Somehow, even those people who bravely rush to manually install the sink in the bathroom and almost from scratch to create it, sidestep all aspects related to its connection to communications. Very good reason, because there is nothing complicated about it. Today we tell about what a siphon and what to do.
Types of siphons for bath: the pros and cons
The content of the article
- Types of siphons for bath: the pros and cons
- How to choose a siphon
- How to assemble the siphon for washbasin in the bathroom
- Assembly Hints
They are tools not only for the discharge of water, but also to create a hydraulic lock, blocking odors from the sewer. According to their principle of operation, there are three varieties:
- Pipe;
- bottle;
- corrugated.
The first of these occurs except in older models, because it is the most outdated and inconvenient version. Pipe siphon the most difficult to install as it requires precise calculations and will have to dismantle the entire structure when clogged.
Second not too widespread for shells and is usually purchased as a temporary embodiment, since it cheap and easily connected without the need for any special skills. It is used in case of breakage bottle trap at a time until a replacement is sought.
As crimped model is used during repair work when the shell should be temporarily moved to another location.The third - the most popular. According to the complexity of the installation it is in the middle between two adjacent variants, but its main advantage - it prevents the clogging of pipes, and case of contact with foreign objects (such as jewelry), it is equipped with a screw cap from the bottom, which will not lose them drain. In addition, by using the same cover it is very convenient to clean the pipe.
Siphons differ in their content. The hottest option - plastic, because it is inexpensive, does not rust and is lightweight.
In addition, there are the metal varieties. They are suitable for those shells, which are not hidden communication, and have aesthetic appeal. Often they additionally applied beautiful plating of chromium, bronze, brass or copper.
How to choose a siphon
First of all, make all necessary measurements. As a rule, the majority of the shells with a standard discharge diameter, suitable for all types of siphons, but there are exceptions, so it is better to be safe.
Before buying, check the build quality: the thread should be of high quality and all elements of the twist-off must move easily. Also, all joints should be tight initially, that there was no need for a sealant.
Be sure to check the trap for cracks and chips. And be sure to check the equipment. For any model must be accompanied by instructions, which lists all the details that go into a set: do not be lazy to compare.
Important! All rubber pads should be soft and flexible, must be free of cracks on the surface, as well as dents and projections.
How to assemble the siphon for washbasin in the bathroom
I offer the example of the most difficult option - with overflow. If you understand how it's going, then easily be able to gather any other.
Attention! Twist all the elements are set manually, without using any tools. Otherwise it is possible to deform the plastic.
In the first place to the bulb is screwed onto the bottom cover (the same one that can be unscrewed for cleaning of pipes). First, the threads put on the corresponding diameter of the gasket.
Then cover dokruchivaetsya until it stops and rotates about a third more.
As you can see from the bulb leaves two openings: one up, the other side. We will work with the top, but leave aside the flask aside and take the cone-shaped tube, which is inserted into it. Note: on the one hand it is a little longer than the other. The wide part of the clamping nut is twisted, and the narrow - seal.
Now the pipe is ready, it can be inserted into an opening (narrow portion).
Tightly fasten the ring nut, the connection be airtight. 
We move higher. You see, in the nozzle hole is carving? Here in this place set the seal.
The upper photograph is a fitting piece, like a funnel. It is called the "watering". Fasten it to him.
Enough torment upper opening of the flask, proceed to the side. This is something that will output the water down the drain. Connect the pipe to it that you need - this may be a plastic or corrugated, and tighten the nut. In the photo plastic.
Attention! Do not forget the seal.
See, by watering leaves one more hole. To him we connect the overflow hose. In the role it can also be corrugated plastic pipe. In this case, the corrugation. You do not confuse it with sewage sludge, because it is smaller in diameter. Again, do not forget about the seal.
Tighten the screws. 
To the other end of the tube fasten the retainer, which will later be attached to the overflow opening. He is like a small nozzle to the vacuum cleaner. 
There are very few. We return to our heads. Now it is set once two seals: one from the bottom, second from the top.
We put on her grating, which the center will be tightened with a screw.
Last step: put the square seal on the lock for the overflow.
That's all! Siphon assembled and ready to install!
Assembly Hints
If the sink is mounted low, some types of siphons can not fit in the space underneath. Do not insert the tube into the top hole to the end, this may lead to poor operation of the device! It is better to loosen it from the design and shorten using a hacksaw or grinder.
As has been said, any corrugated pipes can be replaced with plastic and vice versa, as you prefer. Corrugations easier to install, but the plastic is less clogged.
Even if you do not have a washing machine and you do not plan to buy it in the near future, I recommend buying a siphon with additional taps. If you ever change your mind, you do not have to completely reinstall the device.
Hopefully, such a step by step guide will help you in the assembly and a siphon will long serve you faithfully!
