Strainers And Filters

Question 1

What’s the difference between strainers and filters

Answer 1

-Strainers are for larger than 40micron particulate

-Filters are for smaller than 40 micron particulate

Question 2

Where are strainers and filters typically used in systems

Answer 2

-Strainers are used in the suction side
-Filters are used in the discharge side

Question 3

What type of strainers does PVGS use

Answer 3

-Basket and “Y” strainers

Question 4

What type of systems are basket and y strainers used for

Answer 4

-Basket strainers are used in high volume low pressure

-“Y” strainer are low flow high pressure

Question 5

What type of filters does PVGS use and what do you do when they become clogged

Answer 5

-Cartridge filter (Replace)
-Deep bed filter (backwash)
-Metal-edged filter (Rotate it)