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- The Importance of Effluent Filters in Septic Systems. An effluent filter is a slotted cylindrical piece that is fitted into a vertical pipe that is attached to the outlet of a septic system. It is designed to prevent solids in your septic tank from exiting into your leach field.
Where does an effluent filter go?
Effluent filters go in the tank and take the place of the exit baffle. Any water leaving the tank must first go through this filter. Effluent filters are designed to prevent larger solids from leaving the tank and plugging up the drainfield.
Where is a septic tank filter located?
Most septic tank filters are located inside of the baffle of the tank. For this reason the filters are very important, since they help regulate the flow to the area of drainage. The septic tank filters are very important in situations where waste is actually being delivered from the septic tank to the drainage area.
What is an effluent filter for septic tank?
Effluent filters are devices that can be affixed to outlets of septic tank and grease trap as pictured at right (Figure 1). The filter is a primary screening barrier designed to reduce the volume of solids passing out of the tank and through to the soil absorption system (SAS).
Do you need an effluent filter for septic tank?
The answer to the question “Do I need a septic tank filter?” is two-sided. Your septic will function normally without an effluent or wastewater filter. However, if your intentions are to reduce premature repair and replacement of the leach field, then you should definitely install an effluent/wastewater filter.
How often should I clean my effluent filter?
Under normal conditions, your effluent filter will function for several years before cleaning is necessary. At a minimum, the filter should be cleaned whenever the tank is pumped, at least every 3 to 5 years.
Does a septic tank need an inlet baffle?
Inlet baffles are needed for proper performance of the septic tank. Raw sewage from the residence is directed by the baffle downward into the middle zone of the septic tank. This means the effluent follows a tortuous path through the tank, which provides the necessary detention time for the larger solids to settle out.
How do you know if your septic tank has a filter?
Watch for signs that it might be time for cleaning. If the drains in your home seem sluggish or there is a gurgling noise coming from drains around your house, it could be the effluent filter. It may also be a sign that its time to have your septic tank pumped and cleaned if it has been a while.
Do all septic tanks have filters?
First, not all septic tanks have a filter, especially the older septic tanks. Now many government agencies require or recommend a filter when a septic tank is installed. Cleaning a septic tank filter is different than pumping out a septic tank and cleaning it.
What is a baffle on septic tank?
The inlet baffle directs the flow of wastewater into your septic tank, and prevents the scum layer in the tank from being disturbed. It also can help prevent solids from backing up toward the house if you should experience a septic system backup.
How do you clean a septic tank filter?
Inspect the modulating orifices and the vent hole to ensure there is no debris stuck in there. If you find any debris, spray it away with the hose. Replace the cartridge by placing it firmly into the saddle holes and then clean any spillages around the area. Close the septic tank lid.
How do you keep a septic tank filter from clogging?
One of the easiest ways that you can avoid clogging the effluent filters and having to call a plumber is to minimize the amount of solids that go into the septic tank. This means that you should really opt for tossing your food scraps into a compost bin rather than down the garbage disposal.
Do older septic tanks have filters?
4. Some old septic systems do not have filters. If you have an older septic tank, there may not be a filter. However, in most cases, you can and probably will want to install one.
What does a Zabel filter do?
The Zabel filter is also a simple installation / retrofit into a typical PVC tee outlet baffle and ensures that solids stay inside a septic tank, thereby extending the service life of an absorption field. It can be easily removed, periodically washed of debris and reinstalled in minutes.
Septic Tank Effluent Filter for Septic Systems from Septic Solutions, Inc.
Septic tank effluent filters are available for same-day shipment at no additional cost.
PL-122 Effluent Filter SystemExtend The Life of Your Drainfield
Specifications of the product
- 1500 gallons per day capacity
- Over 122 linear feet of 1/16-inch filtering surface
- During cleaning, the Flow Control Ball was used to shut off the effluent flow. A separate gas deflector ball allows effluent to reach the filter from all sides, while deflecting particles away from the filter. Modular design allows you to expand your filtration area by simply snapping two or more filters together
- It is also cost effective. It has been certified and approved by NSF/ANSI. Fits Schedule 40 or SDR-35 pipe up to 4 inches in diameter.
