Those who use plastic cans know how inconvenient it is to use them and pour something out of them, especially when they are full. The canister will definitely “gurgle” and splash out some of the contents past. And it’s good if it’s just water, and not gasoline, oil or a combustible mixture for a two-stroke lawn mower or chainsaw engine. You have to completely lift the canister in your hands and so that its neck is at the very top, and carefully drain the contents. But the canister can be quite heavy and contain dangerous liquids. In addition, funnels of large diameter are constantly required so that this content does not splash out during the “gurgle”.
To avoid such troubles, it is necessary to equip the canister with another “neck” - a small-diameter fitting with a stopper, or a small faucet. Through them you will spend the contents of the canister.
From the tools we need a heat gun and hot glue. With their help, any fitting or tap can be perfectly and reliably glued into a plastic canister. To do this, it is enough to make a hole in a place convenient for further use of the canister and glue the fitting.
But such a technique is good to use when the fitting flange is not flush with its end, but, as it were, in the middle of the fitting. Then part of the fitting enters the canister and is perfectly fixed. And secondly, the contents of the canister are not under pressure. Otherwise, it will constantly strive to pull the fitting out of the canister wall. And adhesives don't work very well for tearing.
Therefore, it is always good if the fitting flange is located inside the canister. Then the liquid pressure would always press the flange of the fitting or tap against the canister wall and not tear it off. But how to do it if the neck of the canister is narrow, and the hand does not go there?
The task is actually solved quite simply, with the help of a strong rope or wire. We pass it through the neck of the canister and release it through the fitting hole. This rope or wire will serve us both as a conductor for the fitting and as its clamp when gluing.
We put a fitting on a rope or wire, and tie a “cork” to the rope, such that it goes into the neck of the canister, but does not go into the fitting itself. Behind the cork, it is desirable to leave a “tail” at the rope, for which we will then pull the cork back. Now our fitting, as if by a thread (it is actually on a thread), will fall into the desired hole. If you pull the rope or wire, the cork will press the fitting against the wall and we can apply glue without any problems. Rather, it must be applied immediately before pressing the fitting.
Of course, you can also use the threaded method of attaching the fitting to the wall of the canister. It is only necessary to use reliable elastic gaskets to seal the junction of the fitting and the canister wall.
Thus, you can equip the canister with another neck and use it will become much more convenient. So that the canister does not “gurgle”, before using a new neck, it is necessary to slightly unscrew the plug on the main neck so that air freely penetrates into the canister as the liquid flows out of it.
The photo shows an example of how a “faucet” from a bag of wine is embedded in a canister. Supermarkets sell wine in 3-5 liter boxes. In fact, inside the cardboard bag is a plastic bag equipped with a faucet that operates on the principle of "pressed - flows". The package itself is quite problematic to use. But here's a faucet from him - it can serve. With the help of such a canister, it is extremely convenient to fill a chainsaw or lawn mower with a fuel mixture. Funnels are not required. The spout of the faucet is quite narrow, it is brought to the filler neck of the gas tank and a trickle of the fuel mixture flows exactly into the tank. “Not a drop of fuel to the enemy” (and to the ground). It is possible to fill in fuel literally for a minute of work. This is usually important when running 2-stroke engines, as it is not recommended to leave fuel in their tank and especially the carburetor. Gasoline evaporates, oil remains, and as a result - a serious complication of the next start. Therefore, it is better to refuel the best 2-3 times during operation than to fill in fuel “under the cap” and then drain it or run it empty.
It is also convenient to embed (paste) the second neck into the canister at the top, but from the opposite side, relative to the main neck. This second neck makes the use of the canister much more convenient.
Sometimes at the disposal of the summer resident are metal barrels with a narrow hole in one of the dons, closed with a screw cap. Using such barrels directly is very difficult and inconvenient. The neck in such a barrel is so narrow that even a child's hand will not fit into it. And the summer resident, gritting his heart, decides and cuts off the lid of the metal barrel entirely. But rainfall, garbage, dust fly into an open barrel ... Water in a barrel gets dirty much faster. Or generally refuses to use such a barrel.
