Automatic self cleaning strainer has tubular backwash assembly that slowly rotates in close contact with the internal wedge-wire straining element. Automatic self cleaning strainer cleans itself using a backwash system which is continuous and/or controlled by an automatic control system. Automatic self cleaning strainer removes debris by backwash flow which carries unwanted debris away from the internal element and out of the strainer. Automatic self cleaning strainer possesses long service life
