Oil Splatter Screen is used for covering an open frying pan so hot oil droplets are caught by fine mesh while steam still escapes and food keeps searing. FDA 21 CFR is the reference cited for it on drawings, datasheets and purchase orders.
What FDA 21 CFR Means for Oil Splatter Screen
The dimensions in the table below are supplied to suit FDA 21 CFR. 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.
Oil Splatter Screen Dimensions
| Size | Diameter (mm) | Mesh | Frame | Handle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 cm | 250 | 60-Mesh SS304 | Rolled SS rim | Folding SS |
| 29 cm | 290 | 60-Mesh SS304 | Rolled SS rim | Folding SS |
| 33 cm | 330 | 80-Mesh SS304 | Rolled SS rim + feet | Silicone grip |
Specifying Oil Splatter Screen Beyond the Standard
- Diameter: Choose 1–2 cm larger than the widest pan rim so the guard rests on the lip rather than dropping in.
- Mesh count: 60-mesh stops nearly all droplets with free venting; 80-mesh also stops fine oil mist but fogs faster.
- Rim & handle: A rolled stainless rim with three feet lets the hot guard stand on a counter; a folding handle stores flat.
When Oil Splatter Screen Is Not the Right Choice
Not a cooking lid: it will not trap heat for braising or keep liquid from reducing, and it does not stop deep-fryer boil-over.
