Pool Skimmer & Pump Strainer Basket is used for catching leaves, hair and debris in the skimmer and pump pot before they reach the pool or spa pump impeller. ANSI 50 is the reference cited for it on drawings, datasheets and purchase orders.
What ANSI 50 Means for Pool Skimmer & Pump Strainer Basket
The dimensions in the table below are supplied to suit ANSI 50. Where the standard sets requirements for the finished appliance, device or system, compliance testing of that assembly stays with its manufacturer; we supply the metal mesh part to the drawing and can provide material certificates and dimensional reports with the shipment.
Pool Skimmer & Pump Strainer Basket Dimensions
| Size | Top diameter (mm) | Depth (mm) | Hole diameter (mm) | Material |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pump 150 | 150 | 180 | 3.0 | SS316 perforated |
| Skimmer 200 | 200 | 140 | 4.0 | SS316 perforated |
| Spa 120 | 120 | 120 | 2.5 | SS316 perforated |
Specifying Pool Skimmer & Pump Strainer Basket Beyond the Standard
- Size: Match the pump pot or skimmer well.
- Holes: 2.5–4 mm perforation.
- Material: SS316 for chlorinated and salt-water pools.
When Pool Skimmer & Pump Strainer Basket Is Not the Right Choice
Not a replacement for the pool filter.
