While you’re decorating your house, there are some things you should know. One is that if you plan to use a drill or other tools in an area where pipes and wires already exist, such as behind the sink or near the washing machine, it’s important to know what can be damaged by these devices before you start. Some of these things might be drain cables, which are the main link between the supply unit and machine itself. This is what they are used for.

Drain cables are the thin cords that connect machines to their water supplies. They are typically made of plastic or rubber encased metal wires, with insulation in between each strand of wire, to protect it from moisture and dirt. These cables are typically clamped to a water pipe using a D-clamp or compression fitting, then attached to the appliance near where it will be draining into the sewer line.

These cables allow water from washing machines, dishwashers, sinks, and other places where water is used to pass through them as they drain. This allows for a cleaner outlet from the machine itself, as water does not have to pass through metal pipes first, which might damage it.

Water also passes through the cables more easily than it does through pipes because of their smaller diameter. Pipes are usually around 2 inches in diameter while drain cables are only half an inch thick. This allows for more water to pass through in a smaller space, and helps prevent blockages. Drain cables also allow water to flow more readily along their route because they are typically laid directly between or under multiple appliances, allowing the water to move from one appliance to another via the same cord.

The cables can be found leading away from dishwashers, washing machines, and other water-using machines. They should always be installed so that they slope slightly downward from the machine to an outlet. This allows water to escape more easily when running.

The cables are used in household appliances because of several key benefits over metal pipes. Because drain cables allow for a cleaner exit from the appliance, they can be installed in smaller spaces and make complex routes for water possible where space is limited. They also allow water to flow more readily than metal pipes, and do not need to pass through the machine itself, which might create water damage or pose a tripping hazard.

These are an integral part of home appliances that use water because they allow for easier water drainage than metal pipes, and can be used in small spaces without blocking movement.

 

For more information, contact Vinny’s Jersey Plumbing, located in Wayne, New Jersey.  We also service other cities in New Jersey, such as Little Falls, Kinnelon and Oradell.