Support for drain pipes

[GOSKN5]

On an external overflow, what is the best way to support the drain pipes? Is it necessary? Thanks

 

[dansreef]

I use pvc pipe for my plumbing. No knowing your set up... I would support to take stress off any connection you can. That is not always possible. My pipes run down the back of my 180, down through the stand, through the floor to the basement below. I have supports all over. I use basic pipe hangers or straps I have fashioned out of all sorts of materials. I even have used very large zip ties. The whole idea is to take any unneeded stress off of connections that are potential failure points as well as elbows and T's.

Is it overkill. Probably. I am sure some plumber will say it is not necessary. If you take a thoughtful approach, then you are adding good insurance from potential failure.

My two cents worth.

 

[tom39]

On an external overflow, what is the best way to support the drain pipes? Is it necessary? Thanks

Got any pics? Size of pipe? Which type or style of overflow?

 

[GOSKN5]

It's an Eshopps Eclipse.. the Large version so three 1" drains that are roughly 4 feet long each to sump..

 

[bblumberg]

I like these clamps. Screw to stand and press pipes in.

https://www.walraven.com/int/products/clamps/

There are other brands like this one that go up to several inches in diameter.

 

[Water Dog]

You can get them at BRS too...

https://www.bulkreefsupply.com/sm-clamp-for-pvc-pipe.html

 

[maroun.c]

I always add any suppirt be it pipe clamps or a simple zip tie tonsupport tubing to relieve pressure from bulkhead, as well as on any non supported pipe span.

 

[Saveafish]

Mine hang into the basement. This should help.