Y-type strainers are mainly used in liquid applications to protect downstream equipment from particles (e.g. dust) that might affect performance if not treated. The bulk of Y-type industrial
strainers can also be effectively used for steam applications and for those handling inert gases or air.
Although
Y-type strainers can be manufactured to meet specific application requirements, most Y-
strainers are not customizable as standard.
Y-type strainers range in size from 1/4 inch to 10 Inches and can be made from various materials, including cast iron and steel, bronze and AISI 316L stainless steel. They are also equipped with screw threads or bolted covers for screen entry and to ensure that process fluid is effectively discharged when they are opened.
Advantages of
Y-type Strainers
Excellent flushing capability due to the inherent built-in blow-down ports.
Better value for initial costs.
Faster shipment times by virtue of their status as set-items.
Provide greater overall flexibility.
Broader selection of materials for construction.
Wider range of pressure classes.
Larger opening area than T-
strainers.
T-type strainers are mainly customized industrial
strainers, usually made from pipe materials. This enables them to provide unique features, such as quick-opening style covers or the addition of a ventilation port and differential pressure taps.
The
T-type strainer can also offset the inlet and outlet by 90 degrees to form an elbow-shaped strainer. This is conducive to space-constrained applications. T-
strainers are suitable for all types of steam, water, oil and air systems. They come in sizes DN15 to DN100. However, they are fabricated industrial
strainers and may extend the delivery cycle.
Advantages of
T-type strainers
Quick opening style covers.
Extra ventilation ports and differential pressure taps.
The flow rate is higher though the opening area is smaller, due to a straighter flow path.
When installed horizontally, the chamber cover can be opened without discharging process fluids — which is
Beneficial to more dangerous processes.
More suitable for transferring fluids at higher speed.
Well-suited for larger pipeline applications which need quick access to the strain.
