What Mesh Count Should I Choose for My Forming Fabric?

FAQ

Tissue Paper (<40 gsm): 70-95 threads/cm — very fine for ultra-lightweight sheet support.

Culture/Fine Paper (40-120 gsm): 50-70 threads/cm — balanced fineness and drainage.

Packaging Paper (80-200 gsm): 35-55 threads/cm — moderate mesh for heavy basis weights.

Heavy-Weight Grades (200-400+ gsm): 25-40 threads/cm — coarse mesh for high drainage demand.

Key Principle: Finer mesh = better fiber support but lower drainage. The optimal mesh is the finest count that still provides adequate drainage at your target operating speed.

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Technical Background

This answer is based on PAPTEX's expertise in Forming Fabric. PAPTEX provides engineered fabric solutions to 200+ paper mills worldwide.

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Last updated: July 2026