What should be included in a cabin rainwater collection system?

The next thing you should include in your cabin rainwater collection system is a first flush system. What this does is give the first water that flows over your roof a place to go other than your storage containers.

What is the Uniclass code for rainwater outlets?

Uniclass L73144 CI/Sf6 S2 (52.5) November 2011 ACO Building Drainage Drainage Systems Product catalogue and specifiers design guide ACO Building Drainage Watertight Rainwater Outlets for Flat Roofs and Other Areas

What kind of Hopper head do I need for rainwater system?

Also suitable for adapting 100mm to 112mm half round Clip-master to Ogee cast aluminium adaptor (RGA4 [shown] & RGA5) Two piece pipe clip Hopper head (RH252) Designed with a curved front the RH252 hopper head is suitable for use with the 68mm circular or 65mm square downpipe.

Which is the best rainwater downpipe to install?

Downpipe: Colours available: 68mm 65mm Clip-master112 x 49mm nominal half round system Clip-master is a practical, easy to install PVCu nominal half round gutter system which is compatible with most other manufacturers’ half round systems. Clip-master can be installed using a notched or notchless joint. (see page 14-15 for full details).

Which is the best rainwater collection system?

Other rainwater collection systems are less rigid, such as giant bladder or bag-type containers designed to fit in the space under a house or deck. Some rain tank are available in BPA-free drinking-water grade plastic (further discussed in the contamination section to follow).

How big is a rainwater collection tank?

Rainwater collection tanks come in all shapes and sizes. Really! Some tanks have a classic cylinder shape, or some more angular, designed to fit into corners. Our 530-gallon slimline rain tanks look like giant Cheez-Its, with sections missing in the middle for structural support.

What kind of Bib do you need for rainwater tank?

For large tanks, a hose bib that you can connect a hose to is ideal. Made of a non-transparent material that does not allow sunlight through, unless you can completely cover it with a tarp (or paint) to block the sunlight. Sunlight + Water = Algae.

Where does the rainwater go in a tank?

An inlet or downspout to direct the rainwater into the tank, generally on top but covered with a screen. An outlet that allows you to dispense and use the collected rainwater, usually near the bottom.