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Metallic Wire Mesh for Precision Screen Printing
As a professional manufacturer of precision printing wire mesh, Cechen offers high-precision stainless steel wire mesh widely used in precision screen printing. Our metal wire mesh achieves uniform ink transfer to the printing substrate through precise mesh aperture control, ensuring high-resolution and detailed printing results for every image, meeting the high-requirement printing processes of electronic circuits, industrial signage, and various materials such as glass and ceramics.

Choosing High-Quality Metal Wire Mesh Offers Significant Advantages to the Printing Industry:
● Guaranteed Printing Accuracy and Pattern Details: Uniform aperture and stable mesh surface ensure consistent accuracy in every print.
● Increased Production Efficiency: High-tension wire mesh reduces downtime and rework, supporting high-speed continuous printing.
● Reduced Operating Costs: The wire mesh is washable and reusable, extending its service life.
● Adaptable to Complex Environments: Wear-resistant and corrosion-resistant, suitable for various inks and materials, ensuring long-term stable operation.
● Customizable Design: Aperture, wire diameter, opening ratio, and weaving method can be customized to meet customer needs for optimal printing results.
Cechen wire mesh demonstrates superior performance in printing applications. The high tension and low elongation design ensures a flat and stable screen surface, maintaining precise aperture even under high-speed printing, preventing pattern distortion or uneven ink thickness. The screen is made of high-quality stainless steel or special alloy materials, making it wear-resistant and corrosion-resistant. Through flexible weaving methods, aperture ratios, and wire diameter adjustments, it achieves precise ink transfer and optimal printing thickness, meeting the high standards required for various precision printing processes.
Precision Printing Industry Application Solutions
We specialize in providing high-quality, highly stable screen printing materials for the electronics, solar energy, ceramics, and glass printing industries. With long-term industry experience and advanced production processes, we can provide customized screen printing solutions to address customer pain points such as high-speed printing, micro-line processing, ink clogging, uneven patterns, and high-temperature corrosion. By precisely controlling the aperture, optimizing mesh tension, and wire diameter design, we ensure uniform ink delivery and clear, stable patterns, effectively improving production efficiency, reducing scrap rates, and helping customers achieve optimal performance and reliability in various printing processes.

1. Electronics Industry (PCB, MLCC, FPC)
The electronics industry demands extremely high precision in printing circuit patterns, especially in PCB, MLCC, and multilayer flexible printed circuit (FPC) production. The fine conductive lines directly determine product performance and yield. As electronic products evolve towards higher density and multi-functionality, screen printing places higher demands on aperture precision, surface flatness, abrasion resistance, and chemical resistance.
Industry Pain Points:
● Fine line printing requires precise apertures; uneven screen surfaces easily lead to pattern deformation.
● Ink clogging or uneven thickness in high-speed production environments.
● Screen material is prone to wear or corrosion, affecting production stability.
Typical Applications:
● PCB Circuit Printing
● MLCC Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor Printing
● FPC Flexible Printing
● LED Driver Circuit Printing
Advantages:
● High tension and low elongation ensure a flat and stable screen surface.
● Precise apertures ensure consistent fine line patterns.
● Abrasion- and corrosion-resistant materials support various conductive pastes, improving production efficiency and yield.
2. Solar Energy Industry
Screen printing on solar cells directly impacts grid line accuracy and cell efficiency, including crystalline silicon and thin-film solar cells. High-precision screens ensure uniform current conduction, improving cell performance and stability, while also adapting to high-speed printing and high-temperature curing processes.
Industry Pain Points:
● High-speed printing easily leads to uneven ink distribution, grid line breakage, or inconsistent width.
● Insufficient screen abrasion resistance results in frequent replacements.
● Chemical pastes corrode the screen, affecting production line continuity.
Typical Applications:
● Crystal silicon solar cell grid line printing
● Thin-film solar cell printing
● Polycrystalline silicon cell printing
● Flexible solar thin-film printing
Advantages:
● Precise aperture for uniform ink delivery
● High-tension, low-elongation design ensures screen stability
● High temperature and chemical corrosion resistance improves grid line accuracy and electrical performance, reducing maintenance costs.
3. Ceramic Industry (LTCC / HTCC)
Ceramic printing is widely used in the manufacture of multilayer ceramic circuits, electronic components, and high-temperature devices. The screen printing process requires precise control of the thickness and uniformity of the conductive and insulating pastes, while also withstanding high-temperature sintering.
