{"product_id":"groco-bp-3-poly-strainer-basket-black-polyethylene-replacement-basket-for-raw-water-strainers","title":"Groco BP-3 Poly Strainer Basket, Black Polyethylene Replacement Basket for Raw Water Strainers","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Groco BP-3 is a replacement poly strainer basket designed to fit inside compatible raw water strainer housings on boats, removing debris and sediment before water reaches the engine, pump, or plumbing system. The basket is molded from black polyethylene, a material chosen for its resistance to saltwater corrosion, cracking, and UV degradation, making it suitable for continuous marine service where metal baskets would eventually rust or pit. The open-top construction allows quick access for cleaning: simply lift the basket out, empty accumulated debris, rinse, and reinstall, without needing tools or gaskets. At 2.6 inches by 7.3 inches, the BP-3 is sized for standard thru-hull strainer housings that accept this basket profile, and its light weight of 0.2125 pounds means it adds negligible load to the strainer assembly. As a genuine Groco part, the BP-3 is manufactured to the same dimensions and fit as the original equipment basket it replaces, so boat owners can restore proper strainer function without modifying the housing. This basket is commonly kept as a spare or replacement item for routine strainer maintenance, since baskets can become brittle or damaged over time from sun exposure and repeated handling during cleaning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Groco\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e BP-3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polyethylene (plastic)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBasket Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.6 inches x 7.3 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.2125 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClosure Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Open top\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thru hull fittings and strainers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 742985174979\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Groco BP-3 used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Groco BP-3 is a poly strainer basket that sits inside a raw water strainer housing to catch debris and sediment before water reaches onboard pumps or the engine cooling system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size is the BP-3 basket?\u003c\/strong\u003e The BP-3 basket measures 2.6 inches by 7.3 inches, sized to fit into compatible strainer housings that accept this basket profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat material is the BP-3 basket made from?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is made from black polyethylene, a plastic chosen for its resistance to saltwater corrosion and cracking compared to metal baskets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does the BP-3 basket weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Groco BP-3 weighs 0.2125 pounds, making it a lightweight component within a strainer assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the BP-3 a genuine Groco part?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the BP-3 is a genuine Groco manufacturer part, not a generic aftermarket substitute, and carries the Groco part number BP-3.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I clean the BP-3 strainer basket?\u003c\/strong\u003e Because the BP-3 has an open-top design, it can be lifted straight out of the strainer housing, emptied of debris, rinsed, and reinstalled without tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the BP-3 come with a lid?\u003c\/strong\u003e No, the BP-3 is an open-top basket and does not include a lid.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat color is the BP-3 basket?\u003c\/strong\u003e The BP-3 poly strainer basket is black.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many baskets come in one BP-3 order?\u003c\/strong\u003e An order of the BP-3 includes one strainer basket.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy replace a strainer basket instead of the whole strainer housing?\u003c\/strong\u003e Baskets like the BP-3 wear out or become brittle from sun exposure and repeated cleaning cycles well before the strainer housing itself needs replacement, so replacing just the basket restores full strainer function at lower cost.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Groco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49033324396763,"sku":"GRO-BP-3","price":51.64,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0839\/7586\/4539\/files\/51GDPTBK1yL.jpg?v=1785244763","url":"https:\/\/www.goodvibesmarina.com\/products\/groco-bp-3-poly-strainer-basket-black-polyethylene-replacement-basket-for-raw-water-strainers","provider":"Good Vibes Marina","version":"1.0","type":"link"}