12 best siphons

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Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

The siphon is the link between plumbing and sewerage. The siphon consists of two threaded nozzles and a design that ensures a constant amount of water is retained inside. If you connect a sink or bathroom to pipes without this element, then unpleasant odors will begin to seep into the room. To help with the choice, we offer a rating of the best siphons, prepared based on customer reviews and analysis of product characteristics. TOP-12 is divided into categories so that it is convenient to go directly to the desired view for specific tasks.

How to choose a siphon

Since there are a large number of siphons, in order not to get confused, we propose to consider the main selection criteria. This will help you better understand the benefits of certain products, as well as the specifics of the installation. Siphons are chosen by looking at:

  1. Connection and drain diameters. The thread of the plumbing fitting must match the pitch and diameter at the installation site. The second edge of the siphon, installed in the sewer, must fit in diameter to the collector tee.
  2. Product material. Siphons are made of plastic and polypropylene. It's cheap, but not aesthetically pleasing. Plastic threads may break if tightened too tightly. Brass and stainless steel siphons are more durable and stronger, but they are expensive to purchase.
  3. The height of the nozzle. It is important that the upper connection pipe can be adjusted in height. Then it will be easy to combine plumbing with sewerage. Without adjustment, exact dimensions are required with an error of no more than 2-3 mm.
  4. The possibility of blocking the drain. When choosing a siphon, it is worth considering the mechanism for closing the drain (for washing and rinsing dishes, bathing, washing). This can be done manually (with a plug) or automatically (with a button, a cable). The latter option is more convenient, but more expensive.
  5. Overflow presence. The second hole located at the top of the plumbing. Designed to control the level of the collected liquid. Such a design is worth looking for for a bathtub and deep shower tray.
  6. Dimensions. Siphons can be from 50 to 400 mm in height, which affects the required installation space. Compact models are required under the bathroom or shower tray. For a sink in the kitchen or bathroom, this is not important.
  7. Possibility of cleaning. Debris accumulates in the siphon, which narrows the permeability. Periodic maintenance requires removal of the part and cleaning. If a special settling flask is provided for this, then the removal of sludge will be easier. Otherwise, you will have to unwind the knee completely. The option with a sump is convenient if a jewel (an earring, a carnation from the nose) has fallen into the sewer. It will not go further into the pipe.

Rating of the best siphons

Nomination a place Name of product price
Best sink siphons 1 Hansgrohe Flowstar S 52105000 RUB 4,950
2 GEBERIT 151.035.21.1 RUB 2,139
3 AlcaPLAST A401 RUB 2 030
4 Viega 5755 366 681 RUB 1,099
5 AlcaPLAST A41 321 RUB
Best shower siphons 1 AlcaPlast (A49K) (90 mm) RUB 1 169
2 Radaway (R399) (90mm) 2 376 RUB
3 WIRQUIN James 50mm Drain 40mm 893 r
The best bath siphons 1 Grohe Talentofill (28990000) RUB 7,236
2 WIRQUIN SB600 RUB 2,991
3 AlcaPLAST A504KM RUB 1,904
4 ANI Plast E155 320 RUB

Best sink siphons

The easiest way to find a sink siphon is that there is always enough space under the sink. Here is a list of the best products in this category that will come in handy in the kitchen, bathroom, office and medical offices.

Hansgrohe Flowstar S 52105000

Rating: 4.9

HANSGROHE FLOWSTAR S 52105000

The first place in the rating is occupied by a product from a German manufacturer. The Hansgrohe brand is renowned worldwide for its quality, which is also confirmed by this sink siphon. The element is made of cast brass and plated with chrome. The design is fully protected from corrosion and is designed to last up to 50 years, which the owners like in the reviews. An immersion tube with adjustable height from 6 to 16 cm is provided for easy installation, so connection does not take longer than 5 minutes. A twist-off plug is provided to clean the sump from below. Siphon dimensions are 280×330 mm. The connection is designed for a G 1 ¼ thread.

The product was ranked for its minimalist design. A slim flask looks stylish under a narrow sink. The decorative reflector has a diameter of 7.2 cm, so it will even cover a hole cut with a margin in the tile, through which the outlet into the sewer is connected. This is the best siphon for surface mounting, for example in a dental office.

Advantages

  • made of brass;
  • chrome plated;
  • the height of the branch pipe is adjustable from 6 to 16 cm;
  • stylish design.

disadvantages

  • high price;
  • when washing the siphon, stains remain on it;
  • it is necessary to carefully tighten the brass nuts – they may burst.

