Word to the wise--Once hops are added to the wort, always try to strain on the output side, if possible.
SS China Cap strainers (Extra Fine Mesh, i.e., Bouillion) or nylon strainer bags (or nylon hose, yes, panty hose) can work well for straining on the output side (since the surface area (and volume) is much greater, but they don't work well on the input side (since the opening is rather small). IME, the "clogging" still occurs unless you increase the surface area (hops will clog the mesh--so if you have a lot of hops, you need a lot of mesh) and keep the screen well away from the input port so "suction" doesn't draw the screen and hops into the port.
The paint strainer bag in the fermentor bucket is simple and elegant.