DF-1
Pattern Details
Percent Open:0.0%
Aspect Ratio:10.56:1
Weight:2.36 lbs./sq. ft.
Overall Thickness:0.206
Crimp Style:PDFTZ
Opening Limitation:0.000 in.
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"Maximum" Dimensions of available raw material configurations
*Weight based on the specific density of mild (plain) steel **Maximum sphere diameter which will pass through opening Product specifications are subject to change. Product image is shown at 100% unless stated otherwise. For accuracy, specification sheet must be printed with no scaling. Measurements and data are approximate and should be confirmed with a physical sample.
DF-1
Materials & Finishes 
US10BDF-1
The DF-1 architectural wire mesh pattern is an opaque style weave that uses bright embossing technology applied to traditional flat top cross wires. The mix of old and new weaving technology produces a beautifully faceted cladding product. The facets only deviate slightly from the plane of the fabric creating unique reflective patterns at a near-perpendicular viewing perspective. This is an asymmetric fabric. The DF-1 mesh pattern is typically affixed to a rigid backer panel for vertical and horizontal surfacing. The DF-1’s unique strength and beauty makes this mesh a good choice for elevators, lobbies, airports, and retail environments.Stainless SteelBrassBronzeStainless Steel (A)/Brass (B)Stainless Steel (A)/Bronze (B)Stainless SteelBrassBronzeStainless Steel (A)/Brass (B)Stainless Steel (A)/Bronze (B)Featuring: DF-1
Raw materials for DF-1 wire mesh
Select Your Alloy:Stainless SteelDF-1 in Stainless Steel
Stainless steel is often used for both architectural and industrial wire mesh applications. The vast number of specific stainless steel grades can be manufactured into wire mesh to improve it's performance in corrosion resistance, formability, and aesthetics. Stainless steel is steel with the addition of chromium and other traces elements. The chromium produces an oxide layer at the surface that is known as the “Passive layer”. This passive layer protects and prevents further corrosion. Other metals such as nickel, molybdenum, titanium, manganese are added throughout the many types of stainless steels.
Specifying stainless steel wire mesh provides a natural silver tone aesthetic with the added benefit of corrosion resistance. Banker Wire uses top quality EPQ quality drawn stainless steel wire in all of its wire mesh patterns. Care must still be taken to choose the appropriate grade for it’s intended application. Rule of Thumb: T304 for interior and T316 for exterior. Both grades will have the same aesthetic, however T316 includes molybdenum to its chemistry, increasing its corrosion resistance to salts and acids. Stainless steel can sometimes show rust spots however this is almost always due to cross contamination with carbon steel where free iron is embedded into the stainless steel creating a disruption in the material’s “Passive Layer”. Understanding the alloy and using proper fabrication methods are essential to maintain the desired appearance and longevity of the product.
Banker Wire manufactures all of its products in a bare, mill finished condition. Our selected wire inventory comes from vendors that always meet Banker's high expectations for quality and consistency. Every production job records and uses raw materials that have been inspected and certified prior to manufacturing. Wire mill certificates of compliance are always available upon request free of charge.
BrassDF-1 in Brass
Brass is an alloy that is made up of copper combined with zinc. Various brass alloys exist when the proportions of copper and zinc are changed. Anti-sparking characteristic makes this wire mesh raw material a good choice in and around sensitive combustible areas. Brass has a bright gold like appearance and is relatively resistant to tarnishing but will slowly turn to a greenish and brown color over time.
When Banker Wire weaves a wire mesh out of brass wire, the brass wire starts out “Bright” but is considered “Bare”. This means that the brass wire will almost immediately be susceptible to color changes due to tarnishing. Banker Wire cannot guarantee the color consistency by the time it arrives to its final installation point. A chemical or physical removal of the tarnish will be required prior to a clear coat application if the desired final “Bright” finish is to be maintained. Banker Wire highly recomends wearing gloves when handling copper wire mesh to avoid making fingerprints.
Banker Wire manufactures all of its products in a bare, mill finished condition. Our selected wire inventory comes from vendors that always meet Banker's high expectations for quality and consistency. Every production job records and uses raw materials that have been inspected and certified prior to manufacturing. Wire mill certificates of compliance are always available upon request free of charge.
BronzeDF-1 in Bronze
Bronze is a metal alloy containing a blend primarily of Copper with Tin as an additive. Bronze wire has good formability characteristics, corrosion resistance and high strength. The unmistakable bright caramel color will darken naturally over time or it can be chemically darkened by a metal finisher to speed up the process.
Bronze wire is drawn bright and exhibits a caramel like color. Bronze has a subtle contrast woven together with Stainless Steel. Considered a "Living Finish", the natural color change does occur quickly and depending on the environmental conditions, the end color will vary. In general, under exterior conditions in the presence of salt, moisture, and sunlight, Bronze will transition from bright to shades brown patina. Because of the enormous range of Bronze’s natural colors experienced through weathering, there are a number of coatings or chemicals that can be used to either speed up or slow down the process. Finishing bronze to the desired color is an art and should be done through consulting an experienced metal finisher.
