Shurflo by Pentair 1" Raw Water Strainer w/Bracket & Fittings - 50 Mesh

The Shurflo by Pentair 1" Raw Water Strainer with Bracket & Fittings is an essential intake protection system for any vessel relying on raw water cooling or circulation. After decades on the water, experienced boaters and marine engineers know that saltwater, brackish, and freshwater intakes demand robust filtration to prevent pump damage, clogged cooling lines, and catastrophic engine failure. This strainer sits at the point of entry, catching debris, sediment, and biological matter before they reach your cooling system, seawater washdown, or auxiliary equipment.

Built by Pentair—a trusted name in marine fluid management—this model features a 50-mesh stainless steel filter basket that captures particles down to fine silt and plankton without restricting flow on properly sized systems. The 1" port accepts standard hose barb or threaded fittings, and the included bracket secures the strainer to the hull, engine box, or transom with vibration-damping isolation. Its compact profile (6 x 4 x 7 inches) fits tight engine compartments, while the serviceable bowl design allows quick cleaning without breaking the entire assembly apart—a real advantage when you're hundreds of miles offshore and need fast turnaround.

This strainer suits cruising sailboats, commercial fishing vessels, military and government craft, and any displacement-hull powerboat running through coastal waters. Installation pairs with standard marine through-hull fittings and works equally well on engine raw-water cooling, head systems, or independent ballast intakes. For boaters operating in sandy anchorages, kelp beds, or muddy rivers, regular basket inspection (weekly or biweekly) keeps flow unrestricted and protects expensive pumps—a discipline that pays dividends in reliability and peace of mind.