Basket Strainer

CMI Basket Strainers are designed for reliable removal of large particles and debris from liquid pipelines.
They serve as guard filters to protect pumps, valves, heat exchangers, flow meters, and precision filtration equipment installed downstream.
CMI manufactures a wide range of basket strainers, including:
• Single basket strainers
• T-type strainers
• Multi-basket filters
• Quick-opening or bolted-lid designs
• Vertical or horizontal types
All strainers can be customized according to customer requirements, including basket mesh size, inlet/outlet configuration, materials, and opening method.
The vessel structure can be designed and calculated according to ASME Section VIII, Division 1.

Product Overview

CMI Basket Strainers are designed for reliable removal of large particles and debris from liquid pipelines, serving as protective filtration devices for downstream equipment.

Installed upstream of pumps, valves, heat exchangers, flow meters, and fine filtration systems, basket strainers act as guard filters to prevent clogging, reduce maintenance, and extend equipment service life.

CMI manufactures a wide range of basket strainer designs, including single basket strainers, T-type strainers, multi-basket configurations, and both vertical and horizontal models.

All strainers can be customized according to process requirements, including basket mesh size, materials, connection standards, and opening mechanisms. Design and fabrication can be carried out in accordance with ASME Section VIII, Division 1.

Key Features

  • Multiple design options
    Available in T-type, single-basket, and multi-basket configurations.
  • Flexible installation
    Vertical and horizontal designs suitable for different pipeline layouts.
  • Customizable filtration media
    Basket mesh size, perforation, and materials can be tailored to process needs.
  • Easy maintenance
    Removable basket allows fast cleaning and minimal downtime.
  • Wide size range
    Available from 3/4" to 24" pipeline sizes.
  • Heavy-duty construction
    Robust stainless steel design with optional ASME compliance.

Technical Specifications

Parameter Specification
Inlet / Outlet Size3/4" – 24"
Strainer TypesT-type, Vertical, Horizontal, Multi-basket
Connection StandardsANSI / DIN / BSP / JIS10K
Design Pressure6 bar
Design TemperatureUp to 120°C
MaterialsSS304 / SS316L
Gasket OptionsBuna / EPDM / Viton / PTFE
Surface FinishShot-blasted

Applications

CMI basket strainers are widely used for coarse filtration and equipment protection in industrial systems:

  • Pump protection
  • RO / UF pretreatment
  • Chemical processing systems
  • Petrochemical pipelines
  • Water treatment plants
  • Cooling water systems
  • HVAC and district cooling
  • Food and beverage utilities
  • Pharmaceutical utility systems
  • General industrial liquids

Basket strainers are typically installed upstream of precision filters to prevent clogging and improve overall system reliability.

Customization Options

  • Basket mesh size (e.g., 100 μm, 200 μm, 500 μm, perforated plate)
  • Basket material (SS304 / SS316 / Duplex / Hastelloy)
  • Cover type (bolted, quick-opening, davit-arm)
  • Internal coatings (ETFE, epoxy, rubber lining)
  • Drain valves, vent valves, pressure gauges

Why Choose Basket Strainer for Pipeline Protection?

Feature Basket Strainer
FunctionEquipment protection (guard filtration)
Filtration TypeCoarse filtration
InstallationInline pipeline installation
MaintenanceRemove and clean basket
Best ForPre-filtration and pipeline protection

Basket strainers are essential components in industrial filtration systems, ensuring reliable operation and protecting critical downstream equipment.

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