How to Connect Water for Container Houses

The water supply for container houses is mainly achieved by connecting inlet pipes, outlet pipes, overflow pipes, drain pipes, etc. It is necessary to reasonably plan and install the pipelines according to the type of water tank and water demand.

Inlet Pipe Connection

The inlet pipe is the core pipeline for water supply in container houses, usually supplied by municipal water or a pump. A float valve needs to be installed on the inlet pipe to automatically control the water level in the water tank and prevent overflow. The inlet pipe is generally connected to the upper side of the water tank and tightly connected to the water tank interface through matching fittings to ensure tightness and prevent water leakage. If the water source pressure is insufficient, a booster pump can be considered to ensure stable water supply.

Outlet Pipe Connection

The outlet pipe is responsible for delivering water from the water tank to the user end, such as faucets and shower equipment. The outlet pipe should be connected to a position above the bottom of the water tank to avoid drawing in sediment from the bottom of the water tank and ensure clean water quality. The outlet pipe needs to be equipped with a gate valve or a check valve. The gate valve is used to control the water flow switch, and the check valve can prevent water from flowing back into the water tank, avoiding contamination of the water in the tank.

Overflow Pipe and Drain Pipe

• Overflow Pipe: The diameter is usually larger than that of the inlet pipe, with no valve control. One end is connected to the top of the water tank, and the other end is independently discharged to the drainage system. When the water level in the water tank exceeds the set height, water is discharged through the overflow pipe to prevent damage to the water tank due to excessive pressure. The overflow pipe and the inlet pipe should be kept at a certain distance to avoid direct impact of the incoming water on the overflow port.
• Drain Pipe: Connected to the bottom of the water tank, it is used to empty the water in the water tank for easy cleaning or maintenance. The drain pipe needs to be equipped with a valve, which is normally closed and opened when water needs to be drained. The drain pipe should be directly connected to the drainage system to ensure smooth drainage.

Other Pipes

• Vent Pipe: It ensures the balance of air pressure inside and outside the water tank and prevents the influence of negative pressure or siphonage on the water supply. The vent pipe is generally installed at the top of the water tank with the opening facing downwards to prevent rainwater or debris from entering.
• Water Level Signal Pipe: It is used to transmit water level information in the water tank to the monitoring point or connect to an electronic liquid level gauge to achieve automatic water level monitoring and alarm functions. The water level signal pipe is generally connected to different height positions on the side of the water tank to reflect different water level states.