Forged Steel Y-Strainers
Forged steel Y-strainers protect valves, pumps, meters and instruments on high-pressure small-bore lines by trapping pipe scale and debris on a removable screen.
We supply forged Y-strainers in carbon, alloy and stainless steel with socket weld, threaded or butt weld ends and stainless steel screens in a choice of mesh.
Specifications
| Product name | Forged Steel Y-Strainer |
|---|---|
| Valve type / design | Y-pattern strainer, bolted or threaded cap, removable screen, optional blow-off |
| Body material | ASTM A105 / A105N; A350 LF2; A182 F11 / F22; A182 F304 / F316; SS304 / SS316 screen |
| Size range | ½" to 2" (DN15 – DN50) |
| Pressure rating | Class 800 / 1500 |
| End connections | Socket weld (ASME B16.11), threaded NPT, butt weld |
| Standards | ASME B16.34, ASME B16.11 |
| Applications | Steam, oil & gas, hydraulic and instrument lines |
Industrial uses
- Steam systemsProtecting traps and control valves on high-pressure steam.
- Oil & gasFiltering upstream of meters and small control valves.
- Hydraulic linesProtecting pumps and cylinders on high-pressure systems.
- InstrumentationProtecting regulators and instrument valves.
- Chemical injectionFiltering dosing lines ahead of injection quills.
Frequently asked questions
Why use a forged strainer instead of cast?
Forged strainers suit the higher pressure classes and socket weld connections used in small-bore process piping, where cast strainers are usually not available.
How do I know when the screen needs cleaning?
Fit pressure gauges before and after the strainer. A rising pressure difference shows the screen is clogging.
Which mesh should I use?
Around 20 to 40 mesh for general liquids, finer mesh for steam and instruments. Match the mesh to the smallest clearance of the equipment being protected.