Amiad Tagline Filters

Build your pipe-threaded head assembly safely.

Step 1: Prep the Threads
Because this filter utilizes Pipe Threads (MPT), you must apply 2 to 3 wraps of Teflon tape to both the inlet and outlet threads to ensure a watertight seal. Do not use liquid pipe dope or over-tighten.

Step 2: Install the Filter
Thread the Amiad filter into your PVC manifold. Because it is rated for constant pressure, you have the flexibility to install it either upstream (before) or downstream (after) of your automated valves. Ensure the directional flow arrow points downstream.

Step 3: Connect Pressure Gauges (2" Models Only)
If you are installing a 2" model, use a 1/4" female coupler to attach 1/4" pressure gauges to the ports on top of the filter. This allows you to monitor the pressure differential to know exactly when the screen needs cleaning.

Step 4: Routine Flushing
For 3/4" to 1.5" models: periodically open the flush valve at the bottom of the filter while the system is actively running to blow out trapped sediment. For 2" models: temporarily turn off the water and remove the threaded bottom cap to drain the basin and manually rinse the screen.

Can I leave this filter under constant pressure?
Yes! Unlike many standard irrigation filters, the Amiad Tagline series is built and rated for constant pressure up to 110 PSI.

This means you can safely install it directly onto your mainline before your automated timer or irrigation valves, protecting the entire valve manifold from debris.

How do I attach this to my garden hose?
These filters feature standard Male Pipe Threads (MPT) and will not thread directly onto a garden hose or outdoor spigot.

If you are connecting this filter to a hose-threaded system, you will need to purchase and apply standard hose-to-pipe thread adapters to bridge the connection.

How do the 2" models differ from the smaller sizes?
The 2" models (FAMCP2155 & FAMCP2200) utilize a large "T-Style" body rather than a Y-style body. They feature pressure gauge ports on the top and utilize a removable threaded cap on the bottom to drain the basin rather than a quick-turn drain valve.

This heavy-duty design safely accommodates their massive 110 GPM flow capacity.

How should I prepare my Amiad filter for spring watering?
As you set up your system for spring, ensure the water is turned off, unscrew the main canister, and inspect the stainless steel screen for any winter scale or damage.

Clean it thoroughly, or install a fresh replacement screen if necessary. Ensure the O-ring is properly seated and lubricated before hand-tightening the canister back on, then run the system to verify there are no leaks.