Understanding Mesh Sizes
A 6 mesh powder has particles that measure less than 3360 microns. A powder that is 325 mesh has particles that measure less than 44 micron. As you can see, the larger the mesh number the smaller the particle size of the powder. 16 Mesh. 6 Mesh. 3 Mesh. Let's assume for the moment you were interested in tantalum powder and it had a description of: Tantalum Powder, 325 Mesh, 3N8 Purity .