The method described above makes it easy to embed the fitting anywhere in the barrel. Though in the bottom, even in the side surface. Of course, either welding, or epoxy, or simply a threaded connection with gaskets is already used here. Thus, the summer resident can use "uncomfortable" barrels for their intended purpose. It is especially good to use such a barrel as an intermediate receiver for a small pressure, 0.3 - 0.5 atm, since open barrels cannot be used in this way. Or as a container for a summer shower. Neither dirt nor debris will get into such a barrel. Yes, and it is easier to insulate such a barrel. You can also use the barrel in the “lying” position, and not just vertically. Sometimes this is the most optimal way to place it, for example, as a storage tank for water in the attic.
Plastic drums are widely used in various fields of activity - they can be used to store and transport oils, fuels, chemicals and other liquids. But if the container is used in everyday life as a water storage tank, it becomes necessary to screw a tap into it so that it is convenient to use the contents.
Technology for installing a tap in a barrel with a large opening using an American coupling
1 person alone will not be able to cope with the task, if the barrel is even 200 liters, he will need an assistant. The following materials are needed:
- coupling "American" straight 3/4 inch with internal and external threads;
- tap with external thread;
- screw;
- 2 rubber pads;
- 2 washers of suitable size (you can make homemade ones made of plastic).
A hole is prepared in a plastic barrel using a drill with an 18-19 mm drill. The "American" should not freely enter into it, but be screwed in with some effort.
The assembly sequence is as follows:
- "American" is assembled and a crane is screwed into it;
- a plastic washer and a rubber gasket are put on the coupling from the side of the external thread;
- the assembled structure is tightly inserted into the hole on the barrel;
- inside the container, a gasket is put on the “American”, and then a washer;
- the nut is baited and securely tightened.
For more effective sealing, the junction inside and outside the barrel can be treated with silicone sealant.
The sequence of installing a tap in a barrel with a narrow neck using a fitting
For this method, a fitting with an external thread on both sides (without a flange in the middle) or a regular tube of small length with a solid external thread will also be required. On one end you need to put on an elastic gasket, a washer and screw the nut to the middle (if the tube) or until it stops (if the fitting).
A hole is drilled in the barrel. A strong rope is taken, passed through the neck and released into the hole for the crane. A prepared fitting is put on the rope, and any limiter is tied to its edge, which will pass into the narrow neck of the container, but will stop in the fitting (tube).
The rope with the fitting must be pulled from the side of the hole for installing the crane very carefully so that the washer with the gasket does not fall off it. After the fixture enters the slot, a gasket, washer is put on the tube (fitting) and tightly tightened with a nut. A tap is screwed onto the rest of the thread.
In this article, we will talk about how to make a faucet in a plastic barrel using the simplest valves that can be purchased at any plumbing store. But before embarking on this simple task, let's decide what is the need to equip the tank with drain mechanisms.
At present, it is not problematic to purchase a plastic container of 200 or more liters. These useful containers can be used for accumulating and storing water intended for watering a summer cottage for arranging a summer shower, etc.
However, there is a problem, plastic containers, most often, are not equipped with a drain mechanism. At the same time, the price of a barrel with a faucet already installed is high, and therefore it's time to learn how to make an adjustable drain with your own hands.
So, how to put a tap on a plastic barrel and what is needed for this?
We select the necessary fittings and consumables
Before attaching a crane to a plastic barrel, let's decide what is needed for this.
In addition to the barrel itself, you will need a special fitting, tight gaskets to seal the connection and shutoff valves that fit the design of the fitting.
A mortise fitting with a seal is a type of fitting designed to hermetically connect a pipe or flexible hose to plastic or metal containers.
Fittings of this type, presented on the market, are divided into polymer and metal products according to the type of production materials.
- Metal fittings for tapping are made of stainless steel or brass. Such fittings are good in corrosion resistance, strength and durability.
Important: When purchasing mortise fittings, avoid buying low-quality cheap products, as such fittings are often made from silumin.
As a result, literally after a couple of months of operation, such a tie-in will become unusable, since the material used in the production will crumble.
