Detailed Guide to the Y-Strainer

What is Y strainer?

As the name implies, the Y strainer has a distinctive “Y” shape, whose innovative design enables fluid to flow through two inlets to a single outlet. It is typically equipped with an internal strainer or cartridge to capture solid particles in the fluid.

The primary components of a Y type strainer are the valve body, bonnet, screen, gasket, drain plug and bolt. (Here take Taloar YR670 as an example.)

The Y strainer is a vital component of the pipeline system, used for the conveyance of media. Typically, the Y strainer is installed at the front of the pump, with the purpose of removing impurities from the media, thus ensuring the optimal functioning of valves and equipment.

Types of Y strainer

There are many classification criteria for Y strainers. In this article, we will only discuss the classification of Y strainers according to material. (Take Taloar Y strainer as an example.)

Bronze Y strainer Y107

Bronze Y strainer

½ ″ - 3 ″

PN20/300PSI/Class150

BSEN12288, Threaded Ends Comply to BS21 or ANSI 2.1

Brass Y strainer Y103

Brass Y strainer

½ ″ - 2 ″

PN20/300PSI/Class150

BSEN12288, Threaded Ends Comply to BSPT or ANSI 2.1

Iron Y strainer YR-670

Iron Y strainer

2 ″ - 16 ″

PN16/235PSI/Class125

Stainless Steel Screen, Drain Outlet

Flange Dimension to EN1092-2, ANSI B16.1

Ductile iron Y strainer YR-970

Ductile iron Y strainer

2 ″ - 16 ″

PN16/235PSI/Class125

Stainless Steel Screen, Drain Outlet

Flange Dimension EN1092-2, ANSI B16.1 Class 125

Application of Y Strainers

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Water treatment
Drinking water system: Remove impurities from drinking water to protects pumps and pipes. Wastewater treatment: Filter solid particles from wastewater to improve treatment efficiency.

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Oil and gas
Oil and gas transmission systems: Prevent solid impurities from entering pipes and equipment, protect pumps and valves, and reduce wear and tear.

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Chemical industry
Reactors and pipework: Protect equipment from impurities during chemical reactions and material transport.

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Food and beverages
Filtration on production lines: Remove impurities in food and drink to make sure the product is safe and of good quality.

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HVAC system
Heating, ventilation and air conditioning: Filter the air to protect fans and other equipment.

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Healthcare Industry
Pharmaceutical industry: Making sure drugs are sterile and pure.

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Other industries
Mechanical equipment: Used in hydraulic and lubrication systems to protect pumps and valves.

As a professional valve manufacturer, Taloar is dedicated to offering our customers the highest quality Y strainers. Our strainers are designed with a drain plug at the bottom, allowing customers to easily clear dirt and debris from the strainer without opening the valve cover, which helps to protect the gasket.

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