GROCO BP-9 Poly Basket - 3.1 x 11.3"

The GROCO BP-9 Poly Basket is a replacement strainer component engineered for marine and industrial fluid intake systems. This 3.1 x 11.3-inch poly basket features corrosion-resistant polyethylene construction, making it ideal for saltwater applications and environments where traditional metal baskets would degrade. The improved handle design enhances accessibility and simplifies maintenance cycles, a critical advantage when working in confined engine room or pump compartment spaces.

GROCO's BP-9 basket accommodates a range of pipe diameters (1.9 to 3.1 inches) and is compatible with multiple seawater intake filter models, including the ARG-2515 and 932-1500 systems. The polyethylene material resists salt-air corrosion better than steel alternatives, extending service intervals in marine environments. At 0.3 lbs, the lightweight design reduces handling strain during routine cleaning and inspections—essential when managing preventive maintenance schedules on vessels or offshore platforms.

This replacement basket is specified for marine engine cooling circuits, industrial desalination equipment, and saltwater processing systems where screen fouling from sediment, algae, or debris accumulation threatens flow rates. Operators in commercial fishing, tugboat operations, and water treatment facilities rely on timely basket replacement to prevent intake blockage and engine temperature issues. Stocking spare BP-9 baskets ensures downtime-free maintenance transitions and supports compliance with equipment manufacturer service intervals.

GROCO's poly basket offerings have become the standard in marine intake filtration, preferred by naval architects and fleet engineers for their documented durability in harsh saltwater duty. The BP-9 size addresses mid-range flow applications where larger baskets would impose excessive pressure drop yet smaller designs lack sufficient debris capacity between cleaning cycles.