Jabsco inlet strainers protect all electric diaphragm pumps from pump breakdown due to particles in the water. Transparent housing screws off to allow easy inspection and servicing to clear debris.These plug-in strainers also have a plug-in inlet port that uses the Jabsco snap-in ports to connect to your inlet water supply hose, 90º in x straight out. 1/2"-14 IPS fittings are male IPS straight thread.Dimensions: 4 3/4"L x 2 3/4" Dia. x 2 1/2"H