| Filters 1500 GPD24′ TALL BAFFLE Filter cartridge accepts 1/2′ PVC for handle (not included with filter) |
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PL-250 Effluent Filter SystemNEW PRODUCT! 6′ DIAMETER EFFLUENT FILTER
Specifications of the product
- The filter has a capacity of 3000 gallons per day and has a filtering area of almost 250 linear feet at 1/16 inch. A gasket seal on the filter prevents effluent bypass. It is quite simple to set up. It is simple to clean
- It has been certified and approved by NSF/ANSI. The baffle is designed to accommodate 3″ and 4″ Schedule 40 or SDR-35 discharge pipe
- The filter insert is designed to fit 6″ pipe alone.
| Filters 3000 GPD 22′ TALL BAFFLE Filter cartridge accepts 1′ PVC for handle (not included with filter) |
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PL-68 Effluent Filter SystemExtend The Life of Your Drainfield
Specifications of the product
- 800 gallons per day capacity
- Over 68 linear feet of 1/16″ filtering area
- Gasket closure prevents effluent passage
- It is quite simple to set up. It is simple to clean
- It has been certified and approved by NSF/ANSI. The baffle is designed to accommodate both 3″ and 4″ Schedule 40 or SDR-35 discharge pipe
- The filter insert is designed to fit only 4″ pipe. A snap-in gas/solids deflector is provided as an option.
| Filters 800 GPD22′ TALL BAFFLE Filter cartridge accepts 3/4′ PVC for handle (not included with filter) |
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Sim/Tech4″ SepticTank Bristle FilterBest Seller! Extend the life of your drainfield!
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- Filter with a diameter of 4 inches and a capacity of 1200 GPD (gallons per day). 185 square feet of 1/16-inch filter surface
- Design that is adaptable for ease of installation and maintenance
- Handle made of wire for simple removal and insertion
- Fits all sizes and shapes of 4″ pipe
- A non-directional bristle design is used to ensure that effluent is not confined in its flow. When a filter is constructed properly, it provides a debris separation gap that naturally separates debris according to size and mass, ensuring even filter usage over a long period of time and maximizing circular flow.
| Filters 1200 GPD22′ TALL BAFFLE |
All septic tank effluent filters are shipped out the same day, free of charge.
POLYLOK GAS/SOLIDS DEFLECTORCONNECTS TO THE PL-68 AND STF-110-FH TEE BAFFLES
This gas deflector is intended to be used in conjunction with our PL-68 and STF-110-FHTee gas deflectors. When the outlet pipe is blocked, rising gas bubbles that transport microscopic solid particles will not be able to exit and reach the septic tankfield. It just clicks onto the bottom of the shirt, and that is all there is to it. Specifications of the product
- PL-68 and STF-110-FH Tee Baffles are compatible with this product
- It deflects suspended solids from exiting the septic tank and reduces clogging of the Effluent Filter and Drain Field Soil. Installation is simple and straightforward, and there are no parts to maintain.
| PREVENTSOLIDS FROM PLUGGING YOUR EFFLUENT FILTER OR DRAINFIELD! |
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BEST GF10 effluent filterRATED TO FILTER 3000 GPD AT1/16′
Although the Best GF10 filter traps solids, its unique conical shape design allows undesirable material to flow over the plates and back into the tank, allowing the filter to perform even better. The filter’s housing is composed of impact-resistant plastic and is one piece in construction. The GF10-16 is capable of treating up to 3000 gallons per day at a filtration rate of 1/16 inch. Specifications of the product
- Designed to filter 3000 GPD (gallons per day)
- Has almost 260 linear feet of 1/16″ filtration
- Has an open bottom inlet that allows material to fall back into the tank. Direct attachment to 4″ SCH 40 PVC pipe
- Hubs molded into the baffle for optional bottom and side support
- Easy to install with no special tools or equipment. It is simple to clean. Service life that is long
| Filters 3000 Gallons Per DayDimensions: 12′ W x 18′ T LOW MAINTENANCE! LONG SERVICELIFE BETWEEN FILTER CLEANINGS!EASY INSTALLATION! ATTACHESTO ANY 4′ PVC OUTLET PIPE |
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BEST GF10 effluent filterRATED TO FILTER 3000 GPD AT1/32′
Although the Best GF10 filter traps solids, its unique conical shape design allows undesirable material to flow over the plates and back into the tank, allowing the filter to perform even better. The filter’s housing is composed of impact-resistant plastic and is one piece in construction. The GF10-32 is capable of treating up to 3000 gallons per day at a filtration rate of 1/32 inch. Specifications of the product
- It is rated to filter 2500 GPD (gallons per day)
- It has more than 260 linear feet of 1/16″ filtering
- The open bottom inlet allows material to fall back into the tank. Direct attachment to 4″ SCH 40 PVC pipe
- Hubs molded into the baffle for optional bottom and side support
- Easy to install with no special tools or equipment. It is simple to clean. Service life that is long
| Filters 2500 Gallons Per DayDimensions: 12′ W x 18′ T LOW MAINTENANCE! LONG SERVICELIFE BETWEEN FILTER CLEANINGS!EASY INSTALLATION! ATTACHESTO ANY 4′ PVC OUTLET PIPE |
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Sim/Tech 7 ” SepticTank Bristle FilterExtend the life of your drainfield!
