AFM14 Nylon Fishing Net 9MD Deep Flatfish Set Net – 240m MPI-Compliant Flounder Net

The AFM14 is a purpose-built flatfish set net crafted in clear nylon, designed specifically for South Island waters and MPI rules. With a 9-mesh-deep profile and a long 240 m hank, this net delivers steady flatfish catches while keeping you fully compliant with local regulations.

• Depth and design: 9–mesh-deep (9MD) flatfish set net engineered for predictable performance in varied tidal conditions.
• Mesh and strength: 5.5 inch (approximately 140 mm) mesh paired with a 0.35 mm monofilament twine for a balance of catch efficiency and durability.
• Length and versatility: 240 m hank that can be configured to meet the 60 m per-net rule, with anchors at each end for secure deployment from shore, boat, or small vessels.
• Regulatory alignment: MPI-compliant flounder net specifications for the South Island, including a practical 50% hanging ratio to partition the hank into two approximately 60 m nets.
• Visibility and monitoring: Clear nylon mesh enhances underwater visibility, helping you monitor passage and bycatch without compromising performance.

Designed to align with the behavior of flatfish, the AFM14’s combination of depth, mesh size, and monofilament diameter supports steady catches under typical tidal flows while aiding bycatch management. The long hank provides flexible setup options, so you can tailor deployment to shorelines, estuaries, or protected bays without violating MPI limits.

What this net delivers for you

• Reliable flatfish targeting: The 9MD depth and 5.5 inch mesh are tuned for efficient capture of flounder under NZ conditions.
• Regulatory confidence: Stay compliant with South Island MPI standards—per-net length caps and end anchors are built into the design.
• Operational flexibility: Use it as a single long net or split into two compliant nets, depending on your fishing site and local rules.
• Ease of use and monitoring: Transparent mesh helps you observe activity in the net while fishing, without sacrificing catch quality.

Ideal for: recreational or small-scale commercial fishers working South Island NZ waters who must follow MPI rules, and anglers who value a scalable setup that can be deployed from shore or small boats.

Care, maintenance, and longevity

To maximize lifespan and MPI performance, rinse the net after saltwater use, dry thoroughly before storage, and keep it out of direct sun. Regularly inspect anchor points and seams, and replace sections as needed to maintain compliant depth and mesh integrity.

From Action Fishing Nets, this net combines purpose-built design with practical deployment options, giving you a trustworthy tool for efficient flatfish fishing while staying within regulatory limits. Add the AFM14 to your gear for a dependable, regulation-ready flounder net that’s built to perform season after season.