2025年2月28日 · P-trap is a p-shaped bend pipe used in drainpipes to connect your sink's drain directly to the sewer system or septic tank. In usual circumstances, p-traps always retain some water. They are made of cast-iron sheets or UPVC and have a robust water seal.

2022年3月9日 · P-traps, S-traps, straight-through traps, and bell traps are among the most common types of traps in plumbing. Options like bottle traps, drum traps, and gully traps also effectively retain water to prevent sewer odors from coming out.

In plumbing, a trap is a U-shaped portion of pipe designed to trap liquid or gas to prevent unwanted flow; most notably sewer gases from entering buildings while allowing waste materials to pass through.

2023年12月11日 · A simple device, a P-trap holds just enough water to create an airtight seal that prevents sewer gas from backing up into your home. As you run water down a drain, you’re continuously refilling that trap. This plumbing masterpiece has been in use for about 250 years. Here’s what you need to know about P-traps.

2021年10月20日 · The U-trap in the P-trap or J-trap captures a small amount of water that serves as a barrier to the sewer gas that wants to come back up the drain pipe. A secondary benefit of a trap under your sink is capturing small articles that may inadvertently go down the drain.

As a result, there should be a trap in the pipe that can be used to seal the drain. A net is installed in the gully trap to keep debris out. The water seal’s height in the gully trap is 60 and 70 mm. The plumbing traps are of high quality. A bent pipe is employed to create a water seal in any trap.

An attachment is fitted in a drainage system to stop foul gasses or air from the drain or sewer into the house, known as a trap or plumbing trap. The water present in the trap functions as a barrier to the way of foul air.

A specialized fitting called a p-trap creates a powerful barrier that stops sewer gas and odor from entering your home. The trap is employed in any plumbing system that uses a drain and accepts sanitary waste from tubs, showers and sinks.

2021年4月17日 · A plumbing trap is a critical component of plumbing systems, keeping things flowing (literally) and keeping you safe. They serve many functions, including preventing deep clogs and keeping unpleasant odors, insects, and sewer gases out of your home.

2024年10月4日 · In this article, we’ll guide you through the steps to replace a whole-house plumbing trap, ensuring your home’s plumbing system functions efficiently and safely. This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey demonstrates the process of replacing a corroded cast-iron pipe in a video.