Watts Water Technologies 27P3 Y-Type Inline Strainer

Description:

The Watts 27P3 Strainer is a 3/8 inch Y-type inline strainer designed to remove dirt, scale, rust, pipe debris, and other contaminants from fluid systems to protect downstream regulators, valves, gauges, and process equipment. Commonly installed in water distribution systems, steam systems, pressure regulator assemblies, process control equipment, instrumentation panels, manufacturing machinery, and industrial fluid handling applications. Maintenance technicians, OEMs, equipment manufacturers, and system integrators use this strainer for preventive maintenance, equipment protection, replacement projects, and new system installations requiring reliable filtration and contaminant removal.

Applications:

The Watts 27P3 Strainer is widely used in commercial plumbing systems, industrial process piping, steam distribution networks, compressed air systems, pressure reducing valve installations, water treatment equipment, instrumentation systems, boiler plants, HVAC systems, pump protection applications, food and beverage processing equipment, manufacturing facilities, chemical processing systems, mechanical rooms, and OEM machinery. The strainer helps prevent contaminants from entering sensitive downstream equipment, reducing wear, minimizing maintenance requirements, improving system reliability, and extending the service life of regulators, control valves, pumps, meters, pressure gauges, and other critical system components. It is commonly specified in industrial and commercial environments where clean process flow is essential for efficient operation and equipment protection.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): 27P3
• Brand: Watts
• Product Type: Y-Strainer
• Connection Size: 3/8 in.
• Connection Type: Female NPT Threaded
• Strainer Type: Inline Y-Pattern Strainer
• Body Material: Brass
• Screen Material: Stainless Steel
• Service Media: Water, Steam, Air, Oil, and Compatible Fluids
• Function: Removal of Dirt, Scale, Rust, and Debris
• Installation: Inline Piping Systems
• Screen Access: Removable Clean-Out Cap
• Application: Equipment Protection and System Filtration
• Flow Direction: Marked on Valve Body
• Service Environment: Commercial and Industrial Applications
• Suitable For: Regulators, Valves, Pumps, Gauges, and Process Equipment
• Maintenance Type: Serviceable and Cleanable Design

Common Replacements:

• Watts 27A Series Y-Strainer
• Watts 27S Series Stainless Steel Strainer
• Apollo 61 Series Y-Strainer