GEBERIT 151.035.21.1

Rating: 4.8

GEBERIT 151.035.21.1

The second place in the rating is taken by a siphon for a bottle-type sink from a Swiss brand. The drain pipe in it has a diameter of 40 mm and is equipped with a mirror plate. The dimensions of the structure are 17×30 cm. The odor trap is equipped with a cleaning plug that can be unscrewed from the bottom. The manufacturer provides a 10-year warranty for the product. The pipe into the collector is made with a length of 30 cm and can be cut in any area, therefore this model is suitable for large types of plumbing with a long-distance sink bowl. To prevent leaks, the design includes particularly soft and at the same time elastic seals, which plumbers like in reviews.

The place in the rating is given to the product for its expensive look and the price is two times lower than that of the TOP-12 leader. The model copies stainless steel structures due to the chrome coating, but is made of plastic. This allows it to be installed in an open way (without hiding it in the closet). The siphon is also distinguished by a vertical pipe, 220 mm long, which opens up wide possibilities for mounting height relative to the sink.

Advantages

  • high-quality coverage;
  • exact dimensions;
  • after installation, there is no backlash and leakage;
  • adjustable height up to 22 cm.

disadvantages

  • washers can be overtightened during installation;
  • hands slip when assembling.

AlcaPLAST A401

Rating: 4.7

ALCAPLAST A401

The third place in the rating is given to a creative model with a faceted design. The siphon is equipped with a water seal, measuring 7.2×4.5×4.5 cm. It is convenient to drain sludge through the bottom plug and remove debris. The system itself has dimensions of 24×26.5 cm, which users like in the reviews. All connections are cast in brass and finished in chrome. The connection is made through a tube with a diameter of 32 mm. The distance from the connection line to the sink is adjustable from 6.5 to 16.5 cm. The bottle configuration saves space and ensures that bad odors are reliably kept out of the drain. The kit already contains all the necessary seals, so installation does not take much time.

This product in the ranking is a compromise of build quality and price. The plumbing structure is cast in brass and plated with chrome, but at the same time it costs much less than other options from the same materials. The siphon is also distinguished by a four-sided design, which can be traced in the lines of the water seal and reflector. These elements have a clear square structure and are perfect for similar faceted sinks.

Advantages

  • reflector 6.5×6.5 cm well closes the hole in the wall;
  • reliably keeps unpleasant odors;
  • durable components made of stainless steel;
  • presentable view for surface mounting.

disadvantages

  • due to the smooth surface, it is inconvenient to tighten the nuts tightly;
  • dried streaks are visible on the case;
  • adds 1.2 kg to the sink.

Viega 5755 366 681

Rating: 4.6

VIEGA 5755 366 681

The fourth place in the rating is given to the siphon with a streamlined design. The bottle design is also cast from brass and decorated with chrome plating. The owners in the reviews note that if the product is not subjected to mechanical shock (during transportation or installation), then chrome serves for a long time and will not peel off. The plumbing element is installed in the sink by pulling off a long screw. The perforated socket is made of stainless steel and does not corrode. The thickness of the upper edge of the rosette is 1 mm, so the part does not protrude above the surface of the funnel and passes all the contents well. To decorate the hole in the wall, a round-shaped mirror reflector is provided, tapering to a cone.

The model is included in the rating due to its particularly easy installation by hand. Unlike other reviewers, in the siphon, the manufacturer has provided relief points in three rows, applied to the nuts. This ensures good finger engagement and secure assembly of the sliding parts so that no leakage occurs later. As a bonus, a rubber stopper is attached to the siphon, so the hostess can close the drain and draw water into the sink for various needs.

Advantages

  • maintains standard dimensions when passing hot water;
  • robust construction;
  • easy assembly by hand;
  • the presence of a plug for a set of water.

disadvantages

  • it is inconvenient to unscrew the sump flask;
  • the decorative rosette is small, so a minimum hole in the wall is required for the pipe outlet.

AlcaPLAST A41

Rating: 4.5

ALCAPLAST A41

The siphon from AlcaPlast from the budget segment closes our rating category. The product is made of polypropylene with white pigment. Due to the manufacture of plastic, it is not recommended to install the model in an open way and you will also have to organize a curbstone that hides the siphon. The kit includes a long screw for tightening the socket and drain. Its dimensions make it possible to install the siphon on a ceramic or stainless steel sink with a neck thickness of up to 6 cm. The bottle design saves space under the sink and reliably holds the return passage of gases. To make the plastic nuts easier to twist, the manufacturer has equipped them with rare embossed strips.

The main advantage for which the siphon is included in the rating of the best is its price, the most affordable in the category. Despite the budget, the model is equipped with a rubber stopper. The socket for installation in the sink is made of stainless steel. The height adjustment of the part is ahead of some of the rating participants and ranges from 8.5 to 19 cm, which users like in the reviews.

Advantages

  • stainless socket;
  • long tie bolt for easy installation;
  • affordable price;
  • high quality rubber seals.

disadvantages

  • ugly decorative wall overlay;
  • hands slip when assembling;
  • plastic nuts can burst from overtightening;
  • the dust settling is easily visible against the white background.

