Forming Fabric Calculator — HengXing Corp

Machine Parameters

Machine Speed (m/min) Range: 50–2,200 m/min

Machine Width (meters) Range: 1.0–12.5 m

Paper Grade

Filler Content (%) Range: 0–50%

Former Type

Target Fabric Life (days) Range: 30–120 days

Reference: Layer Type Selection Guide

Layer Type	Speed Range	Fibre Support Index	Typical Life	Best For
Single-Layer	50–500 m/min	Low	30–45 days	Low-speed packaging, cultural paper
Double-Layer	300–900 m/min	Medium	45–60 days	Medium-speed packaging, kraft
2.5-Layer	500–1,200 m/min	Medium-High	50–70 days	Bridge solution, competitive pricing
SSB Triple-Layer	600–2,200 m/min	High	60–90+ days	Tissue, high-speed, premium grades

Reference: Mesh Count by Paper Grade

Paper Grade	Warp Mesh (threads/cm)	Weft Mesh (threads/cm)	Air Permeability (L/m²·s)
Tissue	55–65	40–50	400–600
Printing & Writing	50–60	35–45	500–700
Packaging / Containerboard	40–55	30–40	600–800
Kraft / Linerboard	35–50	25–35	600–800