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Brake & Power Steering Reservoir Strainer — FMVSS 116 / SAE J1703 systems

Brake & Power Steering Reservoir Strainer for straining brake fluid and power-steering fluid at the reservoir fill neck so debris from containers or funnels never reaches master cylinders and pumps. 3 sizes listed, with technical drawing and quotation.

A small stainless steel mesh basket strainer in the fill neck of a translucent brake fluid reservoir, engine bay, close-up
Brake & Power Steering Reservoir Strainer (FMVSS 116 / SAE J1703 systems) — Fuel & Oil Screens

Technical Drawing

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Dimensions & Specifications (FMVSS 116 / SAE J1703 systems)

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SizeTop diameter (mm)Depth (mm)MeshMicron rating (u00b5m)
Neck 30302560-Mesh SS304233
Neck 40403580-Mesh SS304178
PS reservoir 555540100-Mesh SS304154

Brake & Power Steering Reservoir Strainer (FMVSS 116 / SAE J1703 systems) is used for straining brake fluid and power-steering fluid at the reservoir fill neck so debris from containers or funnels never reaches master cylinders and pumps.

Made by: Woven Wire Mesh (Weaving) · Deep Drawing, Stamping & Forming · Filter Fabrication & Assembly

Where Brake & Power Steering Reservoir Strainer Is Used

  • Vehicle OEMs: fill-neck strainers in brake and power-steering reservoirs.
  • Aftermarket reservoir makers: billet and remote reservoirs.
  • Motorsport: brake reservoirs on race cars.
  • Industrial hydraulics: small power-pack tanks.

Read the full application guide for Brake & Power Steering Reservoir Strainer →

How to Specify Brake & Power Steering Reservoir Strainer

  • Neck diameter: 30–55 mm.
  • Mesh: 60–100 mesh stainless.
  • Fluid compatibility: SS304 suits DOT 3/4/5.1 and ATF.

Materials

Standard supply is stainless steel 304; the material column in the table and the drawing options show the exact grade for each size. Other alloys and finishes can be quoted to your drawing.

Fitting & Care

  • Always top up through the strainer, never by removing it.
  • Rinse the strainer with fresh fluid during a brake flush.

Common Mistakes

  • Removing the strainer to fill faster.
  • Mixing incompatible fluid types.

When Brake & Power Steering Reservoir Strainer Is Not the Right Choice

Not a system filter — it only stops debris at filling.

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Pricing

Brake & Power Steering Reservoir Strainer is made to order as finished parts. Indicative pricing starts from about US$0.22 per piece for a standard size at production quantity; the final price depends on size, material, finish, tooling and order volume. Send your configuration from the drawing above for a quotation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Brake & Power Steering Reservoir Strainer used for?

Straining brake fluid and power-steering fluid at the reservoir fill neck so debris from containers or funnels never reaches master cylinders and pumps.

Why does a brake reservoir have a strainer?

To stop debris entering the master cylinder.

What mesh is used?

About 80-mesh.

Can the strainer be cleaned?

Yes, with fresh brake fluid.

Which specifications of Brake & Power Steering Reservoir Strainer does custommetalfilters.com supply?

The table on this page lists 3 standard specifications for Brake & Power Steering Reservoir Strainer, from Neck 30 to PS reservoir 55. Specifications outside the table — custom mesh counts, wire diameters, roll widths and fabricated pieces — can be quoted on request.

How do I request a quotation?

Use the parametric drawing on this page to set the exact configuration (specification, material, treatment) and click "Request this configuration" — a specialist from custommetalfilters.com will respond within one business day.