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IS 1568 : 1970wire cloth for general purposes

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ISO 9044 · ASTM E2016 · BS EN ISO 9044
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IS 1568:1970 is the Indian Standard (BIS) for wire cloth for general purposes. This standard specifies the requirements for woven wire cloth used for general purposes, such as screening, grading, sieving, and filtering. It covers acceptable materials, nominal aperture sizes, wire diameters, and permissible tolerances to ensure consistency in industrial applications.

wire cloth for general purposes

Overview

Status
Current
Usage level
Specialized
Domain
Materials Science — Sieves, Sieving and Other Sizing Methods
Type
Specification
International equivalents
ISO 9044:2016 · International Organization for Standardization (ISO), InternationalASTM E2016-22 · American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM International), USABS EN ISO 9044:2016 · British Standards Institution (BSI), UKISO 4783-2:1989 · International Organization for Standardization (ISO), International
Typically used with
IS 280IS 460
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Practical Notes
! Always specify the appropriate wire material (e.g., stainless steel, brass, mild steel) based on the corrosiveness and abrasiveness of the material being processed.
! Regularly inspect wire cloth used for precision grading, as continuous wear will enlarge the apertures over time and cause out-of-spec output.
Frequently referenced clauses
Cl. 3Material RequirementsCl. 4Nominal Aperture Sizes and Wire DiametersCl. 5Weaving and WorkmanshipCl. 6Tolerances on Aperture Sizes
Pulled from IS 1568:1970. Browse the full clause & table index below in Tables & Referenced Sections.
wire clothwoven wiresteel wirebrass wirephosphor bronze

International Equivalents

Similar International Standards
ISO 9044:2016International Organization for Standardization (ISO), International
HighCurrent
Industrial woven wire cloth — Technical requirements and testing
Defines technical requirements, tolerances, and test methods for woven wire cloth, matching the core purpose of IS 1568.
ASTM E2016-22American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM International), USA
HighCurrent
Standard Specification for Industrial Woven Wire Cloth
Covers industrial woven wire cloth for general purposes like filtering and screening, directly overlapping with the IS code's scope.
BS EN ISO 9044:2016British Standards Institution (BSI), UK
HighCurrent
Industrial woven wire cloth. Technical requirements and testing
The British and European adoption of ISO 9044, making its scope identical to the primary international equivalent.
ISO 4783-2:1989International Organization for Standardization (ISO), International
MediumCurrent
Industrial wire screens and woven wire cloth — Guide to the choice of aperture size and wire diameter combinations — Part 2: Preferred combinations for woven wire cloth
Provides guidance on selecting preferred combinations of aperture and wire diameter, a key component of IS 1568's tables.
Key Differences
≠IS 1568:1970 is a very old standard with basic requirements, whereas modern standards like ISO 9044:2016 are far more comprehensive, covering advanced weave types (e.g., Dutch weaves), detailed test procedures, and statistical quality control.
≠International standards like ISO 9044 define multiple tolerance classes (e.g., Class 1, 2, 3) for aperture size, allowing users to specify the required precision. IS 1568 provides only a single, generally wider, tolerance band.
≠IS 1568 provides a fixed list of aperture and wire diameter combinations. Modern standards like ASTM E2016 are more flexible, defining the rules and tolerances that can be applied to a wider range of custom and standard combinations.
≠Test methods in IS 1568 are described very briefly. ISO 9044 provides detailed, repeatable, and verifiable test methods for measuring parameters, often referencing modern techniques like optical projection or digital image analysis.
Key Similarities
≈All standards share the same fundamental purpose: to specify woven wire cloth for industrial applications like screening, grading, and filtering.
≈The primary defining characteristics of wire cloth are identical across all standards: the nominal aperture size (w) and the nominal wire diameter (d).
≈The most common weave types, 'Plain Weave' and 'Twill Weave', are recognized and defined in both IS 1568 and its international counterparts as the basis for general purpose cloth.
≈The range of materials covered is conceptually similar, including carbon steel, galvanized steel, stainless steel, and non-ferrous alloys like brass, bronze, and copper, even though specific grade designations differ.
Parameter Comparison
ParameterIS ValueInternationalSource
Designation MethodDesignated by nominal aperture size in mm (e.g., 1.00 mm IS Wire Cloth).Primarily designated by nominal aperture size 'w' in mm or micrometers.ISO 9044:2016
Aperture Tolerance (for 1.00mm aperture)±0.05 mm (±5%)±0.06 mm (±6%) for average aperture size in standard quality (Class 1).ISO 9044:2016
Wire Diameter Tolerance (for 1.00mm wire)Refers to IS 280, typically ±0.04 mm (±4%) for steel wire.Typically ±0.03 mm (±3%) for stainless steel wire.ISO 9044:2016
Standard Roll Widths900, 1000, 1200 mm1000, 1200, 1500, 2000 mm (metric); also 36 in (914 mm), 48 in (1219 mm).ASTM E2016-22
Maximum Allowable Individual ApertureNot explicitly defined as a separate parameter from general tolerance.Defined. For 1.00mm aperture, max individual aperture can be 1.25mm (w + 25%).ISO 9044:2016
⚠ Verify details from original standards before use

Key Values1

Quick Reference Values
standard roll widths900 mm, 1200 mm, and 1500 mm

Tables & Referenced Sections

Key Tables
Table 1 - Dimensions of Woven Wire Cloth for General Purposes
Key Clauses
Clause 3 - Material Requirements
Clause 4 - Nominal Aperture Sizes and Wire Diameters
Clause 5 - Weaving and Workmanship
Clause 6 - Tolerances on Aperture Sizes

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Cross-Referenced Codes
IS 280:2006Mild Steel Wire for General Engineering Purpo...
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IS 460:2000Test Sieves: Part-I Wire Cloth Test Sieves
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Frequently Asked Questions3

How is wire cloth specified according to this standard?+
It is specified by its nominal aperture size, nominal wire diameter, material of construction, and the overall dimensions (length and width) of the cloth.
What materials are typically used for manufacturing the wire cloth?+
Common materials include mild steel, stainless steel, brass, copper, and phosphor bronze wire, depending on the application requirements.
How should fine apertures be measured for compliance?+
Fine apertures are measured using optical instruments like a projection microscope to accurately check tolerances.

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