Shower Hose & Inlet Filter Washer Screen is used for catching grit and pipe scale at the shower hose or mixer inlet so the head, thermostatic cartridge and diverter stay clear. ISO 228-1 thread sizes is the reference cited for it on drawings, datasheets and purchase orders.
What ISO 228-1 thread sizes Means for Shower Hose & Inlet Filter Washer Screen
The dimensions in the table below are supplied to suit ISO 228-1 thread sizes. 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.
Shower Hose & Inlet Filter Washer Screen Dimensions
| Size | Diameter (mm) | Mesh | Micron rating (u00b5m) | Rim | Thread |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G 1/2 | 19.5 | 60-Mesh SS304 | 233 | EPDM rubber | G 1/2 |
| G 3/4 | 24.5 | 60-Mesh SS304 | 233 | EPDM rubber | G 3/4 |
| G 1/2 fine | 19.5 | 100-Mesh SS304 | 154 | EPDM rubber | G 1/2 |
| Cone G 1/2 | 15.0 | 40-Mesh SS304 | 385 | Pressed cup | G 1/2 |
Specifying Shower Hose & Inlet Filter Washer Screen Beyond the Standard
- Thread size: G 1/2 for hoses and heads, G 3/4 for mixer inlets.
- Mesh: 60-mesh standard; 100-mesh where sand is present.
- Seal: An EPDM rim lets the screen also act as the joint seal.
When Shower Hose & Inlet Filter Washer Screen Is Not the Right Choice
Not a scale-prevention or softening product.
