Stainless Steel Fine Wire

1. What exactly is SS Fine Wire?

SS Fine Wire is very thin stainless steel wire manufactured with precision for high-performance and delicate applications. It combines excellent strength, flexibility, corrosion resistance, and surface quality needed in advanced industrial, medical, and technical uses.

2. What are the typical production grades for SS Fine Wire?

Ambica Steels produces fine wires in several stainless steel grades suitable for different environments:

• AISI 304 / 304L – widely used for general corrosion resistance
• AISI 316 / 316L – higher resistance to chemicals and chlorides
• 316 Ti, 310, 314, 321– for elevated temperatures and specialty requirements

These grades help balance corrosion resistance, strength, and processability.

3. What diameter sizes are available?

Fine wires are produced in very fine diameters:

• 0.10 mm to 0.80 mm with exceptionally tight tolerances and controlled diameter/ovality.

This range makes them ideal for precision and lightweight components.

4. What are typical diameter tolerances and tensile strengths?

Ambica’s specification sheets show:

Diameter (mm)	Tolerance (mm)	Max Tensile (N/mm²)	Typical Spool
0.100 – 0.250	±0.004	850	DIN 125 / 160 / 200
0.260 – 0.400	±0.004	830	DIN 125 / 160 / 200 / 250 / 355
0.410 – 0.630	±0.004	800	DIN 125 / 160 / 200 / 250 / 355
0.635 – 0.800	±0.004	780	DIN 125 / 160 / 200 / 250 / 355

These tight tolerances are important for uniform performance in precision uses like filters, meshes, medical components, or electronics.

5. How is the wire packaged?

Fine wire comes on standard DIN spools that simplify handling and integration into manufacturing equipment:

• DIN 125, 160, 200, 250, 355 spools based on wire diameter
• Options like basket spools, plastic spools, paper drum packs, wooden reels may be available for special requirements
• Spool sizes vary by diameter — larger diameters on larger spools hold more wire.

6. What are common applications of SS Fine Wire?

SS Fine Wire is used in many highly technical and industrial settings:

• mesh created from fine wire needs uniform diameter and strength.
• excellent conductivity and corrosion resistance.
• corrosion resistance and hygienic properties are critical.
• small components with demanding mechanical properties.
• where aesthetics and durability matter.

7. What makes SS Fine Wire superior for precision applications?

Key advantages include:

• Extremely fine and uniform diameter for dependable performance.
• High tensile strength and controlled mechanical properties for demanding uses.
• Corrosion and temperature resistance across grades like 316 and 310.
• Excellent surface finish for clean, precise applications or visible components.

8. What quality standards does Ambica Steels follow?

Ambica Steels manufactures:

• Product to meet strict industry specifications and internal quality checks
• Controlled tolerances of diameter and ovality
• Materials suitable for global industrial standards
• Ensured traceability and consistent properties from wire rod to finished wire.

9. Can SS Fine Wire be welded or soldered?

Yes. SS Fine Wire can be spot welded, laser welded, or soldered, depending on the grade and diameter. Low-carbon grades such as 304L and 316L are preferred for welding applications.

10. Is SS Fine Wire magnetic?

Most SS Fine Wire grades like 304, 304L, 316, and 316L are non-magnetic in annealed condition. Slight magnetism may occur after cold drawing due to work hardening.

11. how does annealed wire differ from hard-drawn fine wire?

• Softer, more flexible, easier to bend and form
• Higher tensile strength, better for structural and load-bearing uses
• The choice depends on forming requirements and final application

12. What quality checks are performed on SS Fine Wire?

Quality checks typically include:

• Diameter and tolerance measurement
• Surface finish inspection
• Tensile strength testing
• These ensure consistency and reliability for precision applications.

13. Can SS Fine Wire be supplied for export markets?

Yes. SS Fine Wire is suitable for global export and can be supplied with export-standard packaging to prevent damage during transportation.

14. What information is required to place an order?

To place an order, customers typically specify:

• Stainless steel grade
• Wire diameter
• Mechanical condition (annealed / hard-drawn)
• Quantity
• Packaging type (spool/reel)

15. Why is SS Fine Wire preferred over carbon steel wire?

SS Fine Wire offers:

• Superior corrosion resistance
• Longer service life
• Better hygiene and aesthetics
• Lower maintenance costs
• compared to carbon steel wire.