Industry Pain Points:
● Uneven paste thickness or clogged pores affect electrical performance.
● High-temperature sintering places high demands on the heat resistance and abrasion resistance of the screen printing mesh.
● Screen corrosion or deformation can lead to production interruptions.
Typical Applications:
● LTCC Multilayer Ceramic Circuits
● HTCC High-Temperature Ceramic Electronic Device Printing
● Ceramic Capacitor Printing
● Multilayer Ceramic Sensor Printing
Advantages:
● Uniform pore size, stable paste spreading, ensuring consistent circuit thickness.
● Highly abrasion-resistant and corrosion-resistant materials suitable for high-temperature sintering.
● Improved finished product reliability and electrical performance.
4. Glass Printing (Container Glass / Flat Glass)
Glass printing is used for container decoration, labeling, and functional coatings, including flat glass and specialty glass products. The screen printing machine must ensure uniform ink spread and fine patterns, while supporting high-temperature curing processes and high-frequency production.
Industry Pain Points:
● Uneven ink thickness and blurry patterns in large-area printing
● Rapid screen wear due to high-frequency production
● Insufficient chemical resistance of the screen, easily corroded by ink
Typical Applications:
● Container glass pattern printing
● Flat glass decorative printing
● Architectural glass functional coating printing
● Automotive glass marking printing
Advantages:
● Precise aperture, stable mesh surface, uniform ink transfer
● Abrasion and corrosion resistant, supports high-temperature curing
● Improved production efficiency and extended screen lifespan
The Benefits of Using Cechen Screen Printing Mesh
Our core strengths lie in high tensile strength, low elongation, abrasion and corrosion resistance, precise aperture, and customizability, providing stable and reliable solutions for various precision printing industries. Leveraging extensive industry experience and advanced manufacturing processes, Cechen can tailor screen printing materials and solutions to meet specific customer process requirements, addressing industry pain points such as high-speed printing, ink clogging, pattern accuracy, and durability.
| Customer Pain Points | Benefits |
| Uneven ink layers, blurred lines | Precise apertures, high open area - sharper patterns, more stable conductivity |
| Mesh deformation at higher machine speeds | High-tension, low-elongation mesh - continuous printing at high speed without misalignment |
| Frequent squeegee abrasion causing mesh wear | Special coatings and alloy materials - 3–5× longer lifespan, reduced costs |
| Increasing product precision causing lower yield | Precision-controlled printing - improves yield by 2–10% |
| New products or materials lack compatible meshes | Fully customizable parameters - rapid prototyping, accelerated time-to-market |
Custom Wire Mesh Solutions for Industry-Specific Printing
We deliver woven wire mesh tailored to the specific needs of your industry. Whether for textiles, electronics, ceramics, packaging, or specialty coatings, our solutions can be customized in mesh count, aperture, weave type, and materials to match the unique printing requirements of each application.

Our engineered meshes ensure consistent print quality, durability, and high efficiency, helping you optimize production and achieve reliable results every time.
● Materials Available: Stainless Steel, High-Strength Alloy, High-Performance Polyester
● Mesh Count Range: 25–700 mesh (optional)
● Thickness, Aperture, and Open Area Ratio Customizable
● High Tension, Low Elongation Process Compatible
● Surface Treatment: Anti-Clogging / Coating for Enhanced Abrasion Resistance
● Printing Size, Screen Tension, and Frame Specifications Fully Customizable
| Industry | Typical Products | Key Customization Parameters | Provided Process Value |
| Electronics (PCB, FPC, MLCC) | Fine circuits, silver paste printing, capacitor electrode layers | 300–700 mesh, wear-resistant coating, high tension stability | Clear micro-circuits, scratch-resistant, reliable signal integrity |
| Solar | Cell grid lines, back electrodes | High tension, corrosion resistance, high ink permeability | Improved conversion efficiency, supports finer line development |
| Ceramics (LTCC/HTCC) | Thick-film circuits, glaze decoration | Large open area, high-temperature chemical resistance | Reduced clogging, higher color saturation |
| Glass Printing (Automotive / Home Appliances) | Black light-shielding layers, decorative patterns, logos | Large-format tension uniformity | Even large-area coating, extended squeegee life |
The Influence of Screen Printing Media on Printing Accuracy
In industrial printing, the quality and reliability of printed patterns are highly dependent on the performance of the screen printing media. Beyond basic mesh count, aperture design, mesh tension stability under dynamic conditions, and uniformity of weave at high speeds all critically influence how ink or paste transfers onto complex substrates.
