Flat plate strainers, unlike conical strainers, require less space to use.
These strainers come both with and without bolt holes to secure in place, lending themselves to a wide variety of applications.
Flat plate strainers come in a range of materials ranging from perforated metal to wire cloth to a combination.
However, these strainers offer reduced filtration area when compared to conical strainers.
These strainers can be somewhat harder to remove and check than other strainer types.