{"product_id":"4-pond-bottom-drain","title":"4\" Pond Bottom Drain Solvent Weld Fitting","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 4\" Pond Bottom Drain is essential for maintaining a clean and healthy pond with a gravity-fed filter system. Strategically positioned on the pond floor, it efficiently removes water and debris, ensuring optimal water quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\r  \u003cp\u003eThe drain setup includes a sump, which is seamlessly integrated into the pond base, and a dome that covers it. For liner-based ponds, the sump comes with a flange ring to create a watertight seal. In concrete ponds, the flange ring is unnecessary. The gap between the sump top and the dome typically ranges from 2 to 5 cm to prevent smaller fish from entering the filter system.\u003c\/p\u003e\r  \u003cp\u003eDesigned for efficiency, bottom drains can handle larger solids, making them less prone to blockages compared to submerged pond pumps. Installing multiple drains eliminates sludge accumulation, contributing to a cleaner pond environment. Additionally, the absence of visible hoses and power cables enhances the pond’s aesthetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\r  \u003cp\u003eFor optimal performance, the connecting pipe-work should run as directly as possible, with large curved radius bends to maintain maximum flow-rate and minimise debris build-up.\u003c\/p\u003e\r  \u003cb\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/b\u003e\r \u003cul\u003e\r \u003cli\u003eEfficiently manages water and waste removal\u003c\/li\u003e\r \u003cli\u003eSuitable for both liner and concrete ponds\u003c\/li\u003e\r \u003cli\u003ePrevents smaller fish from entering the filter system\u003c\/li\u003e\r \u003cli\u003eHandles larger solids to reduce blockages\u003c\/li\u003e\r \u003cli\u003eImproves pond aesthetics by eliminating visible hoses and cables\u003c\/li\u003e\r \u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Unbranded","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54934721233235,"sku":"1015008_Bar","price":12.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1076\/9324\/4755\/files\/2xrtmzi5x3r.png?v=1789335119","url":"https:\/\/progradewarehouse.com\/products\/4-pond-bottom-drain","provider":"PRO GRADE WAREHOUSE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}