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Foot Valves and Foot Strainers
Protect your chemical feed system
Peristaltic pumps can easily pump chemicals with particles. However, the use of a Suction Strainer can help prevent clogging in the required Injection check valve. For more viscous fluids, removal of the Polypropylene Filter from the Suction Strainer may allow for better flow.
A Foot Valve may be considered to prevent loss of prime when performing regular maintenance, such as replacing a Tube Assembly.
| Model No. | Tube connection (OD) | Valve | Body material | O-ring |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C-340A | 1/4″ and 3/8″ tubing | Check Valve | PVDF | Viton |
| C-340E | 1/4″ and 3/8″ tubing | Check Valve | PVDF | EP |
| C-342-6 | 1/4″ and 3/8″ tubing | No Valve, strainer only | Acrylic | Viton |
Capacity of strainer is 300 micron.
Overview
Foot Strainers and Foot Valves are recommended accessories for chemical dosing pumps to help maintain prime, prevent backflow, and filter out debris.
- Foot Strainers are ideal for FLEXFLO® peristaltic pumps.
- Foot Valves are ideal for CHEM-FEED® diaphragm and multi-diaphragm pumps.
- Both install on the inlet (suction) side of the pump.
Benefits of a Foot Strainer (Peristaltic Pumps)
- Filters out solids before they enter the pump
- Helps prevent clogging of tubing
- Extends tube life and reduces maintenance
Benefits of a Foot Valve (Diaphragm Pumps)
- Prevents backflow with a built-in ceramic check ball
- Keeps the pump primed when replacing tubing or doing maintenance
- Includes an integrated suction strainer to block larger debris
Diaphragm Pump Foot Valves
| Model No. | Body material | Spring | O-ring | Connections |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71000-575 | PVDF | 2lb | Viton | 1/2" Barb |
| 71000-576 | PVDF | 2lb | EPDM | 1/2" Barb |
| 71000-849 | PVDF | 2lb | Viton | 1/2" M/NTP |
| 71000-850 | PVDF | 2lb | EPDM | 1/2" M/NTP |
| 71001-106 | PVDF | 2lb | Viton | 3/8" x 1/4" ID |
| 71001-107 | PVDF | 2lb | EPDM | 3/8" x 1/4" ID |
Peristaltic Pump Suction Strainers
| Model No. | Body material | Spring | O-ring | Connections |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71000-825 | PVDF | No Valve | Strainer only | 1/2" Barb |
| 71000-824 | PVDF | No Valve | Strainer only | 1/2" M/NTP |
| 90002-200 | PVDF | Strainer Cap | 3/8" x 1/4" ID | |
| 90008-068 | Ceramic Weight | 3/8" x 1/4" ID |