Hair Dryer Air Inlet Filter Mesh is used for keeping hair and lint out of the hair dryer motor and heating element at the rear air intake. IEC 60335-2-23 is the reference cited for it on drawings, datasheets and purchase orders.
What IEC 60335-2-23 Means for Hair Dryer Air Inlet Filter Mesh
The dimensions in the table below are supplied to suit IEC 60335-2-23. 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.
Hair Dryer Air Inlet Filter Mesh Dimensions
| Size | Diameter (mm) | Construction | Hole diameter (mm) | Open area (%) | Micron rating (u00b5m) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HD-45 | 45 | Etched SS304 0.1 mm + plastic frame | 0.15 | 35 | 150 |
| HD-55 | 55 | Etched SS304 0.1 mm + plastic frame | 0.15 | 35 | 150 |
| HD-65 | 65 | Woven 120-mesh + metal ring | 0.12 | 33 | 122 |
| High-speed 38 | 38 | Etched SS316 hex 0.08 mm | 0.10 | 30 | 100 |
Specifying Hair Dryer Air Inlet Filter Mesh Beyond the Standard
- Diameter & frame: Match the rear housing and the twist or snap fixing.
- Hole size: 0.10–0.15 mm keeps hair out of high-speed motors.
- Open area: At least 30 % so airflow and motor cooling are not choked.
When Hair Dryer Air Inlet Filter Mesh Is Not the Right Choice
Not a HEPA air filter and does not clean the room air.
