316 Stainless Steel Wire Mesh for Paper Machine Dryer Cylinder

Mesh count directly affects fiber retention and dehydration speed. Low mesh count (60-80 mesh) is used for newsprint and boxboard paper for quick dehydration. Medium to high mesh count (90-120 mesh) is used for cultural and printing paper with good fiber retention. High mesh count (120+ mesh) is used for special paper and filter paper for fine filtration.

Please send us the mesh count and material, and the size of the cylinder (diameter or length and width) you need. We will quote you our price based on that information.

The most commonly used is 304 stainless steel due to its good corrosion resistance, oxidation resistance, and moderate cost. It can withstand acid, alkali, and humid environments. For more demanding environments with high chloride ion content, 316L material can be selected to enhance corrosion resistance.

It offers a longer service life as it is wear-resistant and corrosion-resistant, lasting several times longer than polyester mesh. It has higher stability with a low coefficient of thermal expansion and less deformation. It also provides better paper quality with a smooth, seamless surface that reduces marks and improves uniformity.

Common configurations include an inner support mesh ranging from 8 to 16 mesh and a much finer outer forming layer ranging from 35x40 mesh up to 90x60 mesh. This allows for optimized strength, drainage, and sheet formation.