The NIBCO® bronze Y-strainer protects equipment by filtering solids from flowing liquids in the piping system with the use of a wire mesh straining screen. Y-strainers are installed upstream to protect valves, regulators, and meters, etc. from rust, pipe scale and dirt. It features a tapped cap with blow-off plug for screen maintenance. The NIBCO® Press System® is user friendly, quick and easy to install. When properly crimped a unique "N" witness mark is clearly visible. Please refer to NIBCO technical data sheets and catalogs for engineering and installation information. NIBCO® Press System® applies the proven performance of press technology to NIBCO valves and fittings -- the most specified flow control products in the industry. The NIBCO® Press System® features a full range of precision engineered copper fittings, bronze valves, accessories, pressing tools, jaws and chains. NIBCO® Press System® valves are backed by a 5-year limited warranty. Because of its longstanding reputation for innovation and precision in design and manufacturing, NIBCO is the preferred brand in the industry.