- Polymer fittings for a sealed device, most often they are made of polyethylene.
The advantage of polyethylene products is their elasticity. As a result, even if the nut is overtightened, it will not crack properly and will provide the required tightness.
Important: Polymer tapping devices are not designed for installation in containers with a volume of more than 100 liters, as they can withstand a pressure of not more than 4 atmospheres.
When choosing the best option from the range of products on the market, we pay attention to the end fitting of the mortise fitting. For the installation of a full-fledged shut-off valve, we need a product with a threaded end. If a plastic barrel is used to collect water used for irrigation, you can use a fitting with a trailer designed to fix a flexible hose.
Now we know what needs to be purchased for the tie-in, but before inserting the tap into the plastic barrel, we need to select the appropriate shut-off valves.
The valve must match the diameter of the end fitting. In addition, it is desirable that these devices are made of the same materials. That is, it is desirable to install shut-off valves made of similar materials on a brass tie-in. The same is true for stainless steel products.
For the operation of plastic barrels in domestic conditions, two types of taps are relevant:
- traditional modifications with one rotary valve - a universal, easy-to-install solution, the price of which is low;
- ball valve "American" - the best solution for arranging a summer shower and similar structures, where the valves are stationary.
Features of the installation work
So, now a few words about how to install a faucet in a plastic barrel.
Installation instructions are simple:
- At the bottom of the plastic container, we make a mark at the place of the upcoming tie-in.
- We insert a drill into the electric drill, the diameter of which is 1-1.5 mm larger than the diameter of the fitting seat.
- We drill a hole and clean its edges from burrs and bumps.
- Next, remove the union locking nut from the fitting and leave one sealing ring.
- We push the prepared fitting into the hole from the inside of the barrel.
- Next, we put on the sealing ring on the outer part of the fitting and bait the fixing nut.
- Now holding the mortise device from the inside of the barrel, tighten the union nut from the outside.
- After the installation is completed, we proceed to the installation of shutoff valves. We select the crane in accordance with the diameter of the fitting. Screwing the valve onto the tie-in shank, hold the union nut with the second key.
- At the end of the installation, water is poured into the container and the tightness of the connection is checked. If no leaks are found, the installation can be considered successful.
Now that we know how to attach a crane to a plastic barrel, let's take a closer look at the features of the operation of such structures.
Application features
A plastic container with installed drain fittings is a useful household structure that can be used to meet various household needs.
Among the possible applications, we note the following:
- Installations for watering plants are simply indispensable in the countryside and at their summer cottage. Often, due to the lack of a connection to the water supply, well water is used for irrigation, which accumulates in barrels. Again, a special container of 200 liters can be placed under the drain and thus collect rainwater.
An important condition for the effective operation of irrigation systems assembled on the basis of barrels with a tap is the difference in levels. In other words, the barrel should be located an order of magnitude higher than the end of the watering hose will be.
In this case, the movement of water by gravity and, as a result, the creation of pressure will be ensured. To do this, the container is installed under the roof overhang on a pedestal about 1.5 meters high. A drainpipe is run into the barrel, through which rainwater will drain. The crane is installed at the bottom of the walls of the barrel or at the bottom. - The summer shower is arranged in a similar way. The container is mounted on a frame that acts as a booth.
A tie-in is made at the bottom of the barrel and a fitting is installed on which a tap and a strainer are attached. The second insert is made in the upper part of the container. A flexible hose is attached to this fitting, through which water will be supplied from a water main or from a well using a submersible pump.
The logic of this design is that the filled container heats up under the sun for a certain time, transferring heat to the water. Thus, having collected a container in the morning, in the afternoon you can use water heated to about + 50 ° C.
Conclusion
Now we know how to screw the tap into a plastic barrel and how to use the result for its intended purpose. It remains to purchase the necessary fittings and do simple installation work.
Are there any questions that need clarification? In this case, more useful information can be found by watching the video in this article.
