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What size is Saniflo waste pipe?
The discharge pipe size for Saniflo can be 22mm or 32mm.
Where does the waste go on a Saniflo?
Where does the Saniflo waste go? When flushed, the waste in a Saniflo toilet does not go directly to the outlet pipe. Instead, it heads to the WasteAway (soil stack) unit. Before it arrives there the Saniflo macerator technology reduces the waste to liquid form within a few seconds.
Do you need P trap with Saniflo?
– Is a p-trap required for Saniflo products? A p-trap is required on any fixtures draining into the pump. Even though macerating systems have built-in mechanical traps, most plumbing codes require a regular p-trap to be installed.
What size pipe comes out of a macerator?
Macerator manufacturers normally recommend diameters from ¾” to 1½”. The ¾” diameter may be the cheapest alternative, but the high-speed flow increases the piping friction loss. Not only will velocity flow increase, but the pump’s power consumption will rise and there will be a higher risk of clogging the pipes.
Does a Saniflo need a soil pipe?
SANIFLO installations require connection to an electrical power supply (5 amp unswitched fused spur) and water supply to the WC suite. For the discharge, a small bore pipe (solvent weld plastic or copper 22mm or 32mm depending upon model) must discharge into a soil and vent pipe / discharge stack.
Can a Saniflo be wet vented?
STEP 12: The macerator pump must be vented into the house’s vent system, but it can be installed as a wet system vent.
Can you put a Saniflo anywhere?
The benefits of installing and using a Saniflo toilet include the following: No drainage pipe necessary: As there is the ability to drain the toilet from any location, you can put a toilet anywhere in your domestic property with no extension pipe. This could be a cellar, loft, attic space or anywhere else.
Can you drain a sink into a macerating toilet?
Properly sized, a macerating system can handle all the fixtures in a bathroom, including the sink, shower, tub and toilet, even on a septic system. What’s more, these fixtures will work up to 12 feet below and as far away as 150 feet from a septic tank or sewer line.
Does a macerator need a vent pipe?
Vent the Pump. Unless you’re using a SaniCOMPACT, which doesn’t require venting, you’ll need to vent the macerator pump into your home’s vent system.
How far can a vent pipe be from the drain?
For pipes that have a diameter of 3 inches the distance is 6 feet and for a 4-inch pipe the most it should be away from the vent is 10 feet. Keep in mind that toilets have their own traps so there is no need to have one on the drain line, but it still must have a vent.
Can you connect Bath to Saniflo?
The Saniflo SaniPro Up macerator pump comes with 4 inlets, so you can connect your toilet, basin and 2 other installations, such as a power shower or even a bidet. With a neat and unobtrusive compact design, the SaniPro Up will slot perfectly into your new bathroom or ensuite.
What type of pipe should I use for my saniflo product?
Saniflo recommends to use PVC, CPVC, copper. – What size discharge pipe should be used? Depending on the pump model, the discharge pipe can be 3/4 or 1 inch diameter pipe. The Sanicubic range uses 1-1/2″ diameter discharge pipe. – Does Saniflo products require a vent?
Can saniflo’s pump blow apart compression waste fittings?
Saniflo’s pump under high pressure, which is why copper or solvent weld pipework is required on the discharge pipe. It could be possible the pressure created when the unit is operating would be enough to ‘blow apart’ any compression waste fittings, bearing in mind these are designed to be used at atmospheric pressure.
Is there a hole in the top of a saniflo toilet?
Note there is a small hole in the top of some units. Because Saniflo is the global leader of macerating upflush toilets, they manufacture them to work everywhere. This small vent hole is not used in the United States.
Can I vent my saniflo system anywhere?
You can vent your Saniflo system anywhere, providing it meets the following requirements: air moves in and out and it adheres to local codes. Once you’ve gathered these things, it’s time to get your Saniflo install underway! 2.