Titanium Expanded Metal for Chemical Processing and Desalination Applications

Expanded Metal Mesh

Titanium Expanded Metal is a lightweight yet high-strength metal mesh manufactured by slitting and stretching pure titanium sheets into a uniform diamond-shaped structure.

Unlike welded or perforated metal sheets, Titanium Expanded Metal is produced without welding points or material waste, ensuring better structural integrity and long-term durability.

Technical Specification

Material Pure Titanium (Grade 1 / Grade 2)
Structure Expanded (Diamond Pattern)
Thickness Customizable
Open Area 40% – 70%
Surface Natural Titanium Finish
Corrosion Resistance Excellent in seawater & chemical media

Why Titanium Expanded Metal is Ideal for Chemical Processing?

In chemical processing environments, materials must resist strong acids, alkalis, and high-temperature conditions.

Titanium offers a natural advantage due to its stable oxide film (TiO₂ layer), which forms instantly when exposed to air or moisture. This layer acts as a protective barrier, preventing further corrosion.

Titanium corrosion rate in seawater is typically less than 0.01 mm/year, making it one of the most stable industrial metals for marine and chemical use.

Excellent Performance in Desalination Systems

Desalination plants require materials that can withstand continuous exposure to high-salinity water and chloride-rich environments.

Titanium does not suffer from chloride pitting corrosion like stainless steel
Maintains structural stability even under long-term saltwater exposure

Titanium Expanded Metal is widely used in:

  • Filtration support structures
  • Brine handling systems
  • Evaporation units
  • Anti-corrosion protective layers

Structural Advantages of Expanded Metal Design

Compared with perforated metal sheets, expanded metal maintains higher mechanical strength at lower weight, improving installation efficiency in large-scale industrial systems.

The expanded metal structure is formed without welding, which provides:

  • Continuous one-piece structure
  • No weak welded joints
  • Improved load distribution


Titanium Expanded Metal is widely used in

  • Chemical processing equipment
  • Desalination plants
  • Marine engineering structures
  • Corrosion-resistant filtration systems
  • High-end industrial platforms

Lightweight but High Strength Material

Titanium already has a high strength-to-weight ratio, and the expanded structure further enhances material efficiency.

  • Reduced structural load on equipment
  • Easier installation in chemical plants
  • Lower transportation cost for bulk orders

Surface Stability and Long Service Life

Titanium naturally forms a passive oxide layer that regenerates automatically when scratched.

  • No need for additional coating
  • No peeling or surface failure over time
  • Service life significantly longer than stainless steel in corrosive environments

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Why Choose Us

✔ 30+ years wire mesh manufacturing experience

✔ Professional mining screening mesh production

✔ OEM and customized design service

✔ Fast production and delivery

✔ Exported to South America, Europe and Middle East

How To Order

Please send us your specification, Our technical team will reply within 12 hours. Including:

Material

Thickness

Mesh Aperture

Width and length

Quantity

Application

FAQ

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