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59 SERIES
Bronze Wye Strainer
DESCRIPTION:
The APOLLOXPRESS® Model YB-PR (59 Series) Strainers with
quick Press connections are designed to protect
heating, cooling
and non-potable plumbing systems
and process equipment from
unwanted foreign particles with minimal pressure loss. The
valves are built for long reliable service with proven ASTM grade
materials and stainless steel strainer. Features Leak Before Press®
technology and 250 psig maximum working pressure.
FEATURES:
• Fast, Reliable, Economical Press Installation
• Ridgid® XL Press Tool Compatible
• Leak Before Press® Technology
• Self-Aligning Screen Design
• Blowout Ball Valve Option
• CRN 0E8959.5C
• Made in USA, ARRA Compliant
PERFORMANCE RATING
†
:
• Maximum Pressure: 250 psi (17.2 bar) non-shock
• Temperature Range: 0°F - 250ºF (-18°C - 121°C)
• Low Pressure Steam - Max. working pressure: 15 psi
† APOLLOXPRESS® connectors are designed for direct mechanical
connection to ASTM B88-Type K, L, and M copper tubing in the hard
drawn condition. Press connectors are not suitable for ammable
gas service.
MATERIAL SPECIFICATIONS:
Part Name Material
Body Cast Bronze, ASTM B584
Cap Brass, ASTM B16
Connector Housing ASTM B16 Brass
Connector O-Ring NSF grade EPDM
Screen 304 Stainless Steel
Cap Seal (1/2”) Teon® O-Ring
Cap Seal (3/4” – 2”) PTFE Gasket
DIMENSIONS IN
Model
Number
Item
Number
Size Length Cv Wt (lbs)
YB-12PR 59-00301PR 1/2” 4.75” 5 1.0
YB-34PR 59-00401PR 3/4” 6.1” 15 2.0
YB-1PR 59-00501PR 1” 7.25” 28 3.0
YB-114PR 59-00601PR 1-1/4” 7.62” 55 3.8
YB-112PR 59-00701PR 1-1/2” 8.25” 70 5.7
YB-2PR 59-00801PR 2” 10.3” 9 99 7.7
For liquids, the ow coecient - Cv - expresses the ow capacity in gallons per minute
(GPM) of 60°F water with a pressure drop of 1 psi (lb/in
2
).
OPTIONS SUFFIX
(01) – 50 Mesh (Standard 1/2” models)
(01) – 20 Mesh (Standard ¾” - 2” models)
(02) – Tapped Cap
(P2) – Tapped Cap with Plug
(06) – Tapped cap with Ball Valve
Consult factory for availability of alternate screen sizes.
Not intended for potable water