PZ-7
Pattern Details
Percent Open:38.0%
Aspect Ratio:2.71:1
Weight:1.22 lbs./sq. ft.
Overall Thickness:0.108
Crimp Style:PLPLZ
Opening Limitation:0.060 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.
PZ-7
Materials & Finishes 
PowderPZ-7
The Banker Wire PZ-7 architectural wire mesh is a fine rectangular plain crimp weave. The fine weave creates an up close detail that is not seen in other crimp style combinations. Low percent open area makes this a nice design material for light filtration or combined with wood cabinetry.Stainless SteelPlain SteelStainless SteelPlain SteelFeaturing: PZ-7
Raw materials for PZ-7 wire mesh
Select Your Alloy:Stainless SteelPZ-7 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.
Plain SteelPZ-7 in Plain Steel
In the wire mesh industry, plain steel, also known as carbon steel, is a widely used metal available in both woven and welded wire mesh forms. It primarily consists of iron (Fe) with a small amount of carbon (C) and other trace elements, making it a cost-effective and versatile option.
Plain steel wire mesh is manufactured from a wide range of wire diameters directly cold drawn from hot rolled rod. Known for its strength, durability, and magnetic properties, the material represents very good value. Plain steel is widely used in applications where its weld-ability and economy make it a popular option. Its appearance can range from black to gunmetal to silver but is susceptible to rusting when exposed to wet or moist conditions. Plain steel wire mesh is often finished with a secondary coating such as plating, powder coating or hot dipped galvanized to beautify and/or protect it from further corrosion.
Plain steel can be further categorized into two groups known as low carbon steel and high carbon steel depending on the percentage of carbon content. The amount of carbon content affects strength and hardness characteristics in the wire.
While cost and overall workability make plain steel wire mesh a popular choice, corrosion resistance is lacking. Rust will occur rapidly in the presence of moist and salty conditions. Plating or Powder coating are both options to finish this base material for interior applications. For a woven wire mesh specification used in an exterior application, a powder coated plain steel wire mesh will rust at the wire mesh intersections. Please consider a pre-galvanized or aluminum wire mesh as a suitable alternative when a powder coated finish is desired in an exterior application.
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.
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.
Powder Coating
Powder coating is a cost effective way to add an unlimited range of colors to wire mesh. Powder coating uses an electrostatic charge to attract a finley ground powder evenly across all surfaces of the wire mesh. The electrostatic charge holds the pigmented powder until it passes through an oven where it cures and adheres permanently to the wire mesh. After curing, the wire mesh has a colorful and durable coating that adds to the desired aesthetic of the project.
Decorative Plating for PZ-7 wire mesh
Associated with Plain Steel Base
Decorative plating is an electrodeposition process where a thin layer of brass, nickel, chrome, or copper is deposited on the wire mesh surface in a tank-dipped procedure. A decorative antique plated finish can really bring out the texture of a woven wire mesh in ways that other coatings cannot. The thin layer of metal does not mask the detail of the wire mesh but rather highlights it. The antique plated finish process introduces a dark oxide layer over top of the bright plated alloy. Then, visual depth is removed by a human with an abrasive pad to get the desired effect on the high points of the wire mesh allowing the bright plated alloy to show through. A thin layer of lacquer is applied after plating to help preserve the finish from further tarnishing.
Maximum Dimensions: 42″x96″
Interior use only.
Special Considerations: The antique finishes undergo an abrasion process by hand to relieve the brighter alloy underneath the darker oxidized layer. The contrast between dark and bright alloy is unique to that of the various woven wire mesh patterns. The pictures above demonstrate how the different textures of the mesh patterns affect the same color finish. It should be noted that with any metal finish that is done by hand, a degree of variability will be inherent in the outcome. Samples of the finish will generally provide a good representation of color and detail however the brightness and darkness of the antique process may be different from job to job. This variability should be factored into the final design decision.
Decorative plating is an electrodeposition process where a thin layer of brass, nickel, chrome, or copper is deposited on the wire mesh surface in a tank-dipped procedure. A decorative antique plated finish can really bring out the texture of a woven wire mesh in ways that other coatings cannot. The thin layer of metal does not mask the detail of the wire mesh but rather highlights it. The antique plated finish process introduces a dark oxide layer over top of the bright plated alloy. Then, visual depth is removed by a human with an abrasive pad to get the desired effect on the high points of the wire mesh allowing the bright plated alloy to show through. A thin layer of lacquer is applied after plating to help preserve the finish from further tarnishing.