● Determine printing accuracy and ink layer thickness.
● Higher aperture uniformity results in sharper pattern edges and better reproduction of fine lines.
● High-tension, low-elongation screens maintain flatness, preventing deformation during high-speed printing.
● Affects line alignment, pattern repeatability, and production efficiency.
● Wire diameter and weave pattern affect ink transfer capacity, line thickness, and the reproduction of fine patterns.
● Different weave patterns (e.g., plain weave, twill weave, Dutch weave) are suitable for different printing process requirements.
● Material determines the screen's corrosion resistance, abrasion resistance, and lifespan.
● Special coatings improve ink flow, reduce clogging and adhesion, and enhance printing stability.
● Determines ink throughput and coverage uniformity.
● High aperture ratio is suitable for high-flow-rate or thick-ink printing, while low aperture ratio is suitable for fine lines or intricate patterns.
● Easy-to-clean screens reduce clogging and printing defects.
● Impact on production continuity, yield rate, and overall production costs.
Common Screen Printing Mesh Parameters
Screen mesh count directly affects ink transfer volume, printing precision, and pattern quality. Depending on the application and process requirements, the commonly used ranges are as follows:
Mesh/inch | Wire Dia. (μm) | Opening (μm) | Open Area (%) | Thickness (μm) | Through ink (cm³/m²) | Calender thickness (μm) |
80ⅹ80 | 90 | 228 | 52 | 198-207 | 103.0 | 168-170 |
80ⅹ80 | 120 | 198 | 39 | 276-288 | 92.9 | 228-230 |
100ⅹ100 | 100 | 154 | 36.8 | 230-240 | 77.2 | 188-190 |
120ⅹ120 | 80 | 132 | 39 | 184-192 | 65.8 | 148-150 |
150ⅹ150 | 60 | 109 | 41.7 | 138-144 | 50.0 | 138-142 |
165ⅹ165 | 45 | 109 | 50.1 | 95-104 | 45.1 | 78-80 |
165ⅹ165 | 50 | 104 | 45.6 | 110-115 | 45.6 | 88-90 |
180ⅹ180 | 45 | 96 | 46.4 | 99-104 | 41.5 | 78-80 |
180ⅹ180 | 50 | 91 | 42 | 115-120 | 41.7 | 88-90 |
200ⅹ200 | 40 | 87 | 46.9 | 81-82 | 43.0 | 68-70 |
200ⅹ200 | 50 | 77 | 37 | 115-120 | 42.0 | 88-90 |
230ⅹ230 | 35 | 75 | 46.7 | 72-76 | 37.0 | 50-67 |
250ⅹ250 | 30 | 72 | 49.7 | 63-64 | 30.0 | 48-49 |
250ⅹ250 | 35 | 67 | 43 | 76-78 | 32.0 | 59-61 |
250ⅹ250 | 40 | 62 | 49.7 | 82-86 | 34.0 | 50-80 |
270ⅹ270 | 35 | 59 | 39.4 | 76-80 | 30.0 | 58-70 |
290ⅹ290 | 20 | 68 | 41.7 | 43-44 | 18.4 | 29-30 |
300ⅹ300 | 30 | 55 | 38 | 66-68 | 28.0 | 40-59 |
325ⅹ325 | 23 | 55 | 49.8 | 49-53 | 25.4 | 38-39 |
325ⅹ325 | 28 | 50 | 41.2 | 63-64 | 26.4 | 50-51 |
325ⅹ325 | 30 | 48 | 38 | 66-68 | 24.0 | 40-59 |
350ⅹ350 | 25 | 48 | 43 | 52-54 | 18.7 | 41-50 |
400ⅹ400 | 18 | 46 | 51.3 | 36-40 | 20.0 | 28-30 |
400ⅹ400 | 23 | 41 | 40.7 | 50-54 | 19.0 | 35-48 |
Notes / Guidelines
● Wire diameter and mesh count together define ink transfer, line width, and print resolution.
● Open area (%) affects ink flow, coverage uniformity, and thickness of printed layers.
● Material selection is critical for chemical resistance, wear resistance, and mesh durability, especially in high-speed or corrosive environments.
● Mesh choice should consider ink type, substrate, line precision, and production speed to optimize yield and reduce defects.
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