Dryer Fabric for Paper Machine Clothing
Dryer fabric product families for paper-machine dryer sections. Structure, seam and permeability should be reviewed against dryer position and actual operating conditions.
Dryer Fabric for These Paper Grades
Each paper grade requires a fabric-structure and parameter review against the machine conditions.
Tissue
Review dryer fabric construction and specifications for tissue against the machine position and operating conditions.
Packaging
Review dryer fabric construction and specifications for packaging against the machine position and operating conditions.
Kraft
Review dryer fabric construction and specifications for kraft against the machine position and operating conditions.
Corrugated
Review dryer fabric construction and specifications for corrugated against the machine position and operating conditions.
Board
Review dryer fabric construction and specifications for board against the machine position and operating conditions.
Specialty Paper
Review dryer fabric construction and specifications for specialty paper against the machine position and operating conditions.
Culture Paper
Review dryer fabric construction and specifications for culture paper against the machine position and operating conditions.
Dryer Fabric Structure Types
Choose the optimal structure based on your machine parameters and paper grade requirements.
Dryer Fabric — Its Role in the Complete PMC System
Dryer fabric supports sheet conveyance through the dryer section. Review dryer position, fabric configuration, permeability and actual operating conditions before selection.
Flat Yarn Dryer Fabric
Machine-section reference for a technical review; final suitability requires actual operating conditions.Round Yarn Dryer Fabric
Machine-section reference for a technical review; final suitability requires actual operating conditions.Spiral Dryer Fabric
Machine-section reference for a technical review; final suitability requires actual operating conditions.
Information to Prepare for a Technical Review
These details help start a focused technical discussion. Final suitability still needs to be confirmed against the actual machine conditions.
Paper grade and basis-weight range
Machine and dryer-section information
Dryer-fabric position, section layout and fabric dimensions
Current fabric details and the reason for technical review
Dryer Fabric Products
8 products available. Each can be customized to your machine specifications.
PAPTEX GW22504K Hydrolysis-Resistant Flat-Woven Dryer Fabric
GW22504K Round-Yarn Dryer Fabric Selection GW22504K is a 4-shed double-layer flat-woven dryer fabric with a spiral seam and hydrolysis-resistant PET round yarns in both directions. A replacement review needs the exact dryer-section position, current fabric specification and operating conditions as well as fabric length and width. The product image represents the dryer-fabric family and is not an inspection photograph of an individual delivered fabric. GW22504K vs BGW22608: round yarn or flat yarn? Flat-woven and flat-yarn describe different things. The GW22504K sheet specifies round warp and weft yarns; BGW22608 uses flat warp yarns and round weft yarns. Identify the construction before comparing permeability and caliper, rather than choosing a replacement from the product name alone. Round-yarn and flat-yarn dryer fabric specifications from the source sheetsParameterGW22504KBGW22608Construction4-shed double-layer8-shed 1.5-layerWarp yarnØ0.50 mm PET (round)0.60 × 0.40 mm PET (flat)Weft yarnØ0.50 mm PETØ0.60 / Ø0.50 mm PETAir permeability11,200 m³/m²h (709 CFM)4,740 m³/m²h (300 CFM)Caliper2.00 mm1.60 mm Both sheets list fabric tenacity at break of ≥2,000 N/cm. This is neither an operating-tension rating nor a seam-strength value. The GW22504K sheet describes a spiral seam; the BGW22608 sheet describes a mini-ring seam. Confirm seam compatibility and dimensions separately. See the complete BGW22608 flat-yarn dryer fabric specifications. Is higher air permeability always the better choice? Air permeability alone does not determine the right fabric. These are the values recorded in the two sheets; neither states the test pressure. Confirm comparable test conditions when checking a current fabric or another supplier's specification. These numbers do not predict drying output, steam savings or service life. A selection review should consider the installation position, paper grade and basis weight, operating speed, and available temperature, humidity and ventilation records together. Describe when and where the current fabric experiences deposits, guiding difficulties, wear, seam problems or uneven drying so that the fabric specification and operating conditions can both be reviewed. What to send for a dryer fabric selection review Paper grade, basis-weight range, operating speed, dryer group and top or bottom fabric position.Fabric length and width, current model, construction, air permeability and its test conditions if known.Current seam type, seam and wear photographs, and machine-builder installation and operating requirements.The issue to address, its location and frequency, plus available temperature, humidity, ventilation, tension or cleaning records. Start with the blank machine clothing review form (CSV) and include additional records with your enquiry. Leave unavailable details blank or mark them as unknown. Then request a GW22504K technical review, or compare other constructions in the dryer fabric product range. Parameter sources: PAPTEX technical parameter sheets for GW22504K and BGW22608. Final specifications require confirmation against actual operating conditions.
