Expanded Metal Mesh Specifications
Expanded metal mesh is a coil of thin metal that has been precisely slit and stretched to form a uniform, mesh-like material with a regular pattern of openings (often diamond-shaped). Unlike woven wire mesh, expanded metal is made from a single piece of metal that is never completely cut—this creates a one-piece mesh with no […]
Expanded Metal Selection Guide for Engineers & Manufacturers
Selecting the right expanded metal for your project depends on the application’s requirements for strength, durability, appearance, conductivity, and a range of other factors. Because expanded metal is so versatile, we’ve put together this guide to assist engineers on how to choose the ideal expanded metal material based on their specific applications and goals. Table […]
Expanded Metal Foil Materials
Expanded metal foils are an excellent alternative to woven wire or perforated metal meshes. They can be manufactured from many types of metal for a combination of desired material properties with a lightweight, strong, and malleable structure. Common uses include lightning strike protection, EMI shielding, filtration, current collection in lithium ion batteries, hydrogen electrolyzers, and […]
How Does Aircraft Lightning Protection Work?
An aircraft can experience a lightning strike when flying through a region with high electrical activity or thunderstorms. This is a fairly rare occurrence, with commercial planes getting hit by lightning only about once a year on average. Lightning will generally hit the nose, tail, or wingtip. It then moves along the aircraft’s exterior and […]
Guide to EMI Shielding Materials
Electromagnetic interference, or EMI, is a signal from one device that disrupts the signal of another device. This signal can cause a decrease in system performance, loss of functionality, or permanent damage. EMI shielding prevents electromagnetic interference from emitting from or entering a device, providing protection from the negative effects of EMI. Here, we will […]
What Is EMI Shielding?
CThru Metals is a leader in the expanded metal foil industry, serving clients in the aerospace, filtration, renewable energy, automotive, and other markets. The applications of expanded metals in these sectors are highly diverse, so our team is experienced in providing all manner of specialized metals with unique specifications. One of the core applications of […]
Using Expanded Metal Foil in Fuel Cell Design
Fuel cell manufacturers are consistently dedicated to enhancing their products’ versatility, durability, and cost-effectiveness. They explore various methods to achieve these objectives, such as innovative designs and materials. An increasingly favored strategy among fuel cell manufacturers is the integration of expanded metal foil into their fuel cell designs, as it presents significant advantages in pursuing […]
A Buyer’s Guide to Expanded Metal Mesh Foil
Expanded metal mesh foil offers superior conductivity or resistivity while providing strength and light weight. It has many advantages compared to perforated metal and wire/woven mesh, and its use is beneficial in varying applications. The main differences between each product type are the manufacturing process, the intended end-use, and the characteristics of the material. Expanded […]
Visit CThru Metals at The Battery Show
CThru Metals is excited to announce our return to The Battery Show, the annual premier event for the battery and electric vehicle industry. This year’s show is a hybrid event with the Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Technology Expo, and our team will be available to both battery and EV communities at Booth 323. Our team […]
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Getting Your Expanded Metal Mesh Project Quoted: What You Need to Know
When working with a custom expanded metal mesh supplier, the company you choose should work closely with you to develop a custom product that suits your exact requirements and specifications. This checklist will guide you through the primary information to provide your supplier during the quoting process to ensure they can meet your needs and […]
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