The forming process is one of the most important stages in papermaking, directly affecting paper structure, fiber distribution, thickness uniformity, and final product quality. In cylinder mould paper machines, the Paper Machine Wire Cylinder is the core forming component responsible for collecting fibers from pulp suspension and creating a continuous paper web.
Also known as a Cylinder Mould, the wire cylinder operates by rotating partially immersed in a vat containing pulp slurry. As the cylinder rotates, water passes through the forming wire while fibers are retained on the surface, gradually forming a uniform wet paper sheet.
Compared with traditional flat-wire forming systems, cylinder mould technology provides unique advantages in producing specialty papers, board products, and materials requiring specific fiber characteristics and formation properties.
A precision-designed wire cylinder ensures stable rotation, effective drainage, uniform fiber distribution, and long-term reliable operation.
Paper machine wire cylinders are widely used in different paper production applications:
1. Packaging Paper and Paperboard Production
Wire cylinders are commonly used for producing:
Cardboard
Kraft board
Industrial paperboard
Specialty packaging materials
They provide stable forming performance and support the production of thicker paper grades.
2. Specialty Paper Manufacturing
Cylinder mould machines are suitable for specialty papers requiring unique structures and excellent formation quality, including:
Filter paper
Decorative paper
Electrical insulation paper
Security paper
3. Handmade and Premium Paper Production
Wire cylinders are widely used in traditional and premium paper production where controlled fiber formation and special surface characteristics are required.
4. Multi-Layer Board Production
Multiple cylinder mould systems can be combined to produce multi-layer boards with different fiber compositions and improved product performance.
| Parameter | Specification |
| Product Name | Paper Machine Wire Cylinder |
| Alternative Name | Cylinder Mould |
| Application | Cylinder Mould Paper Machine |
| Cylinder Diameter | 500–2500 mm |
| Face Length | 1000–6000 mm |
| Material | Stainless Steel / Carbon Steel |
| Wire Type | Stainless Steel Wire Mesh / Copper Wire Mesh |
| Rotation Speed | Customized according to machine design |
| Surface Treatment | Polishing / Anti-Corrosion Treatment |
| Balance Accuracy | ISO 21940 Standard |
| Drainage Type | Gravity Drainage / Vacuum Assisted Drainage |
| Inspection | Dimension Test, Balance Test, Surface Inspection |
1. Excellent Fiber Formation Performance
The wire cylinder provides stable fiber retention and controlled drainage, helping create uniform paper structure.
Benefits:
Improved sheet formation
Better fiber distribution
Consistent paper quality
2. Stable Continuous Operation
High-quality manufacturing ensures smooth rotation and reliable performance during long production cycles.
Advantages:
Reduced vibration
Stable production
Lower maintenance requirements
3. High Corrosion Resistance
Because the wire cylinder operates continuously in a wet pulp environment, corrosion resistance is extremely important.
Using stainless steel materials and advanced surface treatment technology provides:
Longer service life
Better resistance to chemical environments
Reduced maintenance costs
4. Precision Manufacturing
Accurate machining and assembly ensure:
Proper roundness
Uniform wire tension
Stable rotation
Improved forming performance
5. Customized Structure Design
Wire cylinders can be customized according to:
Paper grade
Production capacity
Machine speed
Fiber type
Drainage requirements
Different wire mesh designs can also be selected to achieve different paper formation characteristics.
6. Suitable for Multi-Layer Forming
Cylinder mould systems allow multiple wire cylinders to work together, enabling manufacturers to produce high-performance multi-layer paper and board products.