What Press Felt Weight (GSM) Do I Need?
FAQ
Recommended Press Felt Weight by Press Type:
- Suction Press: 1,300-1,600 g/m²
- Grooved Press: 1,400-1,700 g/m²
- Blind-Drilled Press: 1,400-1,800 g/m²
- Shoe Press: 1,500-1,800 g/m²
- Tissue / Yankee: 1,100-1,400 g/m²
Trade-offs: Heavier felts provide more void volume (water handling) and longer life, but cost more and require higher operating tension.
PAPTEX engineers calculate the optimal weight for your specific nip pressure, machine speed, and water load.
Technical Background
This answer is based on PAPTEX's expertise in Press Felt. PAPTEX provides engineered fabric solutions to 200+ paper mills worldwide.
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Last updated: July 2026
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