100 mesh denotes 100 wires per inch in each direction. For washing machine & dryer lint filter mesh the governing document is IEC 60456 / IEC 61121; the specification row, aperture-micron conversion and selection guidance for this count follow.
100 Mesh Specification Row (IEC 60456 / IEC 61121)
| Mesh count | Wire diameter (mm) | Aperture (mm) | Micron rating (u00b5m) | Open area (%) | Material |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100-Mesh | 0.100 | 0.154 | 154 | 36.8 | SS304 |
100 Mesh to Micron & Aperture
| Openings per inch | 100 |
|---|---|
| Aperture (opening width) | 0.154 mm |
| Micron rating | 154 µm |
| Standard wire diameter | 0.1 mm |
| Open area | 36.7 % |
Aperture = (25.4 mm ÷ mesh count) − wire diameter. The micron rating equals the aperture in micrometres; actual retention also depends on particle shape and cake formation.
Wire Diameter Options at 100 Mesh
| Option | Wire dia | Aperture | Micron | Open area | Weight (SS) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy wire | 0.130 mm | 0.124 mm | 124 µm | 23.8 % | 0.87 kg/m² |
| Standard wire | 0.100 mm | 0.154 mm | 154 µm | 36.8 % | 0.51 kg/m² |
| Fine wire | 0.075 mm | 0.179 mm | 179 µm | 49.7 % | 0.29 kg/m² |
Heavier wire adds strength and abrasion life but closes the aperture; finer wire opens the aperture and raises throughput at the cost of durability. Specify mesh count AND wire diameter to fix the aperture unambiguously.
Open Area & Flow at 100 Mesh
The standard 100 mesh weave presents an open area of about 36.7%. A common design rule is to keep the clean-mesh approach velocity low enough that initial pressure drop is negligible; the mesh then acts as the cake support.
100 Mesh Cloth Weight
Standard 100 mesh stainless cloth weighs approximately 0.51 kg/m² (density 7.93 g/cm³ basis; brass and copper weave roughly 10% heavier, aluminum about one third). Use this figure for roll handling and freight estimation.
Typical Applications for 100 Mesh Washing Machine & Dryer Lint Filter Mesh
100 mesh washing machine & dryer lint filter mesh is commonly specified for liquid filtration and clarification, extruder screen packs, hydraulic and fuel strainers, pharmaceutical and food sieving, and laboratory test work.
Plain, Twill or Dutch Weave at This Rating?
Plain square weave is the standard at this count: every opening is a true square of the stated aperture, retention is absolute for hard spherical particles, and the cloth is easy to clean.
When to Step Up or Down from 100 Mesh
Move to 120 mesh when particles are passing that must be retained; drop back to 80 mesh when the element blinds too quickly or the pressure drop is excessive. In a multi-layer pack, pair this count with a coarser support mesh downstream to carry the pressure load.
What Washing Machine & Dryer Lint Filter Mesh Does
Trapping lint and fibers in washing machines and tumble dryers before they reach the pump, drain or heater.
Fitting & Care
- Clean dryer lint screens after every load.
- Wash the screen with water and a brush monthly to remove softener film.