Everyone who has ever used barrels or huge canisters knows how uncomfortable it is to drain liquid from them, especially if they are filled to the top. In order to simplify this task, it is possible to improve the container, in particular, to insert a drain tap into it. Below we will consider in detail how to insert a tap into a barrel so that the container does not lose its tightness along with this.
General Information
The drain valve is a very ergonomic device, because thanks to it the container does not need to be turned over or lifted. In addition, the drain is carried out carefully, without splashing the liquid, which is also very important in some cases.
Inserting a tap into a barrel is a relatively simple procedure that every home master can do. The only thing to point out is that this process is highly dependent on the material from which the container is made.
Based on this, below we will look at how to embed a tap into a metal barrel and a plastic container.
Drain insert
In an iron barrel
Place the drain to be guided as low as possible. But, this should not be done at the bottom, since such an insert will significantly reduce the functionality of the structure and require the execution of a special pedestal for it.
The following materials are useful for embedding:
The price of all these materials is not high, so the cost of this operation is minimal.
Note! Before proceeding with the drain insert, go to clean the inner surface of the container from dirt and rust.
So, the instruction for the execution of this work is as follows:
- Before embedding a tap into an iron barrel, it is necessary to outline the location of the drain. To do this, you can use a simple compass.
- After that, a hole must be drilled in the indicated place.. If necessary, the hole can be enlarged with a round file. The main thing is that it matches the diameter of the drive.
- Then, from the side of the small thread of the drive, go to screw the lock nut, after which it is inserted from the outside into the prepared hole.
- Then from the inside you need to make a second lock nut.
- Wrap a fum tape on the free part of the thread and generously apply silicone sealant for pipes.
- Then you need to carefully tighten the connection. This must be done with the application of effort so that the deformation of the wall occurs at the place of compression.
- Now it remains only to fasten the shut-off valves to the drive and check the system's performance..
This completes the do-it-yourself drain tie-in process.
In a plastic barrel
Now let's look at how to embed a tap into a plastic barrel. it is best to perform this procedure with a heat gun and hot glue.
If there is no similar tool, then tapping into a plastic barrel can also be done using a threaded connection. The only thing, in this case, you need to take care of sealing the joint.
This is done as follows:
- As in the previous case, before inserting a crane into a plastic barrel, it is necessary to outline and drill a hole. If the plastic is soft, the hole can be cut with scissors or a sharp knife.
- After that, you need to prepare a mortise crane for a plastic barrel. To do this, from the side of the thread it is necessary to install a huge iron washer and a waterproofing rubber gasket.
- Then sealant must be applied to the gasket and washer, as shown in the photo.
- Then the inlet pipe of the device must be inserted into the hole and otherwise, in addition, put a rubber gasket and washer on the thread, treating the joint with a sealant.
- At the end of the work from the inside, it is necessary to screw the nut onto the thread.
Typically, the container has a narrow neck, as a result of which it is unrealistic to screw the nut on from the inside. Under such conditions, a fitting that owns a flange on one side is useful.
Work under these conditions is performed in the following order:
- First of all, it is necessary to make a hole in the container according to the diameter of the fitting.
- After that, the fitting must be fixed on an iron wire, which will allow it to be pushed into the hole from the inside of the canister through the neck and then pull out the wire. To do this, it is possible to tie a limiter to the wire on one side.
- Before inserting the fitting into the hole, the place where the flange fits to the container wall must be lubricated with a sealant, in addition, a rubber gasket can be used.
- Then the wire is pushed through the neck into the hole and so the fitting is pulled out. Holding it with a wire, screw the locknut onto the thread from the outside, after installing the rubber gasket and treating the joint with sealant.
- At the end of the work on the fitting, you need to screw the shut-off valves.
Advice! In order to make the canister more ergonomic, it is possible to embed a second neck into it, on the opposite side of the first. Under such conditions, the water will drain evenly.
This completes the embedding process.
Conclusion
Inserting a tap into a container does not require huge financial and effort costs, but at the same time makes it much more ergonomic to use. The only thing is to do this operation carefully, adhering to the above recommendations, so as not to break the product.
From the video in this article, it is possible to draw some additional data on the designated topic.
