Industrial Woven Wire Cloth

E2016-22: Standard Specification for Industrial Woven Wire Cloth

When precision, durability, and consistent performance are paramount in material processing and separation, specifying the correct industrial woven wire cloth is essential. ASTM's E2016-22: Standard Specification for Industrial Woven Wire Cloth provides an authoritative framework for engineers and manufacturers to ensure the quality and suitability of this critical material for a wide array of industrial applications. This comprehensive standard is the industry-leading reference for defining the characteristics and requirements of woven wire cloth beyond specialized sieve applications.

What is E2016-22?

ASTM E2016-22 establishes the essential requirements and definitions for industrial woven wire cloth, commonly referred to as wire cloth. This proven standard outlines the typical specifications, acceptable tolerances, and terminology necessary for materials used primarily in particle separation and general industrial screening. Its purpose is to ensure a common understanding and consistent quality for woven wire cloth used across various manufacturing sectors.

Scope & Purpose

This industry-leading standard governs the specifications for woven wire cloth intended for general industrial use, specifically including applications focused on particle separation. It applies to wire cloth manufactured from any primary metal or metal alloy suitable for weaving. Importantly, E2016-22 explicitly excludes specialized types of woven wire such as filter cloth, Dutch weave, fourdrinier and cylinder cloth, galvanized hardware cloth, insect screening, spiral weave, and testing sieve cloth, which are addressed by separate ASTM standards.

Who Must Comply?

• • Primary audience: Materials Engineers, Process Engineers, Manufacturing Engineers, Quality Control Inspectors, and Purchasing Agents involved in specifying or procuring industrial wire cloth.
• • Industries affected: Manufacturing, Chemical Processing, Mining, Food Production, Pharmaceuticals, and Aerospace, among others that rely on precise material separation.
• • Compliance nature: Voluntary, but highly recommended for ensuring product quality, performance, and interoperability.
• • Enforcement: Typically enforced through contractual agreements between suppliers and end-users, and often verified during quality audits or product acceptance testing.

Key Requirements Overview

The standard requires clear definition and specification of woven wire cloth parameters. Professionals must ensure that the selected wire cloth aligns with the intended application by specifying critical attributes such as aperture size, wire diameter, and weave type. Key provisions include:

• • Defining standard terminology for mesh, aperture, weave types, and edge finishes (selvage).
• • Establishing acceptable tolerances for aperture size and wire diameter to ensure consistent performance.
• • Providing guidance on material selection, noting that any suitable metal or alloy is permissible.
• • Distinguishing industrial woven wire cloth from specialized sieve cloth, emphasizing its role in broader particle separation tasks.
• • Outlining different weave configurations (e.g., double crimp, flat top) and their implications for material rigidity and stability.

Related Standards & References

ASTM E2016-22 works in conjunction with other ASTM standards to provide a comprehensive approach to material specification and testing. Complementary standards include:

• • ASTM E11: Standard Specification for Woven Wire Test Sieve Cloth and Test Sieves, which covers the more precise requirements for laboratory sieving.
• • ASTM E1638: Terminology Relating to Sieves, Sieving Methods, and Screening Media, offering a broader