A reverse Dutch weave is a type of mesh pattern used in metalworking and wire cloth fabrication. In this weave, the direction of the wires alternates in a specific way to create a strong, durable mesh with unique properties. Here's how a reverse Dutch weave typically works: 1. Warp wires: These run vertically and are generally thicker. 2. Weft wires: These run horizontally and are thinner than the warp wires. 3. Pattern: - The weft wires pass over one warp wire, then under the next. - This pattern is reversed for each row, creating an offset effect. Key characteristics: - High open area (percentage of open space in the mesh) - Good strength-to-weight ratio - Often used in filtration applications The "reverse" part refers to the alternating pattern of weaving between rows, which differs from a standard Dutch weave that might have a consistent over-under-over pattern throughout. This type of weave is commonly used in: - Filtration systems - Separators - Architectural applications