{"product_id":"groco-arg2500s-bronze-strainer-with-304-ss-basket-34-arg2500s","title":"GROCO ARG-2500S Bronze Raw-Water Strainer — 2-1\/2\" Hose, #304 SS Basket (34-ARG2500S)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe GROCO ARG-2500S is a large-capacity bronze raw-water strainer designed for 2-1\/2 in. pipe or hose connections. Built for high-volume seawater intake on large vessels, it shares the same proven ARG-series construction — no tie rods, O-ring sealed cap and sight glass, and a tool-free #304 stainless steel basket — scaled up for the demanding flow requirements of large inboard engines, twin or triple engine installations, and high-capacity generator cooling systems. The see-through screw-on cap allows visual inspection of basket condition without disassembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest Use Case:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal as a primary raw-water strainer on large inboard diesel engines, multi-engine installations, and high-volume generator cooling circuits on vessels 50 ft. and above with 2-1\/2 in. seacock plumbing. Well-suited for commercial, charter, and offshore bluewater applications where maximum flow capacity and reliable sealing are non-negotiable. \u003cstrong\u003eNot for use in potable water systems.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBronze body — corrosion-resistant for raw-water and seawater service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e#304 stainless steel filter basket — tool-free removal for quick cleaning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSee-through screw-on strainer cap — inspect basket condition without disassembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eO-ring sealed cap and sight glass — no leaks under pressure or vacuum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo tie rods — simplified, robust construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpanner wrench holes in cover — compatible with SW-2531 wrench\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstalls with 2-1\/2 in. pipe or hose connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart No. ARG2500S | SKU: 34-ARG2500S\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not use chemical or abrasive cleaners on sight glass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParts Desk Insights:\u003c\/strong\u003e The ARG-2500S is one of the largest strainers in the GROCO ARG series and is typically specified for vessels with 2-1\/2 in. raw-water plumbing — confirm your seacock and hose ID before ordering. A dedicated O-ring replacement is available: see the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/o-ring-arg-2500-s\"\u003eO-Ring for ARG-2500-S\u003c\/a\u003e. For drain wingnut and O-ring replacement on units manufactured before 08\/01\/01, see the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/groco-arg-506-drain-wingnut-and-o-ring-for-arg-strainers-before-080101\"\u003eGROCO ARG-506 Drain Wingnut and O-Ring\u003c\/a\u003e. If your application requires a smaller strainer, see the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/groco-arg-2000s-bronze-raw-water-strainer-2-hose-304-ss-basket-34-arg2000s\"\u003eGROCO ARG-2000S (2\" Hose)\u003c\/a\u003e or the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/groco-arg-1500s-bronze-raw-water-strainer-1-1-2-hose-304-ss-basket-34-arg1500s\"\u003eGROCO ARG-1500S (1-1\/2\" Hose)\u003c\/a\u003e. Pair with a compatible seacock or ball valve for a complete through-hull assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LNS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51199424331812,"sku":"34-ARG2500S","price":1347.59,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/34-ARG-BSPP_series_dim_68c564f6-6fbb-446a-8154-876a7f9afe0b.jpg?v=1785605208","url":"https:\/\/marisolmarine.com\/products\/groco-arg2500s-bronze-strainer-with-304-ss-basket-34-arg2500s","provider":"Marisol Marine Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}