What Is a Pressure Screen Basket Used For?
Pressure screen baskets are widely used in:
Mechanical Pulp (TMP)
Thermomechanical Pulp (TMP)
Chemi-Thermomechanical Pulp (CTMP)
Recycled Fiber Processing
Fine Screening Systems
Coarse Screening Systems
Paper Mills
Pulp Production Lines
Fiber Recovery Systems
Their function is to improve pulp cleanliness while minimizing fiber loss and reducing downstream equipment wear.
Quick Specifications
| Item | Specification |
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| Product Name | Pressure Screen Basket |
| Product Type | Screen Drum / Screen Cylinder |
| Material | Stainless Steel 316L (304 optional) |
| Slot Width | From 0.10 mm (custom available) |
| Screen Type | Inflow / Outflow |
| Manufacturing | Precision Wedge Wire / CNC Machining |
| Surface Finish | Precision Polished |
| OEM / ODM | Available |
| Inspection | Slot Accuracy, Roundness, Material Certification |
Key Advantages
High screening efficiency
Accurate slot width
Excellent wear resistance
Corrosion-resistant stainless steel construction
High open area for increased capacity
Long service life
Stable fiber separation
Compatible with OEM equipment
Modern wedge-wire screen baskets are designed to combine high open area with precise slot geometry, improving flow capacity while maintaining accurate contaminant removal.
Material Options
Available materials include:
Material selection depends on pulp consistency, operating temperature, wear conditions, and corrosion requirements.
Manufacturing Process
Engineering Review
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Material Preparation
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Precision Wedge Wire Fabrication / CNC Machining
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Slot Machining
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Welding & Assembly
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Surface Finishing
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Dimensional Inspection
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Slot Width Verification
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Packaging
Typical Applications
Our screen baskets are widely used in:
Slotted Screen Basket vs Hole Screen Basket
| Slotted Screen Basket | Hole Screen Basket |
|---|
| Higher fiber screening efficiency | Better for coarse screening |
| Excellent shive removal | Suitable for larger contaminants |
| Lower fiber loss | Higher throughput in coarse stages |
| Preferred for fine screening | Common in primary screening |
Slot baskets are generally preferred for fine screening because they provide higher contaminant removal efficiency while maintaining acceptable fiber yield.
Quality Inspection
Each screen basket undergoes comprehensive quality control:
Inspection reports and full traceability are available upon request.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a pressure screen basket?
A pressure screen basket is the cylindrical screening element inside a pressure screen. It separates acceptable fibers from contaminants through precision slots or holes while maintaining continuous pulp flow.
What slot sizes are available?
MetalKeen manufactures screen baskets with slot widths starting from 0.10 mm, with customized slot dimensions available according to customer requirements.
Which material is recommended?
316L stainless steel is commonly selected because of its excellent corrosion resistance, wear resistance, and long service life in pulp processing environments.
Can MetalKeen manufacture OEM replacement screen baskets?
Yes. We produce custom replacement screen baskets compatible with original equipment manufacturers, based on customer drawings, samples, or technical specifications.
Which industries use screen baskets?
Our products are widely used in mechanical pulp production, recycled fiber processing, paper manufacturing, tissue production, packaging paper, and specialty paper mills.