Best shower siphons

When installing a shower tray, there is little space left between the floor and the drain hole of the tank, so here you need compact models in height. The diameter of the hole in the shower is also different from the sink (increased throughput is required), which requires specific siphons, the rating of which is presented below.

AlcaPlast (A49K) (90 mm)

Rating: 4.9

ALCAPLAST (A49K) (90 MM)

The first place in the rating in the category of shower traps is taken by a product in the Hi-tech style. It is a compact siphon made of plastic, but the upper part, in contact with the water in the sump, is painted with chrome. From the outside, it looks like alloy steel. Suitable for shower trays with a 90 mm drain hole. The manufacturer provides a 2-year warranty for the product. The connection to the sewer is carried out from the side, which is convenient for low pallets and is liked by buyers in reviews. In one minute, up to 43 liters of liquid is passed through the pipe, so the user will not stand in a puddle. The tightness of the communications is ensured by two high quality sealing rubber bands.

The product has been added to the rating of the best due to the original decorative rosette, which creates the illusion of the integrity of the bottom of the pallet. At the top, the part has five minimum openings, which, in fact, serve for the passage of air. The main drain is carried out through side entrances, hidden from human eyes. This shape has an attractive appearance and effectively retains dropped jewelry.

Advantages

  • good rubber seals;
  • chrome plated socket;
  • compact height 84 mm;
  • stylish look.

disadvantages

  • no removable bowl for quick cleaning;
  • the plastic nut slides in the hand when tightened;
  • high cost for plastic.

Radaway (R399) (90mm)

Rating: 4.8

RADAWAY (R399) (90 MM)

The second place in the rating is given to goods from a Polish manufacturer of sanitary ware. The siphon is made of plastic with a glossy surface. But the main receiving part is made of stainless steel. The connection to the shower tray is carried out not with one, but with three screws at once, which the owners like in the reviews for their reliability. A water baffle is installed on top to prevent drops from directly entering the drain and splashing back onto a person from there. The edge of the plate on the rosette is decorated with a laser-engraved lettering, which indicates the Polish brand and serves as an additional decoration.

The experts included the siphon in the rating because of the more convenient form of connection to the sewer line in the house. The model has a short straight exit and is complemented by a 45 degree bent pipe. This allows easy installation on either side of a similar manifold tee. Another advantage of the siphon is the expansion of the outlet pipe from 40 to 50 mm in diameter. This size is the standard for plastic sewer pipes, and installation does not require additional adapters.

Advantages

  • 3 year warranty;
  • no adapters are required to connect to the sewer;
  • alloy steel top cover;
  • secure fixation with three screws.

disadvantages

  • high price;
  • very smooth surface of nuts without relief;
  • a tool is required for installation;
  • during installation, it is easy to skew the case and provoke a leak.

WIRQUIN James 50mm Drain 40mm

Rating: 4.7

WIRQUIN JAMES 50MM DRAIN 40 MM

The last category of the rating is a product from a domestic manufacturer. It is designed for a shower tray hole diameter of 50 mm. Tight mounting is ensured by a tight elastic band pressed by a stainless metal rosette. The gasket is self-centering here, so it is impossible to skew. A feature of the siphon is a built-in filter that traps hair and other debris well, which is what the owners like in reviews. Although the presence of the barrier requires periodic maintenance (disassembly and cleaning), it will prevent clogging further down the manifold, which is much more difficult to remove.

According to our experts, the model deserves a place in the rating due to the rotating body part. Rotation is possible 360 ​​degrees, which allows the drain tube to be directed to any side at different angles. In this position, the siphon flows up to 30 l / min. If the shower tray is high, then a vertical drainage arrangement is possible, contributing to a flow rate of up to 56 l / min.

Advantages

  • stainless funnel;
  • built-in filter;
  • pipe exit to any side (sideways, downwards);
  • the price is cheaper than other models;
  • high throughput of 30-56 liters in 1 minute.

disadvantages

  • most of the plastic;
  • not very attractive appearance in the pallet;
  • to get the filter, you have to unscrew the socket.

The best bath siphons

For a bath, the siphon must necessarily contain an overflow in the design, since the container is used not only for a shower, but also for filling. Overflow will prevent liquid from flowing out of the bath rim. Another important element is the closing of the filling drain. Here is a ranking of the various popular options for products in this category.

Grohe Talentofill (28990000)

Rating: 4.9

GROHE TALENTOFILL (28990000)

In the first place of the rating is the German super equipped model. The sanitary unit belongs to the Talento collection. Suitable for bath tubs with a drain hole of 50 mm. Most of the elements are made of polypropylene, but the key parts (threaded pipe to the water supply and socket) are cast from alloy steel. The dimensions of the model are 52×29 mm. The siphon is completed with a drain arc with a bend at 45 degrees, which expands the options on the side of the outlet and connection to the sewer. Owners in reviews love the stylish vertical panel with the brand's logo, which serves as an additional decoration.

