Products Description
Specifications
Y-shape strainer filter (often called a Y-strainer) is an industrial device used to mechanically remove solids and debris from liquid, gas, or steam pipelines.
Shape: Its body is designed like the letter "Y," with the strainer element (mesh or perforated screen) positioned at an angle to the main pipeline.
Function: Protects pumps, valves, meters, and other pipeline equipment from damage due to dirt, rust, or foreign particles.
Installation: Can be installed horizontally or vertically (depending on the medium and flow direction).
Cleaning: The mesh basket is accessible via a blow-off connection or cover plate, making it easier to clean without removing the whole strainer.
Products Parameters
|
Model Number |
Flange Size |
W.Pressure |
Valve Type |
Color |
|
GL41X-16Q-50 |
2" |
1.0/1.6Mpa |
Y Type |
Red/Blue |
|
GL41X-16Q-65 |
2.5" |
1.0/1.6Mpa |
Y Type |
Red/Blue |
|
GL41X-16Q-80 |
3" |
1.0/1.6Mpa |
Y Type |
Red/Blue |
|
GL41X-16Q-100 |
4" |
1.0/1.6Mpa |
Y Type |
Red/Blue |
|
GL41X-16Q-125 |
5" |
1.0/1.6Mpa |
Y Type |
Red/Blue |
|
GL41X-16Q-150 |
6" |
1.0/1.6Mpa |
Y Type |
Red/Blue |
|
GL41X-16Q-200 |
8" |
1.0/1.6Mpa |
Y Type |
Red/Blue |
|
GL41X-16Q-250 |
10" |
1.0/1.6Mpa |
Y Type |
Red/Blue |
|
GL41X-16Q-300 |
12" |
1.0/1.6Mpa |
Y Type |
Red/Blue |
FAQ
Q: What materials are Y-strainers made of?
Body: Cast iron, stainless steel, carbon steel, ductile iron, bronze.
Screen/mesh: Stainless steel or perforated metal.
Seals/gaskets: PTFE, rubber, or other chemical-resistant materials depending on the medium.
Q: How do I select the right Y-strainer?
Pipe size: Should match the pipeline diameter.
Pressure rating: Must withstand system pressure.
Mesh size: Choose based on the size of particles you want to filter.
Material compatibility: Ensure it is compatible with the fluid or gas in the system.
Q: What is the difference between a Y-strainer and a basket strainer?
Y-strainer: Compact, installed inline, suitable for lower flow rates and smaller debris.
Basket strainer: Larger capacity, better for high flow rates and large particles, easier to clean in some applications.
Q: How is a Y-strainer cleaned?
Shut off the pipeline.
Remove the strainer cap or screen.
Clean the mesh using water, compressed air, or brushing.
Reassemble and reinstall.
Q: Can a Y-strainer handle high pressure or temperature?
Yes, but it depends on the material and pressure rating. Stainless steel Y-strainers are suitable for high-pressure and high-temperature applications, whereas cast iron is better for lower-pressure systems.