Siphon for shower tray, for high and low shower tray

Shower cabins are very popular in apartments and private houses. Especially they are good in small rooms, where it is difficult to put a bathroom. Whatever the cabin, it is necessary to organize a runoff of water from the sump in the sewer, for which you need a special siphon.

This device works quite simply. It consists of a curved pipe, at the bottom of which there is always water. The siphon is mounted not only for the shower, but also for all other sanitary devices working with water.

The market for sanitary products offers a variety of siphons for the material of production, configuration, quality and price. His choice also depends on the shower tray itself, namely from the drain hole. There are several options for the classification of such devices:

According to the principle of operation:

• bottle. The siphon has received this name, since it has the shape of a simple bottle. But this does not prevent it from being as user-friendly and functional as possible;
• pipe. Such siphons are even simpler in their devices than previous ones. They are made in the form of a curved pipe, made of plastic, metal, and therefore have different properties and scope. But the most common form is a goffer, which you can simply stretch.

On control methods:

• conventional. Control of a conventional siphon is done with a simple plug. When it stretches, water enters the pipe, and from it - into the sewer;
• automatic. The drain opens automatically, a person only needs to press a special lever. This is very convenient, because you do not need to bend;
• device Click-Clack. The special design of the drain plug allows you to press it with your foot, after which it automatically opens. This is the most complex system, so the most expensive.

As already mentioned, there are quite a lot of different kinds of siphons for the shower in the market. But the most popular type is plastic siphons, which have the best combination of price and quality. This device has the following equipment:

• grating, which closes the drain and prevents large particles from entering the pipes;
• seal for the grill. To ensure that the grill is closest to the pallet and does not let water pass, a rubber seal is placed between them;
• outlet version. It has a lip to which the sealant is attached;
• seal for the branch pipe, made of rubber;
• screw, screwed into the nut of the pipe;
• the main part of the siphon, or bowl, always contains water;
• corrugation or pipe connecting the bowl to the sewer.

Low shower trays impose some restrictions on the use of various plumbing devices for their maintenance, including siphons. For the organization of draining the water from this pallet the standard bottle siphon is not suitable. Of course, the pallet can be installed on a small pedestal so that more space is available under it. But this negates all the advantages of such a soul. To solve the drain problem, experts recommend using:

• Corrugated siphon. Due to its flexible design, such a siphon can be placed in a confined space by organizing the necessary slope for draining the water. But the disadvantage of the corrugation is its low strength, and dirt accumulates quickly on its internal surface. It is possible that soon such a siphon will have to be changed. Fortunately, its cost is low.
• Tube siphon. It has the shape of an S-shaped tube with a water stopper. It takes up little space and provides a reliable drain. The pipe is much easier to clean than corrugated.

And for high shower trays you can use absolutely all types of siphons. Thanks to this design, it is much easier to install and replace pipes and other elements.

siphon It is quite easy to install a new one or replace an already existing siphon, this does not require special knowledge and special tools. First you need to read the instructions, make sure all the components are present. To connect the siphon successfully the first time, you should follow these tips:

1. To ensure a reliable drain, the pallet must always be higher than the sewage inlet.
2. Specialists recommend the use of flexible plastic pipes, because they are much easier to adjust.
3. The slope of the pipe is approximately 1 to 2 centimeters per meter of length.
4. If there is a distance of several meters or more between the shower and the sewage inlet, a special pump must be installed, which will pump the water from the sump.

The siphon itself is easy to install. First, a grid with a gasket, a discharge outlet, is inserted into the drain. To them is connected the siphon bowl, to it - the pipe going to the sewer. On the diversion of the sewer is put on the branch pipe, to it the pipe of the siphon is fastened. In this case, you need to use rubber gaskets and seals to make it impossible to leak. The system is tested approximately 10-15 minutes. If there is no leakage at a high pressure, it is safe to use a shower.

To choose the right siphon for your shower, you should follow these tips:

1. One of the main criteria for choosing is the sump drain diameter. Most models have a diameter of 52, 62 and 90 mm. Data on the size should be in the shower instruction, but you can measure it yourself. Of course, you can take a smaller siphon, but this will make impossible a reliable seal.
2. The siphon capacity also matters. It is calculated depending on the height of the pallet, in which this or that volume of water can be. For example, if the siphon diameter is 52 or 62 mm, then for a normal drain the maximum water level in the pan should not be more than 12 cm, and for larger siphons - 15 cm.
3. In order to be able to clean the siphon in the future without dismantling the entire shower,it is better to buy self-cleaning devices. It is necessary to install a fine grill on the drain, through which hair and other small particles will not enter.

The maintenance of the device consists in its regular cleaning, depending on the frequency of use of the shower. If siphons with a diameter of 52 or 62 mm are used, you need to provide access to them for cleaning, because they quickly become soiled. Siphons with a diameter of 90 mm can be cleaned through a suction pipe. In most models, there are special bowls in which all garbage is delayed. It is simply unscrewed from the siphon and cleaned.

Thus, in selecting and installing a siphon yourself, there is nothing difficult. The main thing - to adhere to all the recommendations and tips outlined in the article.