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Supreme Valves India — Leading Y strainer manufacturer in India. Cast steel, stainless steel, bronze Y type strainers. Flanged, screwed, socket weld. API, BS, IS standards. IBR approved. Export to Middle East & worldwide.

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Y Strainer Manufacturer & Exporter India

Leading Y strainer manufacturer in India. Cast steel, stainless steel, bronze Y type strainers. Flanged, screwed, socket weld. API, BS, IS standards. IBR approved. Export to Middle East & worldwide.

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What is a Y Strainer?

A Y strainer is a mechanical device used to filter debris, rust, scale, and other solid particles from pipeline fluids. Named for its Y-shaped body, it houses a cylindrical or conical mesh screen that captures particles while allowing fluid to flow through. Y strainers are installed upstream of pumps, valves, meters, and other sensitive equipment to protect them from damage.

Y Strainer Specifications

Parameter	Specification
Body Materials	ASTM A216 WCB, A351 CF8/CF8M, A352 LCB, Bronze, Cast Iron
Screen Materials	SS304, SS316, Monel 400, Perforated/Woven Mesh
Size Range	1/2" to 24" (DN15 to DN600)
Pressure Class	Class 150 to 2500, PN 10 to PN 100
End Connections	Flanged RF/RTJ, Screwed NPT/BSP, Socket Weld, Butt Weld
Design Standards	API, BS 5500, IS 4712, ASME B16.34
Mesh Sizes	20 mesh to 200 mesh (standard 40 mesh)
Testing	API 598, BS EN 12266-1

Types of Y Strainers We Manufacture

Cast Steel Y Strainer (WCB/WCC)

Stainless Steel Y Strainer (CF8/CF8M)

Forged Steel Y Strainer (A105/F316)

Bronze Y Strainer (IS 778)

Cast Iron Y Strainer (BS 5154)

IBR Approved Y Strainer

Jacketed Y Strainer for Heat Tracing

Blow-Down Y Strainer with Drain Plug

Applications

Oil & gas pipelines

Power plants — boiler feed water

Chemical processing plants

HVAC & chilled water systems

Marine & offshore platforms

Water treatment & desalination

Steam lines (IBR approved)

Fire protection systems

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a Y strainer and a basket strainer?

Y strainers have a compact Y-shaped body ideal for high-pressure lines and smaller pipe sizes (up to 8"). They have smaller screen area and are suited for applications with low debris. Basket strainers have a larger vertical basket allowing greater debris capacity — preferred for larger pipe sizes and applications with heavy contamination where frequent cleaning is needed.

What mesh size should I use for a Y strainer?

Standard is 40 mesh (0.42mm openings). For steam service, 20-40 mesh is typical. For instrument protection, 80-100 mesh. For fine filtration, 150-200 mesh. The finer the mesh, the higher the pressure drop — size the strainer to keep pressure loss within acceptable limits.

Can Y strainers be installed vertically?

Y strainers can be installed in horizontal or vertical (flow downward) pipelines. The screen pocket should always point downward for gravity-assisted debris collection. Vertical upward flow is not recommended as debris cannot settle into the screen pocket.

Do you supply IBR approved Y strainers?

Yes. We manufacture IBR certified Y strainers per IS 778 for boiler and steam applications. Supplied with IBR forms (Form III-C), material test certificates, and authorized inspector stamps. Available in cast steel, forged steel, and bronze.

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