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Mesh ↔ Micron Conversion

"Mesh" means openings per linear inch. Filter and filtration specs are usually given in microns — convert between them here.

Used for exact opening. Leave as-is for the standard sieve approximation.

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ASTM E11 Standard Sieve Series (nominal)

MeshNominal opening (µm)≈ mm
447504.75
633503.35
823602.36
1020002.00
1217001.70
1414001.40
1611801.18
1810001.00
208500.850
257100.710
306000.600
355000.500
404250.425
453550.355
503000.300
602500.250
702120.212
801800.180
1001500.150
1201250.125
1401060.106
170900.090
200750.075
230630.063
270530.053
325450.045
400380.038

Nominal values from ASTM E11 / ISO 565. Actual opening depends on wire diameter: opening = 25.4/mesh − wire dia (mm).