The product was included in the rating for its equipment. It includes a channel for connecting a water supply system, so an additional tap is not needed to the bath – water is supplied from a nozzle in the overflow. The model also has a semi-automatic valve for closing the drain, which is triggered by turning a round switch on the side of the bath. This does not require additional plugs and makes it easy to collect and drain water.

Advantages

  • 5-year manufacturer's warranty;
  • high-quality German assembly;
  • stainless steel socket and water connections;
  • there is a height adjustment;
  • drain arc 45 degrees included.

disadvantages

  • high price;
  • most of the parts are made of plastic;
  • no sludge receiver – cleaning only by disassembling the knee.

WIRQUIN SB600

Rating: 4.8

WIRQUIN SB600.jpg

The second place in the rating was taken by a budget model made entirely of polypropylene. The siphon consists of a vertical column, the drain neck of which is decorated with a chrome trim plate. From the side it seems that it is stainless. A curved pipe is attached to the rack from below, which acts as a water seal. The overflow is supplied from the other side by means of a corrugation. The siphon is designed for baths with a hole diameter of 40 mm. The owners in the reviews like the compactness of the model, whose dimensions are 143×100 mm. It fits easily under the lowest bathtub. In terms of the girth thickness, the double-sided siphon clamp is suitable for a maximum bath section of 16 mm, so it will easily become not only steel, but also cast iron products.

We turned our attention to the siphon because the arched elbow is optimally designed for cleaning. To remove the settled debris, it is enough to unscrew the upper nut (in other models without a drain flask, two nuts are unscrewed at once). This will allow maintenance and good throughput.

Advantages

  • easy installation of the overflow thanks to the flexible hose;
  • the nuts have high raised protrusions for easy rotation and tight connection;
  • overflow is decorated with an aesthetic overlay;
  • there is a clamping nut for tight connection of the sewer pipe.

disadvantages

  • the nuts are difficult to tighten along the thread;
  • may leak due to burrs in the casting – you will need to grind them off with a file;
  • chrome on the outlet begins to climb in a couple of years;
  • no plug included.

AlcaPLAST A504KM

Rating: 4.7

ALCAPLAST A504KM

Our rating is continued by a siphon with a neat design, where only two mirror washers on the drain and overflow are available to the user's eyes. The intake holes are located under them and do not frighten the person taking a bath with their 'bowels'. The tubular structure has a corrugated hose to connect the two parts. The siphon is designed for installation in a drain hole up to 70 mm, leaving 50 mm free. In terms of thickness, the crimp will be installed on the cross-section of the bath up to 16 mm. The tube into the manifold has been expanded to a standard size to dispense with adapters.

We have added the siphon to the rating of the best, as the optimal one in terms of price and quality. The cost of several thousand rubles is fully justified by the presence of an automatic click-clak valve, which many users like in reviews. This design does not require the use of an additional cork on the chain, spoiling the look of the bath. The owner only needs to press on the mirrored drain cover and it will close, which will allow the container to flow. Pressing it again will open the path for fluid removal.

Advantages

  • average price;
  • chrome-plated parts in contact with water;
  • turn of the outlet pipe in any direction.

disadvantages

  • to clean the water seal, you need to unscrew two nuts;
  • the maximum height between drain and overflow cannot be more than 370 mm.

ANI Plast E155

Rating: 4.6

ANI PLAST E155

The rating of the best siphons for a bath is closed by a budget model from a domestic manufacturer. Naturally, all buyers in reviews like its price, which is ten times more affordable than the leaders of the rating. The siphon is made of plastic, and the two sockets in contact with water are made of stainless steel. They are tightened with simple screws using a screwdriver. The manufacturer tried to create a stylistic unity by making the cork and overflow seal in blue rubber. To prevent the plug from getting lost, a neat chain with ball-like links is provided. The siphon is suitable for baths with a hole diameter of 70 mm. In terms of installation height, the structure takes only 124 mm, so it can be mounted to plumbing fixtures with low legs.

Although the model is budgetary, it has what others do not have – a corrugated pipe for entering the manifold. The part stretches up to 50 cm and allows you to easily connect to the mains without growing or cutting the pipe. This simplifies installation and does not require a jigsaw.

Advantages

  • the most favorable price in the category;
  • wide blades on twisting nuts;
  • completed with a cork on a chain.

disadvantages

  • unsightly appearance of sockets with large holes;
  • a water seal of a smooth shape, so debris does not accumulate in it, but goes further along the system.


Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

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