Well Screen

PWS Series PVC Well Screen Slot Size vs. Stainless MESH ratings.

PWS Series PVC Well Screen Slot Size vs. Stainless MESH ratings.

The chart below shows how the 0.010" slotted well screens compare to the 60, 80, & 100 SS mesh ratings of WP series SS mesh well points.

The 0.010" slot width is the finest slotted PVC screen available. Cutting the slots with thinner cutting blades is not possible. The 0.010" slotted well screens / wellpoints are the equivalent to 60 mesh SS well points.

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