Y Strainer Instruction - Installation & Maintenance

Y strainers provide a more flexible option when it comes to straining equipment. Many products used for straining can be limiting but y strainers can be installed horizontally or vertically, adding to the potential placement possibilities. This feature allows for gas or liquid to be strained in virtually any location. However, like any other product, it is important to understand the details that make it work efficiently. Correctly managing y strainer installation, operation, and maintenance can ensure that your equipment works well for years to come. Below, you can find information about the installation, operation, and maintenance of y strainers.

Installation

Before installing, always make sure that the pressure rating of the y strainer matches the system. It is important to make sure that the filter leg is pointing down to guarantee that the filtered materials do not interfere with the main flow. This way, the flow will not be obstructed. This applies to both horizontal and vertical installations. If you are installing a large y strainer, pipe supports are suggested for the piping around the inner and outer connections. This helps prevent any breakage in the future. Every y strainer is different, so be sure to read the installation manual thoroughly to ensure that the system is correctly installed.

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Operation

Y strainers are made to operate in a variety of different industries. This type of strainer enhances industries, from cosmetic to petroleum to food. Their primary job is to remove debris from liquids and gases through their y shaped leg. This strainer connects into the main pipe, allowing it to filter through unwanted materials in the flow. The mesh straining element inside this leg catches the particles and debris until it can be cleaned out.

Sometimes, y strainers come with blow-off valves. This automated system makes for a much simpler cleanup. With a blow-off valve, the need for manual labor decreases significantly.

Maintenance

If properly installed, y strainers require very little monitoring. However, it is important to keep track of the pressure to make sure that the equipment does not get too full. This would cause the screen to break and it would need to be replaced. If the screen fails, it could damage the entire system which would quickly become a very costly problem. The filter can be easily accessed which makes for a simple cleaning process overall. Remember to close off the valve connections on either side of the y strainer before starting to clean and relieve pressure. From there, empty out the unwanted material and debris. Finally, clean the mesh filter and replace.  

Prolonging the lifespan of a y-strainer begins with understanding the equipment. The reliability and flexibility that define y strainers depend on the proper care and upkeep that this equipment requires. We hope this article helped you better understand the unique aspects of the y strainer and how to manage this specialized product. If you have any questions about the y-strainers that we offer or their installation, operation, and maintenance, feel free to contact us today!