Here are the screen specifications for making the common grades of rye flour, including white wheat flour, which is a flour that you will sometimes encounter in the historic record.
| Flour Type | Mesh Size | Particle Size (µm) | Extraction Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Rye | 60-70 | 250-300 | 65-70% |
| Light Rye | 50 | 300 | ~80% |
| Medium Rye | 40 | 425 | ~85% |
| Wholegrain | No sifting | N/A | 100% |