Simplex Basket Strainers
Simplex Basket Strainers
What is a strainer, and strainer vs filter?
A strainer is a device which removes particulate from the main process stream. The difference between a filter and a strainer can simply be explained in relation to the particulate size that is being collected. Typically a filter is removing small particles, while a strainer is collecting larger debris. Strainers can also be configured with a mesh particulate filter inside the catch basket. In all cases, filters and strainers have a method of cleaning, which is unique to each type of filter.
Advantages and Disadvantages of Wye Strainers
- Advantages
- Cost efficient
- Can be equipped with blow-down valves to remove debris without removing the full strainer
- Small footprint which allows for many mounting options
- Disadvantages
- Typically do not have seals around the filter which can allow a small amount of debris to work around
- Can be clogged fast in upset conditions due to smaller straining capacity compared to a basket unit
Advantages and Disadvantages of Simplex Strainers
- Advantages
- Larger Straining capacity vs wye strainers
- Typically have a large opening on the top of the unit for easier cleaning
- Disadvantages
- Flow must be stopped to clean the strainer
- Must be installed with flow horizontal
- Larger than Wye Strainers in footprint
- Heavier and may require mounting if the pipe run is not ground level
Advantages and Disadvantages of Duplex Strainers
- Advantages
- Largest straining capacity
- Two filters within the same body, with one filter in use at a time
- Can clean one filter as the other is still flowing/straining
- Large removable cap on top for cleaning/maintenance
- Disadvantages
- Largest footprint of available strainers
- Bigger diameters can be heavy and are best floor-mounted
- Higher initial investment, but the advantages may justify this for your application
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