Smith Meter In-Line Strainers protect metering systems from dirt and foreign material and are offered in a straight-through style from 2" to 8" and an angle style in 4" and 6". They meet ASME B31.3 design requirements and are NACE MR0175 compliant for hydrogen sulfide service, with ASME B16.5 raised-face flanges, a removable basket with basket seal, 0.50" NPT differential pressure taps and a 1.50" NPT cover vent for an air release kit. They operate in vertical or horizontal positions, with optional DP gauge and switch kits for monitoring basket condition.
Key specifications
Styles and sizes: Straight-through 2"-8"; angle 4" and 6"; 4" high-capacity body
Flange classes / pressure: ASME 150: 285 psi (1,965 kPa); ASME 300: 740 psi (5,102 kPa) at -20 to +100°F
Basket: 304 stainless steel; 10, 20, 40 (standard), 60 or 80 mesh liner, or perforated plate
Basket burst: 50 psi differential
Seal temperature: Garlock -20 to 400°F / -29 to 204°C
Materials: Carbon steel housing and flanges; non-asbestos gaskets
Compliance: ASME B31.3 design; NACE MR0175
Options: RB (285 psi) or UB (740 psi) air release kits; DP gauge; reed switch kit 0-30 psi
How to specify / order
Size, style (straight-through or angle) and flow rate
Flange class (150 or 300)
Product and operating temperature
Basket mesh or perforated plate
Air release kit type and DP gauge/switch options
Orientation (vertical or horizontal)
Pricing and lead time are quoted per configuration. Send the model, application details, product, flow range, and pressure/temperature to Flow Measurement Services for a quote. Specifications summarized from Guidant Measurement literature (Strainers, In-Line, 2- to 8-Inch Specifications); confirm current data with the factory before ordering.
Smith Meter (formerly FMC Technologies / TechnipFMC Measurement Solutions), now manufactured by Guidant. Flow Measurement Services supplies and services Smith Meter equipment.