Hose Strainers

Hose strainers screen incoming fluid at a pump suction connection to help keep pump-damaging solids out of compatible hose and pump systems. They are used for intake screening in pumping and plumbing setups, including water-transfer tasks and shallow suction applications where a foot valve is not required.

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Helpful Buying Guide

Choose a Hose Strainer for Your Pump Setup

Start with the connection and size required by the compatible suction hose or pump-system components. Then compare the strainer design, screen-hole style, construction material, and whether the application operates without a foot valve.

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Popular examples in this category

4 in. FNPT Plated Steel Square-Hole Suction Hose Strainer4 in. FNPT Plated Steel Square-Hole Suction Hose StrainerWBB5534873 in. FNPT Plated Steel Round-Hole Strainer3 in. FNPT Plated Steel Round-Hole StrainerWBB5534376 in. FNPT Plated Steel Round-Hole Suction Hose Strainer6 in. FNPT Plated Steel Round-Hole Suction Hose StrainerWBB5534392-Inch FNPT Bottom-Hole Skimmer Strainer2-Inch FNPT Bottom-Hole Skimmer StrainerWBB553466
Use Cases

Screen pump intakes

Hose strainers help limit the entry of solids that can damage a pump. They are intended for compatible suction hose, plumbing, and pumping setups.

How to Choose

Match connection and design

Confirm whether the setup needs a 1-1/2 in. or 2 in. hose strainer, or a 2, 3, 4, or 6 in. FNPT connection. Select round-hole, square-hole, or bottom-hole skimmer construction based on the intake arrangement.

Applications

Support non-foot-valve setups

The represented strainers are suited to applications where a foot valve is not required. The bottom-hole skimmer design specifically supports shallow suction applications.

Additional Info

Compare materials and fit

Plated steel options provide rust and crush resistance. Polypropylene options provide resistance to rust, chemicals, and salt water. Listed dimensions on select models can help confirm fit.

1-1/2 to 6 in.Represented sizes

Options include 1-1/2 in. and 2 in. hose strainers and 2 to 6 in. FNPT models.

3Intake designs

Compare round-hole, square-hole, and bottom-hole skimmer designs.

2Material types

Choose from plated steel or polypropylene construction.

1Minimum order

Several represented products list an effective minimum order quantity of 1.

Comparison Guide

Compare hose strainer options

Use this overview to narrow the selection by connection, construction, and screen or intake design.

Product typeConnection and sizes representedDesign and construction
FNPT round-hole strainer2, 3, 4, and 6 in. FNPTRound-hole screening; plated steel construction
FNPT square-hole suction strainer4 in. FNPTSquare-hole openings; plated steel construction
Hose or skimmer strainer1-1/2 in. or 2 in. hose options; 2 in. FNPT skimmer optionPolypropylene hose strainer or plated steel bottom-hole skimmer design
Planning Guide

Plan the right fit before choosing

Connection and size

Begin with compatible intake connections

Connection type is a primary selection point. The range includes hose strainers in 1-1/2 in. and 2 in. sizes, plus plated steel models with female NPT threaded connections in 2, 3, 4, and 6 in. sizes.

  • Match the strainer size to compatible hose or pump-system components.
  • Choose FNPT when the installation uses a compatible female threaded connection.
  • Use listed product dimensions, where provided, to plan the available installation footprint.
Screen and intake design

Select the screen style for the suction arrangement

Round-hole strainers screen incoming fluid and help block solids from entering the pump. A square-hole suction strainer is also represented; its openings allow smaller debris and solids to pass while screening out larger material. For shallow areas, a bottom-hole skimmer strainer supports suction use when a foot valve is not needed.

  • Round-hole designs provide suction-side screening for compatible pump setups.
  • Square-hole screening helps exclude larger material while allowing smaller debris to pass.
  • Bottom-hole skimmer construction is intended for shallow applications.
Material and operating considerations

Compare plated steel and polypropylene

Plated steel strainers provide rust- and crush-resistant construction for strainer service. Polypropylene models provide resistance to rust, chemicals, and salt water. Across the represented options, the strainers help protect pumps in installations where a foot valve is not required.

  • Choose plated steel when rust and crush resistance are key considerations.
  • Choose polypropylene when resistance to rust, chemicals, and salt water is needed.
  • Several represented products have an effective minimum order quantity of 1.
FAQ

Common questions before buying

What do hose strainers do?

They screen incoming fluid to help limit solids from entering and potentially damaging a pump.

What connection sizes are represented?

The represented range includes 1-1/2 in. and 2 in. hose strainers, along with 2, 3, 4, and 6 in. FNPT options.

What is the difference between round-hole and square-hole strainers?

Round-hole designs help block solids at the intake. The represented square-hole design allows smaller debris and solids to pass while screening out larger material.

When is a bottom-hole skimmer strainer used?

It supports suction applications in shallow areas where a foot valve is not required.

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