Specifications of the product
- Filter with a 6″ diameter and a filtering capacity of 4000 GPD (gallons per day). Design that is adaptable for ease of installation and maintenance
- Handle made of wire for simple removal and insertion
- Fits all 6″ pipe sizes and shapes. A non-directional bristle design is used to ensure that effluent is not confined in its flow. When a filter is constructed properly, it provides a debris separation gap that naturally separates debris according to size and mass, ensuring even filter usage over a long period of time and maximizing circular flow.
| Filters 4000 Gallons Per Day Filter is Approx. 23′ Tall |
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Observer 500 Effluent Filter AlarmFor PL-122 and Bear Onsite Effluent Filters
Whenever the Effluent Filter Alarm is activated, you will be notified that the filter has become clogged and needs to be serviced. In addition to the Polylok PL-122 Effluent Filter, this model is compatible with all Bear Onsite ML3 Filters. Specifications of the product
- You should be aware of when your effluent filter requires maintenance
- By signaling a clogged filter, this feature helps to prevent system backup. Fits all Bear Onsite ML3 filters, including the Model PL-122. Alarm Box with Waterproof Rating for the Outdoors
- A red light and an audible buzzer (85 dBA at 10 feet) are provided. Alarm Test, Mute, and Normal Switches are included. 15-foot Verticle Reed Sensor Switch
- 120-volt, 60-cycle power supply
All Effluent Filters and Accessories are available for same-day shipping at no additional cost.
Polylok Extend ‘n Lok™
When the inlet or exit pipes aren’t long enough to accommodate the effluent filtertee or baffle, this is utilized to prolong the length of the pipes. Simply hammer the PVC friction fit into place, and the filter can be placed and centered beneath the riser with relative ease. Product Specifications: AVAILABILITY: IN STOCKFeatures of the Product
- Centers filter or tee beneath riser (model 30131-TL for 3″ pipe, model 30130-TL for 4″ pipe)
- Installation is simple
- No glue is required.
| Polylok Extend ‘n LokApproximately 8.57″in length |
Septic Tank Effluent Filters for Septic Systems
Septic Solutions® is your one-stop shop for a wide variety of effluent filters for septic tanks and other sewage treatment systems. Gravity Effluent Filters are a type of device that is meant to extend the life of your drainfield by preventing sediments from leaving the septic tank and entering the drainfield.
These filters are capable of operating successfully for several years or more before they must be removed and cleaned. Clean the device every time the tank is pumped, or at the very least once every three years, according to the manufacturer’s recommendations.
Septic Solutions® is your one-stop shop for a wide variety of effluent filters for septic tanks and other sewage treatment systems. Gravity Effluent Filters are a type of device that is meant to extend the life of your drainfield by preventing sediments from leaving the septic tank and entering the drainfield. These filters are capable of operating successfully for several years or more before they must be removed and cleaned. Clean the device every time the tank is pumped, or at the very least once every three years, according to the manufacturer’s recommendations.
SEPTIC TANK FILTER
With our wastewater products, Septic Solutions has placed a strong emphasis on quality and innovation for almost three decades. Our septic tank effluent filters are excellent examples of how innovation and high quality can coexist in the same product. There is a gravity effluent filter for virtually every use. Our gravity effluent filters can handle flows ranging from 800 GPD to 10,000 GPD, and they are available in 1/16″ and 1/32″ filtering, assuring we have a filter for nearly any application.
Residential Grade Septic Tank Filters
The PL-68 is much more than simply an effluent filter; it is also a water treatment system. The housing can alternatively be utilized as an inlet baffle or an exit baffle, depending on the application. In order to keep gas bubbles away from the tee and solids in the tank, the housing is designed to take Polylok’s snap in gas deflector, which can be installed in seconds.
Sim/Tech STF-110 Effluent Filter – 1200 Gallons Per Day
The Sim/Tech bristle filters provide exceptional filtering for the removal of tissue, hair, lint, and the majority of other solids present in waste water. With its flexible form, the STF-110 bristle filter may be readily installed in any existing 4″ pipe or baffle, and it is also very simple to maintain!
