Tate Andale Model VL and VH Twin Basket Strainers

Tate Andale Model VL and VH Twin Basket Strainers
Where viscosity and fine mesh combine to make maximum surface area desirable –
The “VL” has it all!

Description The Model VL cast duplex strainer is the heavy-duty strainer designed for viscous liquid. Its design incorporates extra large baskets with straining ratios up to 14:1. Optional wedgewire baskets provide even greater open area, higher straining ratios and greater durability. The Model VL duplex strainer is designed with one set of moving parts – sliding gate valves that divert liquid flow from one basket chamber to the other. What’s more, because the gate valves have wedge seating (wedged into the closed position), the valve does not contact the strainer body when switching basket chambers. Instead, it only makes contact in the closed position, thereby reducing wear. The walls of the Model VL duplex strainer are also the thickest available, ensuring longevity and durability. Maximum straining efficiency, plus decades of services, makes the VL the high performance choice. The valve position indicators are in plain view to enable the operator to quickly determine valve position. This means that the likelihood of operator error in switching the valves, with potentially disastrous results, is significantly reduced with the “VL”. Vent valves on doors and equalizing and drain connections on each chamber. Positive seating of ball type basket eliminates debris bypass. Suitable for lining with mesh sizes down to 200 mesh. Standard Features of the Model VL duplex strainer Although ideal for the handling of any commercial liquids, including water, the Model VL duplex strainers were especially designed for the removal of foreign matter from oils, greases, tars, glues, syrup, fish oil, and similar viscous fluids. The extra large baskets and unrestricted fluid passages insure maximum time between cleanings without impairment of straining efficiency. The large baskets (straining ratios from 8 to 1 to 14 to 1) make this strainer ideally suitable for viscous liquid or sub-atmospheric applications. The “VL” duplex strainer has sliding gate valves with wedge seating. This means that the sealing surface of the valve disc and the strainer body do not come in contact while the disc is being switched from one basket to the other. This extends the usable life of t he strainer and reduces its overall cost. The duplex strainer includes steel plate access covers suitable for rough handling and maximum durability. Standard Materials Body and Valve Housings (VL)....Cast Iron Body and Valve Housings (VH)....High-tensile Cast Iron or Cast Steel Handwheels............Cast Iron Access Covers...........Steel Plate Valve Discs - up to 6" size......Bronze Valve Discs - 6" and up.......Cast Iron or Steel with Bronze Rings Baskets...............304 Stainless Steel Standard Features Replaceable wedge shoes on 6” and larger sizes Right or left hand assembly Threaded connections through 2”; flanged connections on larger sizes Optional Features Chain drive (handwheels interlocked) Wire cloth lined baskets Wellscreen baskets Higher design pressures Magnet assemblies Equalizing lines and valves Zinc anodes for salt water Zinc anodes for salt water Baskets of 316 Stainless Steel or Monel Other materials of construction available upon request Model VL Dimensions (Approx.) 125 PSIG