Steel & O’Brien Inline Strainers/Filters

Steel & O’Brien stainless steel strainers and filters are essential for protecting downstream equipment and ensuring product quality across hygienic processing lines. Designed for use in food, beverage, dairy, meat and poultry, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical applications, these components remove unwanted particles—from coarse debris to fine contaminants—without compromising sanitary standards.

Key Features

Inline and Side-Inlet Styles: Multiple configurations available to meet specific system layouts and flow requirements.
Dual Functionality: Easily converts from strainer to filter as needed—streamlining maintenance and inventory.
3-A Certified (without mesh): Meets hygienic design standards for cleanability and performance.
Interchangeable Components: Shared parts reduce inventory needs and simplify replacement.
Durable 316 Stainless Steel: Available in short, long, narrow, and wide models to match your space and flow rate requirements.

Industries

Food, Beverage, Dairy, Brewing, Wine, Personal Care

Sanitary Strainers and Filters

Inline Strainer, Short Length Style

Side-Inlet Strainer, Short Length Style

Tee Strainer

Strainer Overscreens (Mesh)

Backup Tubes (Replacement)

Understanding the Difference: Filters vs. Strainers

Steel & O’Brien offers both sanitary strainers and filters, each serving a specific role in your process:

Strainers use a reusable wire mesh screen to remove larger particles. They’re typically installed at the early stages of production, where the risk of solid contaminants is highest—preventing damage to sensitive equipment like pumps and valves.
Filters use disposable media to capture finer particles. These are often placed later in the line, ensuring your product remains free from microscopic contaminants that could impact quality or safety.

Whether you need coarse filtration up front or fine filtration toward the end, our solutions provide consistent, reliable protection at every stage.

Why Choose Steel & O’Brien?

Broad Inventory: Extensive selection of strainer and filter models to suit varying temperatures, pressures (up to 100 psi), line sizes, and connection types.
Standard & Optional Configurations: Backup tubes feature 1/4″ perforations (9 holes per square inch); 1/8″ perforations are also available.
Complete System Support: Options include dual strainer stands, filter media, and high-performance tri-clamp designs.
High Sanitary Standards: Built to the same rigorous standards as all Steel & O’Brien stainless steel components—ensuring top-tier quality, durability, and cleanliness.

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