Heavy Residential / Light Commercial Grade Septic Tank Filters
The PL-122 was the first Polylok filter to be produced. It was the first septic tank filter on the market to have an automatic shut-off ball, which was included with every filter at the time of purchase. When the filter is removed for routine maintenance, the ball will float to the top of the tank, preventing any particles from exiting down the drain.
Polylok PL-250 Effluent Filter – 3000 Gallons Per Day
There are several types of effluent filters available, but the most sophisticated is the PL-250 Effluent Filter System, which is built with a huge capacity and can filter up to 3000 Gallons per day.
Best Technologies GF Series Effluent Filters – 3000 Gallons Per Day
The GF10 filter’s exterior is comprised of a single piece of plastic. This structure has no joints and no glue to keep it all together, which allows it to be extremely strong. Due to the fact that it is composed of impact resistant plastic, it can sustain rigorous treatment without breaking.
Commercial Grade Septic Tank Filters
According to its rating of 10,000 GPD, it is one of the most powerful filters available in its price range. In addition to having 525 linear feet of 1/16″ filtration, it also features the same automatic shut-off ball as the smaller PL-122 model. With a filtering rating of 1/32″, the PL-625 is an excellent choice for grease trap applications.
Automated Flow Systems (AFS) Septic Tank Assembly 1500 gallon, single compartment, with discharge
AFS Septic Tank Assemblies are ideally suited for use in on-site wastewater treatment systems because they allow for the specification, delivery, and installation of a complete septic tank, effluent filter, and effluent pump system in a convenient manufactured package that can be transported by light truck and installed by a backhoe or small excavator in a single operation. Because all of the components are intended to function together, there will be no time-consuming and expensive delays on the construction site caused by attempting to connect incompatible components.
AFSTA1500PVU Septic Tank Assembly Options
- Selectable discharge size
- AFS Ribbed Risers and Lids: 18″-48″ in height
- The P-Series High Head Effluent Pump from Orenco Systems® Inc.
- A 1/8″ mesh effluent filter cartridge (which is good for dosing drip fields)
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- There is a selection in the discharge size
- AFS Ribbed Risers and lids have heights ranging from 18″ to 48″
- There is a selection in the discharge size
- P-Series High Head Effluent Pump from Orenco Systems®, Inc. Effluent filter cartridge with 1/8″ mesh (excellent for dosing drip fields)
Guide for Septic Tank Replacement
As an integral part of your home’s wastewater treatment system, your septic tank cannot be overlooked. Its principal function is to collect and hold all of the wastewater created in your home for a period of at least 24 hours, according to the manufacturer: If the particles contained in the wastewater are heavier than water, they will settle to the tank bottom (forming the sludge layer), or they will rise to the top of the tank if they are lighter than water (forming the scum layer), during the retention period (the scum layer).
It is the liquid in the clear zone (the space between the sludge and scum layers) that is released from the septic tank to other components of system and eventually to the drainfield.
It is necessary to pump the tank at regular intervals in order to remove the particles before they are released from the tank and cause damage to the drainfield or other important system components.
Septic tanks (particularly those built of metal) can degrade over time to the point that they are no longer watertight and/or structurally unsound, and therefore must be replaced. When the septic tank has reached the end of its useful life, it must be removed and replaced.
Septic tank selection
- When serving a single family house, a septic tank with a minimum volume of 1,000 gallons is required
- A home with more than 4 bedrooms must utilize a tank with a minimum volume of 1,500 gallons is required. The tank must be on the Department of Environmental Quality’s list of approved tanks and distribution units. You should be aware that some DEQ-approved tanks may not be acceptable for your location due to the quality of the groundwater
Septic tank placement for systems that were built after June of 1977
Each tank manufacturer has created an installation guide that contains step-by-step instructions for assembling the tank of that particular manufacturer. It is critical that the manufacturer’s instructions are strictly followed in order to ensure that the tank stays structurally sound and watertight once it has been installed in the ground. The tank’s site must be excavated to a depth that is sufficient to hold the tank.
Setting the Tank
To ensure a firm leveling basis, bedding material (for example, pea gravel) is placed in the bottom of the excavation before it is filled in with dirt. The tank must be level from side to side and from end to end before it can be used. Once the tank has been installed, it is necessary to estimate the depth of excavation in order to ensure that the building sewage pipe can retain the minimum and maximum grade specified by the plumbing code once it is linked to the tank inlet fitting.
