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Low profile strainer that extends fractions of an inch past the bulkhead itself. Prevents fish, snails, and other tank inhabitants from getting sucked into your plumbing, sump or pump and subsequent damage.
- Slip Low Profile Strainer - Used to slip inside of a slip bulkhead
- Thread Low Profile Strainer - Threads into an internally threaded bulkhead
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Restricted flow By TPF on 6/20/2020
TPF wouldn't recommend this product to a friendThey look really nice, but the flow restriction is immense. I count run pump at 30 percent with 4- 2 inch bulkheads bc of restriction. Definitely not functional despite great look. -
Won’t fit 2” schedule 80 bulkhead By David on 4/27/2020
David wouldn't recommend this product to a friendI’ve bought 4 of these for 2 bulkheads. Only 1 will fit! They are all too tight. Why don’t they fit!?! -
Only Aesthetically appealing By Jessica on 9/16/2019
Jessica wouldn't recommend this product to a friendSure, it looks great. Expect to have A LOT of flow restriction. I have 1.5” drain tubing & with this I may as well have 3/4” tubing. Don’t purchase if your priority is flow rate. -
Works By P-Dub on 6/3/2018
P-Dub would recommend this product to a friendFit and finish are fine. Works as expected and a nice alternative to the bulky strainer supplied on my Varios pump when plumbing the return externally particularly when sump space is at a premium. -
A great value By Dan on 9/9/2016
Dan would recommend this product to a friendI ordered the 1" threaded strainer and it fits great and I was really impressed with the quality look and feel of this strainer. -
Does not fit By Timothy on 5/16/2016
Timothy wouldn't recommend this product to a friendI ordered the 2" slip strainer and a 2" slip bulkhead. The strainer is too loose to stay in the bulkhead. -
Great strainer By JT on 7/11/2015
JT would recommend this product to a friendThis strainer is really slim, only sticking out about 3/16" past the bulkhead. It's got plenty of area for water to enter, my initial concern was that it might not have enough surface area and could become easily clogged, but after installing I feel it's going to be very reliable.
Hi so if i buy this does it come with the lock nut and rubber seals, i have a overflow box but want to use these as the drains to the box will it work ?
Question posted on Dec 27, 2016 10:45:00 PM
Great question! These are intended to be used with a standard bulkhead. They do not act as a bulkhead on their own. The strainers will fit into the slip or thread fitting of a bulkhead. :-)
Answer by: Randy (Admin) on Jan 2, 2017 7:41:00 AM
What is the outside diameter and height (extension) from the bulk head of the 3/4" threaded style?
Question posted on Mar 8, 2016 6:31:00 PM
Great question!
The OD of the strainer will be around 1" and will fit directly into a 3/4" bulkhead or 3/4" adapter. The stem is 1" just long enough to insert into the bulkhead. Feel free to let us know if you have any further questions!
The OD of the strainer will be around 1" and will fit directly into a 3/4" bulkhead or 3/4" adapter. The stem is 1" just long enough to insert into the bulkhead. Feel free to let us know if you have any further questions!
Answer by: Connor (Admin) on Mar 10, 2016 2:40:00 PM
What is the diameter at its widest point?
Question posted on Jul 27, 2017 3:16:00 PM
Hey there,
Thanks for getting in touch with us in regards to diameter size on the low profile strainers. I would be more then happy to assist you with this, but I will need to know which size strainer is in question. If you could get back to me with that I can find you an answer right away. Look forward to hearing back from you!
Thanks for getting in touch with us in regards to diameter size on the low profile strainers. I would be more then happy to assist you with this, but I will need to know which size strainer is in question. If you could get back to me with that I can find you an answer right away. Look forward to hearing back from you!
Answer by: Tyler Schafer (Admin) on Aug 1, 2017 11:56:00 AM
What is the Outer diameter of the strainer head for the 1.5" slip strainer?
Question posted on Mar 31, 2017 8:52:00 PM
Hey there,
The 1.5" low profile strainer will have a 3.25" diameter for the actual strainer portion.
Have a great day!
The 1.5" low profile strainer will have a 3.25" diameter for the actual strainer portion.
Have a great day!
Answer by: Zack (Admin) on Apr 6, 2017 12:09:00 PM
I just purchased the 1" Threaded Low Profile Strainer. I would like to know what size hole to drill in my aquarium. I assume the 1 3/4" that would be used for the 1" ABS bulkhead, but wanted to be sure.
Question posted on Apr 20, 2016 2:10:00 PM
Hey there!
Tough question as the Low Profile overflow strained is intended to be glued or threaded into a bulkhead and not used by itself to be the only item going through the glass. If used in conjunction with a 1" bulkhead the hole size will be 45mm or 1.65"
Tough question as the Low Profile overflow strained is intended to be glued or threaded into a bulkhead and not used by itself to be the only item going through the glass. If used in conjunction with a 1" bulkhead the hole size will be 45mm or 1.65"
Answer by: Connor (Admin) on Apr 26, 2016 2:05:00 PM
Please help, I need to put a strainer on my Herbi overflow, I have RR 1 1/2 pvc drain and I liked the low profile strainer but I am Leary since it says it's for a bulkhead and I have a PVC pipe. Thank you
Question posted on Feb 4, 2016 3:23:00 PM
Great question!
This strainer will slip into a bulkhead just like a piece of pipe. This means if you want to connect this strainer to a pipe you will need a slip x slip coupler. Feel free to let us know if you have any further questions!
This strainer will slip into a bulkhead just like a piece of pipe. This means if you want to connect this strainer to a pipe you will need a slip x slip coupler. Feel free to let us know if you have any further questions!
Answer by: Connor (Admin) on Feb 26, 2016 9:31:00 AM
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