Everyone who has ever used barrels or large canisters knows how inconvenient it is to drain liquid from them, especially if they are filled to the top. To simplify this task, the container can be improved, namely, to insert a drain tap into it. Below we will consider in detail how to insert a tap into a barrel so that the container does not lose its tightness.
General information
The drain valve is a very convenient device, because thanks to it the container does not need to be turned over or lifted. In addition, the drain is carried out carefully, without splashing the liquid, which is also extremely important in some cases.
Inserting a tap into a barrel is a relatively simple procedure that every home master can do. The only thing to note is that this process largely depends on the material from which the container is made.
Therefore, below we will consider how to embed a tap into an iron barrel and a plastic container.
Drain insert
In a metal barrel
Place the drain as low as possible. However, you should not do this at the bottom, since such an insert will significantly reduce the functionality of the structure and require a special pedestal to be made for it.
For tie-in, you will need the following materials:
The price of all these materials is not high, so the cost of this operation is minimal.
Note!
Before proceeding with the drain tie-in, the inner surface of the container should be cleaned of dirt and rust.
So, the instructions for doing this work are as follows:
- Before you embed the tap into a metal barrel, you need to outline the location of the drain. To do this, you can use the usual compass.
- Then a hole must be drilled in the indicated place.. If necessary, the hole can be enlarged with a round file. The main thing is that it corresponds to the diameter of the drive.
- Next, from the side of the short thread of the drive, screw the lock nut, after which it is inserted from the outside into the prepared hole.
- After that, from the inside you need to make a second lock nut.
- A fum tape should be wound on the free part of the thread and applied liberally.
- Then carefully tighten the connection.. This must be done with the application of force so that the wall is deformed at the place of compression.
- Now it remains only to fasten the shut-off valves to the drive and check the system's performance.
This completes the do-it-yourself drain tie-in process.
In a plastic barrel
Now consider how to embed a tap into a plastic barrel. It is best to perform this procedure with a heat gun and hot glue.
If there is no such tool, then tapping a tap into a plastic barrel can also be done using a threaded connection. The only thing, in this case, you need to take care of sealing the joint.
This is done as follows:
- As in the previous case, before inserting a crane into a plastic barrel, you need to outline and drill a hole. If the plastic is soft, the hole can be cut with scissors or a sharp knife.
- Then you need to prepare a mortise crane for a plastic barrel. To do this, on the side of the thread, you need to install a large metal washer and a waterproofing rubber gasket.
- Next, sealant must be applied to the gasket and washer, as shown in the photo.
- After that, the inlet pipe of the device must be inserted into the hole and, on the other hand, also put a rubber gasket and washer on the thread, treating the joint with a sealant.
- At the end of the work from the inside, you need to screw the nut onto the thread.
Often the container has a narrow neck, as a result of which it is impossible to screw the nut from the inside. In this case, you need a fitting with a flange on one side.
The work in this case is performed in the following order:
- First of all, you need to make a hole in the container according to the diameter of the fitting.
- Then the fitting must be fixed on a metal wire, which will allow it to be pushed into the hole from the inside of the canister through the neck and then pull out the wire. To do this, a limiter can be tied to the wire on one side.
In the photo - a fitting with a flange
- Before inserting the fitting into the hole, the place where the flange fits on the wall of the container must be lubricated with a sealant; a rubber gasket can also be used.
- Next, the wire is pushed through the neck into the hole and thus the fitting is pulled out. Holding it with a wire, a lock nut should be screwed onto the thread from the outside, having previously installed a rubber gasket and treated the junction with a sealant.
- At the end of the work on the fitting, it is necessary to screw the shut-off valves.
Advice!
To make the canister more convenient, a second neck can be cut into it, on the opposite side of the first.
In this case, the drainage of water will be carried out evenly.
This completes the embedding process.
Conclusion
Inserting a tap into a container does not require large expenditures of finances and effort, but at the same time makes it much more convenient to use. The only thing is that this operation should be performed carefully, adhering to the above recommendations, so as not to spoil the product.
From the video in this article, you can get some additional information on the designated topic.