Gravity or Pump
Bedding material (for example, pea gravel) is deposited at the bottom of the excavation to produce a leveling base that is both sturdy and leveling. Side-to-side and end-to-end levelness are required for the tank. Once the tank has been installed, it is necessary to estimate the depth of the excavation in order to ensure that the building sewage pipe can retain the minimum and maximum grade specified by the plumbing code once it is linked to the tank inlet fitting.
Septic tank placemement for systems that were built before July of 1977
If it is practically practicable, the tank placement must conform to the same rules for installation as those stated above for systems constructed after June 1977, unless an exception is made. Clackamas County has discovered that certain septic systems constructed prior to July 1977 do not have adequate fall between the septic tank and the drainfield to fulfill the current Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) requirements. When this minimum elevation difference cannot be attained, it is feasible to comply with the DEQ regulation by employing a pump to elevate septic tank effluent to the drainfield; however, this would result in a large increase in the cost of the drainfield installation.
- The system must have been installed prior to July 1977, and it must have been substantially in compliance with the standards in effect at the time of installation. The system provides service to a single family dwelling that is owned by the homeowner
- The septic tank installer must inspect and verify that the effluent sewer pipe connecting the septic tank and the drainfield has a minimum of two inches of downward slope
- If the property owner(s) believes that the installation of a pump (along with other necessary components) to lift septic tank effluent to the drainfield is an unreasonable requirement, the property owner(s) must submit a signed affidavit on a County form stating that he/she understands that the useful life of the system may be significantly reduced if the pump is not installed. Furthermore, the property owner(s) agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the county, its employees, and agents in the event that the system fails or otherwise fails to perform in a satisfactory manner.
Maintain Setbacks
The replacement of a septic tank must comply with prescribed minimum setbacks from buildings, property lines, wells, and other structures that may be present on the landform if it is reasonably practicable to do this. Please see the attachment for a table with the minimum separation distances. It is necessary to acquire written consent from the County before putting the tank in a location other than the one stated in the table if you conclude that the tank needs to be closer to an item other than the one listed in the table.
Service Access Riser and Cover Requirement
The replacement of a septic tank must comply with specified minimum setbacks from buildings, property lines, wells, and other elements that may be present on the landform if it is reasonably practicable to achieve this. You may find a list of the minimum separation distances in the table attached below.
It is necessary to seek written consent from the County before putting the tank in a location other than the one specified in the table if you conclude that the tank needs to be placed closer to an item than what is listed in the table.
Septic Tank Anti-Flotation Requirement
A septic tank that is installed in a site where there is a groundwater table present at any time of the year may be needed to have anti-flotation devices installed in order to prevent flooding. It is possible that the requirement for anti-flotation will not become obvious until after the tank has been installed and examined by the County. If anti-flotation measures are necessary, the tank maker has developed a set of instructions to be followed. Please be advised that certain septic tanks cannot be utilized in situations where the groundwater level rises over the level of the septic tank’s bottom, for safety reasons.
Connection to Existing System
It is necessary to expose the connecting point between the tank and the absorption system so that it may be inspected. Finding and exposing the first box of a serial system, the distribution box of an equal distribution system, the connecting point to an existing drywell, or the transition from effluent sewage line to absorption trench in older systems without a box are all necessary steps in this procedure.
Testing the tank for leakage
After the septic tank has been installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, it must be inspected to ensure that it is watertight in accordance with the test protocol set by the Department of Environmental Quality.
- The tank must be filled with water to a level that is 2 inches higher than the point at which the riser connects to the top of the tank in order for it to function properly. CAUTION: If the TANK is filled with water to a level greater than 2 inches over the RISER/TANK TOP JOINT, the TANK may get damaged. Make a permanent mark on the water lever, the time, the date, and your initials with a permanent marker
- After 24 hours, check the level of the water in the tank. The reason of the loss must be identified and corrected if it has lost more than one inch throughout the course of the testing period. Before summoning the County for an inspection, the tank must successfully pass the water test. Please do not remove or add any water to the tank during or after the 24 hour test to allow the inspector to assess the tank properly.
Tank Decommissioning
The tank that has been replaced must be decommissioned in compliance with the criteria specified by the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ). To completely remove the septage, the tank must be pumped by a professional sewage disposal service pumping service. The tank must subsequently be removed from the land and properly disposed of, or it must be refilled with reject sand or bar-run gravel, depending on the circumstances. The tank installer must provide to the county a Tank Decommissioning Certificate that has been completed as well as a receipt for the pumping.
