Need overflow strainer

[David M.]

Can someone direct me to a website where I can buy a strainer that will fit into 1/2 inch pvc. Thanks!

Side now: Found these but it looks like it only fits straight into the bulkhead

http://www.bulkreefsupply.com/low-profile-bulkhead-overflow-strainers.html

 

[143MPCo]

You'ld have better luck taking a 1/2 PVC cap and drilling a bunch of 1/8 or smaller holes in it, it would be cheaper!

 

[David M.]

Good idea, but I need something that doesnt restrict water flow at all.

 

[dbl]

The one you linked will work. I've never tried the slip version (I'm pretty sure they would work), but have used the threaded version. I used a slip to thread connection for the PVC and it will screw right in to the connection. Hopefully that makes sense.

 

[David M.]

It did, thank you!

 

[143MPCo]

Good idea, but I need something that doesnt restrict water flow at all.

Understood, is the low-profile a must have?

If not you can add a 1" cap (bigger) and use a PVC 1" - 1/2" reducer, that way the 1" cap can have more surface area to drain, not as NICE looking as the BRS one (BTW, the BRS will work fine).

 

[143MPCo]

The one you linked will work. I've never tried the slip version (I'm pretty sure they would work), but have used the threaded version. I used a slip to thread connection for the PVC and it will screw right in to the connection. Hopefully that makes sense.

Sorry David, did NOT see your reply!

 

[dbl]

It did, thank you!

Just so we're all clear, you did add the connector and it worked, so you're all set? Just want to make sure the issue is resolved.

EDIT: Just realized you were probably saying it made sense. Sorry about that...it's still early!!!

 

[David M.]

EDIT: Just realized you were probably saying it made sense. Sorry about that...it's still early!!!

That one, haha. Ill know in a week or so if it works, once it gets here.