Forespar Scoop & Round Strainers
Forespar 906060 Marelon Scoop Strainer - White Glass-Reinforced Marine Thru-Hull
Forespar Scoop Strainers: Marelon Engineering Below the Waterline
When it comes to protecting a boat's water intake system, few details matter more than what sits at the hull. Forespar has built a decades-long reputation on the philosophy that below-waterline fittings deserve the same innovation and precision as any other critical marine component — and their Scoop & Round Strainers are a direct expression of that commitment.
Marelon® is the cornerstone material behind Forespar's scoop strainer lineup. These high-strength, high-speed strainers are made of non-corrosive Marelon® , Forespar's proprietary glass-reinforced polymer that serves as the foundation of their entire marine plumbing system. Forespar provides Marelon® plumbing systems to the world's top boat builders and continues to develop modern alternatives to age-old heavy bronze fittings. The result is a strainer that resists the electrolytic corrosion and degradation that commonly afflict metal alternatives — a meaningful advantage for any vessel spending time in salt water.
The MF 867 & MF 868: Forespar's Scoop Strainer Models
Forespar's scoop strainer offering centers on two purpose-built thru-hull models. The MF 867 is a 3/4" scoop strainer thru-hull, while the MF 868 steps up to a 1-1/4" size , giving boaters the right fit for a range of intake applications. Two-piece construction allows for greater ease in installation , a practical advantage when working in the tight quarters typical of through-hull access areas.
Screens only can be epoxied to the hull to eliminate additional holes in the gel-coat, and scoop screens can also be used over other thru-hulls — particularly flush-head styles — whenever a force feed of water is required. This versatility makes Forespar scoop strainers a smart upgrade option, not just a replacement part.
Why Scoop Strainer Design Matters
A scoop strainer's job is to channel water into an intake while filtering out debris that could damage pumps, impellers, or heat exchangers. The forward-facing scoop geometry creates a slight positive pressure as the vessel moves through the water, effectively "force-feeding" the intake system — a benefit especially noticeable at higher speeds. Forespar's scoop strainers are high-strength, high-speed, made of glass-reinforced non-corrosive Marelon , making them equally at home on a coastal cruising sailboat or a fast powerboat where sustained speed puts real demand on raw-water systems.
The maximum thru-hull thickness accommodated is 1-1/2" , covering the hull construction of the vast majority of production and custom fiberglass boats. The scoop screen's integral filter keeps larger particulates from entering the system, reducing maintenance intervals on downstream components.
A Brand Built on Marine Plumbing Integrity
Forespar is a company in which a team of dedicated boaters has continually advanced the quality of the sailing and powerboating experience since 1967, founded by life-long boater Robert Foresman under a philosophy of innovation and quality. That heritage carries directly into their strainer products — engineered components that take corrosion, pressure, and long-term reliability seriously. For boaters who want the confidence of a proven marine plumbing brand at every penetration point in the hull, Forespar's scoop strainers represent a sensible, well-engineered choice.
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