by Arctic Steel | Dec 12, 2014 | FAQ
Arctic Steel manufactures two styles of strainers: Bottom-Inlet, Side-Outlet (BISO) Side-Inlet, Side-Outlet (SISO) BISO strainers are designed for installation directly onto a ball valve or flanged butterfly valve attached to the hull skin fitting or thru hull inlet....
by Arctic Steel | Aug 26, 2015 | FAQ
Arctic Steel recommends the use of a thread sealant on all fittings. Thread sealants should always be used on marine fittings, especially if they are located in your engine room and below or close to your waterline. When adjusting and tightening stainless steel...
by Arctic Steel | Dec 12, 2014 | FAQ
We supply a choice of a clear polycarbonate lid or a cast solid lid. Some vessels require a solid lid for survey fire rating purposes, however if this is not an issue, then most prefer a clear lid for ease of inspection. Both lid types are pressure tested and exceed...
by Arctic Steel | Dec 12, 2014 | FAQ
Manufactured from the highest quality 2205 stainless steel, this robust strainer is subject to strict quality control, with the foundry meeting ISO 9001:2008 certification and complies with AISI standards for cast 2205 stainless steel. Spectro analysis reports are...
by Arctic Steel | Dec 12, 2014 | FAQ
The choice between an ABS plastic basket and stainless steel is quite simple. The ABS basket has excellent impact resistance and temperature tolerance, so can be used in any climate. It will outlast a 316 stainless basket, particularly in warmer waters where corrosion...