How to run Plumming through pond liner? Help
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Any standard bulkhead fitting will get the job done. Just make sure the rubber O-ring is on the waterside.
They come in slip fit or threaded.
I have just got some 1 1/2" slip-slips from marine depot.
They come in slip fit or threaded.
I have just got some 1 1/2" slip-slips from marine depot.
Thanks for the info! I looked at the bulkhead. If i get the 1 1/2 one will the 1 1/2" pvc pipe fit into it on the water side? Or do i need to order a larger one. Also Should I use silicone to seal them as well or is the oring enough usually. I really don't want to have to deal with a leak.
The size listed is the size of pipe that fits in it.
For example I ordered 1 1/2" bulkheads. Standard 1 1/2" pipe fits in side. I had to drill a hole LARGER then 1 1/2 to fit the bulk head in. For Slip fit only. If it says threaded or FPT(female pipe thread) it will fit the threaded coupler of the listed size. i.e. 1 1/2" male pipe thread. Like my male thread to 1" barb fittings.
The O-ring is enough. Just make sure it's snug but don't over tighten it as that may crack it. Its the same type of O-ring set up that shower drains use in Millions of homes everyday, BUT using some silicone once everything is in place isn't a bad idea as silicone is cheap. Leaks can be expensive.
For example I ordered 1 1/2" bulkheads. Standard 1 1/2" pipe fits in side. I had to drill a hole LARGER then 1 1/2 to fit the bulk head in. For Slip fit only. If it says threaded or FPT(female pipe thread) it will fit the threaded coupler of the listed size. i.e. 1 1/2" male pipe thread. Like my male thread to 1" barb fittings.
The O-ring is enough. Just make sure it's snug but don't over tighten it as that may crack it. Its the same type of O-ring set up that shower drains use in Millions of homes everyday, BUT using some silicone once everything is in place isn't a bad idea as silicone is cheap. Leaks can be expensive.
Always nice to get things done in a timely fashion. Makes you feel like you accomplished something.
Get the bulkheads ordered then. They are only a few bucks each.
My neighbor built a pond and used bulkheads without issue. He has trout in it. But it's nearly an acre I think. 150 x 350 feet.
Get the bulkheads ordered then. They are only a few bucks each.
My neighbor built a pond and used bulkheads without issue. He has trout in it. But it's nearly an acre I think. 150 x 350 feet.