirt or debris trapped in the holes.

Does Thickness Contribute To The Overall Strength Of Perforated Metal?

Yes, the thickness of any sheet material, including this mild steel perforated metal, significantly contributes to its overall strength and durability. Here are the reasons how a 1.5mm thickness specifically contributes:

1. Increased Strength: Thicker sheets have greater rigidity and are less likely to deform under load compared to thinner sheets. So, 1.5mm mild steel perforated metal will typically have a higher load-bearing capacity than the same material with a thinner dimension.
2. Enhanced Durability: A thicker sheet will be more resistant to wear and tear, puncturing, and damage from impact or abrasion. This makes it more durable for heavy-duty applications or environments where the material may be subject to rough handling or high traffic.
3. Better Resistance to Corrosion: Thicker metal can also provide better resistance to corrosion since it would take a longer period for the corrosion to eat through the entire thickness of the metal. However, keep in mind that mild steel, in general, is not as corrosion-resistant as some other materials, such as stainless steel, unless it’s coated or treated.
4. Improved Sound and Heat Insulation: A thicker metal sheet can provide better sound absorption and heat insulation, which could be beneficial in certain applications.

Check out our blog ‘everything that you need to know about mild steel perforated sheet’ for more information on that large range of materials. 

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