Banker Wire manufactures all of its products in a bare, mill finished condition. Our selected wire inventory comes from vendors that always meet Banker's high expectations for quality and consistency. Every production job records and uses raw materials that have been inspected and certified prior to manufacturing. Wire mill certificates of compliance are always available upon request free of charge.
Stainless Steel (A)/Brass (B)DF-1 in Stainless Steel (A)/Brass (B)
Combining stainless steel with brass wire within a sheet of woven wire mesh creates a striking blend of color that will change as the viewer changes their viewing angle. The contrast of silver and gold tones together can make a subtle statement to any interior space.
Brass wire is drawn bright and exhibits a gold like color. Brass has a subtle contrast woven together with Stainless Steel. The brass wire will tarnish over time as it is considered a "Living Finish". Care when handling the wire mesh when it is in the bare condition must be taken to avoid hand prints that will be difficult to remove. A lacquer topcoat should be considered as a way to preserve the bright finish.
Banker Wire manufactures all of its products in a bare, mill finished condition. Our selected wire inventory comes from vendors that always meet Banker's high expectations for quality and consistency. Every production job records and uses raw materials that have been inspected and certified prior to manufacturing. Wire mill certificates of compliance are always available upon request free of charge.
Stainless Steel (A)/Bronze (B)DF-1 in Stainless Steel (A)/Bronze (B)
Combining stainless steel with bronze wire within a sheet of woven wire mesh creates a striking blend of color that will change as the viewer changes their viewing angle. The contrast of silver and carmel tones together can make a subtle statement to any interior space.
Bronze wire is drawn bright and exhibits a caramel like color. Bronze has a subtle contrast woven together with Stainless Steel. The bronze wire will tarnish over time as it is considered a "Living Finish". Care when handling the wire mesh when it is in the bare condition must be taken to avoid hand prints that will be difficult to remove. A lacquer topcoat should be considered as a way to preserve the bright finish.
Banker Wire manufactures all of its products in a bare, mill finished condition. Our selected wire inventory comes from vendors that always meet Banker's high expectations for quality and consistency. Every production job records and uses raw materials that have been inspected and certified prior to manufacturing. Wire mill certificates of compliance are always available upon request free of charge.
Copper, Brass and Bronze are “Living Finishes”. The finish will oxidize in the presence of air, moisture, and even by natural oils from the skin. Introducing a clear topcoat like lacquer will create a barrier and prevent the material from tarnishing. If left bare, the color will continue to change at a rate and intensity unique to that of its surroundings and amount of handling. Learn more.
Copper, Brass and Bronze are “Living Finishes”. The finish will oxidize in the presence of air, moisture, and even by natural oils from the skin. Introducing a clear topcoat like lacquer will create a barrier and prevent the material from tarnishing. If left bare, the color will continue to change at a rate and intensity unique to that of its surroundings and amount of handling. Learn more.
Copper, Brass and Bronze are “Living Finishes”. The finish will oxidize in the presence of air, moisture, and even by natural oils from the skin. Introducing a clear topcoat like lacquer will create a barrier and prevent the material from tarnishing. If left bare, the color will continue to change at a rate and intensity unique to that of its surroundings and amount of handling. Learn more.
Copper, Brass and Bronze are “Living Finishes”. The finish will oxidize in the presence of air, moisture, and even by natural oils from the skin. Introducing a clear topcoat like lacquer will create a barrier and prevent the material from tarnishing. If left bare, the color will continue to change at a rate and intensity unique to that of its surroundings and amount of handling. Learn more.
Secondary Finishes
Banker Wire has researched a number of secondary finish processes that work well with woven and welded wire meshes. Since different materials react to varying local environments, such as bare steel rusting in wet conditions, appropriate finishes for interior and exterior applications should be considered.
Many secondary finishes can be applied to help achieve the desired color, reflectivity, or corrosion resistance characteristics required.
Important Note Regarding Color
Please note that due to the limitations and relative inconsistencies of digital displays, the original and artificially colorized photography above is intended to only be a representation of the raw materials Banker Wire uses and is not a substitution for physical samples. Banker Wire manufactures all wire mesh in a bare mill finished condition. Please always confirm size, color, and finishes of wire mesh patterns with physical samples.
Designing with copper based alloys
US10A
The US10A finish physically removes the tarnish from the top layer of the bronze, brass or copper and seals it with a clear lacquer topcoat (For interior applications).
US10B
The US10B finish darkens the bronze, brass or copper. Our standard offering targets visually enhancing the texture of the wire mesh pattern by darkening the wire and then physically relieving the highpoints.
Special Considerations: US10A and US10B are not coatings. They are transformations of the existing base metal finish performed using a batch process. Deviations of color are inherent in these processes from job to job and no two metal finishers performing the same process are likely to arrive at the same color outcome. The time in solution, the base metal and the humidity in the area are just a few variables that prevent two separate outcomes to be the same. If consistency and a targeted color is what matters most to you, consider a powder coat that mimics the color instead like Prismatic Powders “Oil Rubbed Bronze”.
