Punched Metal are frequently used in the fabrication of strainers and filters in applications where a more rugged characteristic is required. Both can also be used as a support layer for a finer mesh strainer. A multi-layer configuration combines mechanical strength with a high degree of filtration in a turbulent or large volume application.

Punched Metal:Material type – stainless steel, galvanized, carbon steel, brass, etc

Gauge – Thickness of the material  
 
Pattern - Perforation or opening size and shape and their arrangement

Punched metal is one of the most versatile products on the market today. A fully functioning product by it's shape of perforated opening and gauge and size--it can be tough in gauge and work hard at screening and filtering a variety of solids in the marketplace. On the other hand, it's same features can be lightweight in gauge, have small or large optically appealing openings and be very suitable for many architectural and display uses.

Punched metal is widely used in automotive, lighting, construction, agriculture, petrochemical, laundry, mining, military and acoustical applications.

punched metal contain hole patterns of varying sizes and shapes created by punching presses. Types of hole patterns include as following

Round Hole Perforated Metal
Square Hole Perforated Metal
Hexagonal Hole Perforated Metal
Slotted Hole Perforated Metal
Diamond Hole Perforated Metal
Triangled Hole Perforated Metal
Heart-shaped Hole Perforated Metal
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Punched Metal is seen almostly everywhere in today's world: as decorative architectural panels, light diffusers, air diffusers, and more. Perforated metal panels and plates have varied uses as screening to ventilation. The economical process of making lightweight perforated metal allows Petro-Wire and Steel to custom design architectural panels and stainless steel plates with a variety of holes, shapes and designs. Depending on the size and shape of the perforated openings and the gauge, punched metal can become many things. From a behind-the-scenes workhorse used to screen and filter a variety of materials, to a visually appealing light diffuser or air diffuser for architectural applications, perforated sheet metal is the solution that can even perform artistically as a display. Perforated decorative metal is especially great for making architectural panels that give buildings an attractive design touch.