FIA strainers are a range of angleway and
straightway strainers, which are carefully
designed to give favourable ow conditions.
The design makes the strainer easy to install,
and ensures quick strainer inspection and
cleaning.
FIA strainers are used ahead of automatic
controls, pumps, compressors etc., for initial
plant start-up and where permanent ltration
of the refrigerant is required. The strainer
reduces the risk of undesirable system
breakdowns and reduces wear and tear on
plant components.
FIA strainers are equipped with a screen mesh
of stainless steel, available in sizes 100, 150, 250
and 500μ (microns), (US 150, 100, 72, 38*).
* Mesh is the number of threads per inch. μ
(microns) is the distance between two threads
(1μ = 1/1000 mm).
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Strainer housing, Type FIA
Features
• Modular Concept:
◦ Each valve housing is available with buttweld F connection and with several dierent sizes.
◦ Possible to convert FIA strainers to any other product in the SVL family (Shut-o valve, regulating valve, check &
stop valve or check valve) just by replacing the complete top part.
• Fast and easy overhaul service. It is easy to replace the top part and no welding is needed.
• Filter net of stainless steel mounted direct without extra gaskets means easy servicing.
• Two types of strainer inserts are available:
◦ A plain insert of stainless steel.
◦ A pleated insert (DN 15-200) with extra large surface, which ensures long intervals between cleaning and low
pressure drop.
• FIA 15-40 (½ – 1 ½ in.): A special insert (50μ) can be used in combination with a standard version when cleaning a
plant during commissioning.
• FIA 50-200 (2 - 8 in.): A large capacity lter bag (50μ) can be inserted for cleaning plant during commissioning.
• FIA 65-200 (2½ - 8 in.) can be equipped with a magnetic insert for detention of iron particles and other magnetic
particles.
• Each strainer clearly marked with type, size and performance range.
• Housing and bonnet of low temperature steel in accordance with the requirements of the Pressure Equipment
Directive and those of other international classication authorities.
• Classication: DNV, CRN, BV, EAC etc. To get an updated list of certication on the products please contact your
local Danfoss Sales Company.
Applicable to HCFC, HFC, R717 (Ammonia) and R744 (CO2). For further information refer to the product instruction
for FIA.
New refrigerants
Danfoss products are continually evaluated for use with new refrigerants depending on market requirements.
When a refrigerant is approved for use by Danfoss, it is added to the relevant portfolio, and the R number of the
refrigerant (e.g. R513A) will be added to the technical data of the code number. Therefore, products for specic
refrigerants are best checked at store.danfoss.com/en/, or by contacting your local Danfoss representative.
For more detail on pressure and temperature range; see Table 2: Pressure/Temperature range chart for SVL product
range with butt-weld connection F
Figure 1: Pressure/Temperature range chart for SVL product range with butt-weld connection F
For valve sizes DN 15 to DN 50 and DN 80:
52 bar(g) (754 psig) at -60 °C to +150 °C (-76 °F to +302 °F).
For valve sizes DN 65 and DN100:
52 bar(g) (754 psig) at -60 °C to +100 °C (-76 °FF to +212 °F),
45 bar(g) (652 psig) at +100 °C to +150 °C (+212 °F to +302 °F).
For valve size DN 125:
52 bar(g) (754 psig) at -40 °C to +50 °C (-40 °F to +122 °F)
43 bar(g) (623 psig) at -60 °C to -40 °C (- 76 °F to -40 °F),
42 bar(g) (609 psig) at +50 °C to +100 °C (+122 °F to +212 °F),
36 bar(g) (522 psig) at +100 °C to+150 °C (+212 °F to +302 °F).
For valve size DN 150:
25 bar(g) (362 psig) at -60 °C to +150 °C (-76 °F to +302 °F).
For valve size DN 200:
25 bar(g) (362 psig) at -60 °C to +100 °C (-76 °F to +212 °F),
23 bar(g) (333 psig) at +100 °C to +150 °C (+212 °F to +302 °F).
SVL housings with other connection types (DIN, ANSI, SOC and thread) are approved for a maximum working
pressure of 52 bar(g) (754 psig) at –60 °C to +150 °C (–76 °F to +302 °F) for all sizes.
The reduced pressure in some of the SVL housings with connection type F is caused by the welding onto stainless
steel pipes with reduced pipe size.
Table 2: Pressure/Temperature range chart for SVL product range with butt-weld connection F
Connection
Figure 2: F connection
Table 3: Dimensions
Available with the following connections:
• Butt-weld connection "F"
• DN 15 to 65 size: 2mm thick
• DN 80 -200 size: 3 mm thick
Installation/Maintenance
The strainer is designed to resist high internal pressures. However, the piping system in general should be designed
to avoid liquid traps and reduce the risk of hydraulic pressure caused by thermal expansion. Install the strainer with
the cover in downward position.
Danfoss recommends replacement/cleaning of the strainer when the dierential pressure loss >0.5 bar (7.3 psi) in
the liquid line and >0.05 bar (0.7 psi) in the suction line. The max. permissible dierential pressure is 1 bar (15 psi).
For further information refer to installation instruction for FIA.
Design
Figure 3: Example of marking ring, FIA
Strainer Insert
A lter grid and lter net of stainless steel ensure long element life. The lter net oers a very high degree of
cleanability.
Housing
The strainer housing is made of special, cold resistant steel.
Selection of strainer size
Denition
Mesh is the number of threads per inch. µ (microns) is the distance between two threads (1µ = 1 /1000 mm).
The mesh aperture size of the strainer must satisfy the requirements stated by the suppliers of the equipment to be
protected. The following recommendations of aperture size apply in general to refrigeration installations:
All lines
First start up : 50µ
(Use strainer element with removable insert for FIA DN15-40 or
separate lter bag for FIA DN 50-200. 50µ insert should normally
be removed after the rst 24 hours of operation)
Liquid Lines
Ahead of pumps: 500µ [38 mesh]
After pumps: 150µ [100 mesh] / 250µ [72 mesh]
In front of AKVA valves: 100µ [150 mesh]
Protection of automatic regulation equipment
Generally : 150µ [100 mesh] / 250µ [72 mesh] Sensitive equipment
e.g. suction regulators with low temperature : 250µ [72 mesh]
Suction Lines
Ahead of screw compressor : 250µ [72 mesh]
Ahead of piston compressor : 150µ [100 mesh]
The table below is used to identify the strainer required. Please note that you have to order FIA strainer without
element, a strainer element and accessories.
Example:
FIA 150 F ANG + FIA-X 150 150μ Strainer
Element + Filter Bag = 148B6442 + 148H3134 +148H3155
The list contains all certicates, declarations, and approvals for this product type. Individual code number may have
some or all of these approvals, and certain local approvals may not appear on the list.
Some approvals may change over time. You can check the most current status at danfoss.com or contact your local
Danfoss representative if you have any questions.
Table 24: Certicates, declarations and approvals
Pressure Equipment Directive (PED)
FIA strainers are approved in accordance with the European standard specied in the Pressure Equipment Directive
and are CE marked. For further details / restrictions - see Installation Instruction.
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