Refrigerator & Ice Maker Inlet Valve Screen is used for protecting refrigerator water dispensers and ice-maker solenoid valves from sand, scale and pipe debris at the inlet fitting. ANSI 61 is the reference cited for it on drawings, datasheets and purchase orders.
What ANSI 61 Means for Refrigerator & Ice Maker Inlet Valve Screen
The dimensions in the table below are supplied to suit ANSI 61. Where the standard sets requirements for the finished appliance, device or system, compliance testing of that assembly stays with its manufacturer; we supply the metal mesh part to the drawing and can provide material certificates and dimensional reports with the shipment.
Refrigerator & Ice Maker Inlet Valve Screen Dimensions
| Size | Diameter (mm) | Mesh | Micron rating (u00b5m) | Fit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/4 in compression | 9.5 | 60-Mesh brass | 233 | Valve inlet seat |
| 3/8 in | 12.5 | 60-Mesh SS304 | 233 | Valve inlet seat |
| Cup 1/4 in | 8.0 | 80-Mesh SS304 | 178 | Pressed cup |
Specifying Refrigerator & Ice Maker Inlet Valve Screen Beyond the Standard
- Fitting size: 1/4 in or 3/8 in compression inlet.
- Mesh: 60–80 mesh stops grit without restricting flow.
- Material: Brass or SS304.
When Refrigerator & Ice Maker Inlet Valve Screen Is Not the Right Choice
Not a drinking-water filter; taste and contaminant reduction need a separate cartridge.