Flat Yarn Dryer Fabric
Flat Yarn Dryer FabricFlat yarn dryer fabrics are selected for paper-machine dryer sections where sheet support, permeability and contact conditions must be reviewed together.Selection should consider paper grade, dryer arrangement, moisture load, machine conditions, cleaning practice and the current fabric specification. Send these operating details for an engineering review.
Spiral Dryer Fabric
Spiral Dryer FabricSpiral dryer fabrics are selected for paper-machine dryer sections when a spiral-link construction and an installation seam are required.Spiral size, joining yarn, seam design and permeability should be confirmed against paper grade, dryer configuration and the current fabric specification. Send these operating details for an engineering review.
Round Yarn Dryer Fabric
Round Yarn Dryer FabricRound yarn dryer fabrics are selected for paper-machine dryer sections when the paper grade, dryer layout and operating conditions suit a round-yarn construction.Selection should consider sheet requirements, contamination conditions, cleaning practice, installation method and the current fabric specification. Send these operating details for an engineering review.
Plain Weave Dryer Fabric
Plain Weave Dryer FabricPlain weave dryer fabrics are selected for paper-machine dryer sections when a stable weave construction suits the paper grade and machine arrangement.Selection should consider the existing fabric, paper properties, dryer-group conditions, cleaning practice and installation requirements. Send these operating details for an engineering review.
Anti-static Dryer Fabric
Product OverviewPAPTEX Anti-static dryer fabric is supplied for paper-machine dryer section.Selection BasisFinal construction and configuration should be confirmed against paper grade, dryer layout, existing fabric data and operating conditions.
PAPTEX BGW22608 Hydrolysis-Resistant Flat-Yarn Dryer Fabric
BGW22608 Hydrolysis-Resistant Flat-Yarn Dryer FabricBGW22608 is an 8-shed 1.5-layer dryer fabric. The values below are transcribed from the reviewed technical parameter sheet. Final fabric selection must be confirmed against machine conditions and fabric dimensions.If you are reviewing repeated fabric failure, use the hydrolysis-resistant dryer fabric replacement checklist to separate possible material degradation from edge wear, seam damage and contamination before specifying a replacement.The product image is representative of the dryer-fabric family and is not a model-specific inspection image.
PAPTEX SJ16904 Dryer Fabric
SJ16904 Dryer Fabric Documented ConfigurationsSJ16904 appears in three separately recorded configurations in the reviewed dryer-section parameter document. The rows below reproduce each recorded configuration without calculating a range or combining values. Final configuration selection must be confirmed against the machine conditions and fabric dimensions.The product image is representative of the dryer-fabric family and is not a model-specific inspection image.
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Ask an Engineer →Round yarn or flat yarn: compare the actual specifications
These are two woven model examples, not universal specifications for round or flat yarn. Flat-woven does not mean flat-yarn; a spiral seam does not mean a spiral fabric body.
| Specification | GW22504K | BGW22608 |
|---|---|---|
| Construction | 4-shed double-layer | 8-shed 1.5-layer |
| Warp yarn | Round PET Ø0.50 mm | Flat PET 0.60 × 0.40 mm |
| Listed air permeability | 11,200 m³/m²h (709 CFM) | 4,740 m³/m²h (300 CFM) |
| Caliper | 2.00 mm | 1.60 mm |
The sheets do not state the permeability test pressure; confirm comparable test conditions. Permeability does not predict drying output, energy savings or service life. Confirm the final specification against the position, current fabric and machine requirements.
Compare the Three PMC Families and Selection Data
Review forming fabrics, press felts, dryer fabrics, the selection-data checklist and source-specific model references.
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View the PMC technical overviewDryer Fabric Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about selection, installation, usage, and maintenance.
How do I choose the right dryer fabric for my paper machine?
Selecting dryer fabric involves considering paper grade, machine speed, basis weight range, and drainage/drying/press requirements. Our engineers recommend the optimal fabric structure and parameters for your specific conditions.
What is the typical service life?
Service life depends on paper grade, speed, tension, cleaning, contact elements, contamination and hydrolysis conditions. It should be evaluated from the current fabric record and failure mode rather than promised as one fixed number of days.
Can the size be customized?
Please provide machine width, length and operating conditions. Available specifications and dimensions are confirmed through technical review and formal quotation.
What is the delivery time?
Delivery timing depends on the confirmed fabric construction, dimensions, production schedule and destination. Confirm timing in the formal quotation after technical review.
Do you provide installation guidance?
State installation-support needs in the enquiry. Available documentation and support methods are confirmed for the product, market and project.
What is the minimum order quantity?
Minimum order quantity and order conditions depend on the confirmed construction, dimensions and production requirements. Confirm them in the formal quotation.
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Submit machine and operating information to begin a technical review of fabric construction and parameters.