Rings for a well with a lock: features and benefits

15-08-2018

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At production of a well it is very important to create equal and smooth walls which at the same time would not pass moisture and were not affected by water. Currently, there are a number of different materials designed for this purpose, but reinforced concrete structures occupy a leading place among them.

In this case, well rings with a lock are considered the highest quality and practical.

Amateur photo of ready-made reinforced concrete rings with special grooves for creating locks

Features and Benefits

First we need to say that the products of this type have another name, which can be considered official. It was formed as a result of the creation of the structure itself and even entered into the marking. Therefore, a ring for a well with a lock is called a wall and a quarter ring.

Benefits

First of all, it should be mentioned that the purpose of these products is to retain large masses of soil, creating a certain cavity in the ground. It does not always come across homogeneous layers of soil, which provide a uniform effect. Given this, it is best to use a well ring with a lock, because their connection with each other ensures maximum density. (See also the article Plastic well cover - design features.)
Also, this design is very convenient for installation.. It gives you the opportunity to produce a dense fixation, creating a smooth and smooth walls without drops.

Special attention should be paid to the fact that uniform well-shaped concrete rings with a lock are made very qualitatively and when using a small amount of special putty the joint area becomes completely sealed..
It is necessary to mention that the cost of such products is usually not too high and differs little from ordinary concrete rings.. However, it should be remembered that sometimes the price is indicated with delivery. Therefore, it is best to take this factor into account in advance.

Tip! It is best to choose this material from one manufacturer. Otherwise, there may be some discrepancies in size associated with different forms and quality of the solution. Given this, some experts advise to purchase products from the same batch in order to completely eliminate the possibility of deformation or a small difference in dimensions.

Such products allow for a high density connection without leaving large gaps

Marking and installation features

Usually the size of the rings for the well with the lock will be recognized from their markings:

The first two letters indicate that this product is a reinforced concrete wall ring.
Next comes the figure, which indicates the size of the diameter in decimeters. (See also the article Plastic sewer wells: how to install yourself.)

Some rings of this type are produced immediately in a protective coating of roofing material and bitumen, but after installation, the compound needs additional processing.

After that indicate the number corresponding to the height of the ring. In this case, the instructions for the manufacture also uses measurements in decimeters.
At the end of the marking they write the letter H, which means that these products have a lock and a quarter.

Even taking into account the fact that the lock creates a fairly tight connection for fixing the modules, it is worthwhile to additionally use cement mixtures

It should be said that the design of such elements assumes the presence of a groove from the inside on one side of the ring and outside on the other side. As a result, when connecting the two parts and a lock will be formed. However, one should not think that such a seat will be airtight without additional processing.
If the work is done by hand, then professional craftsmen recommend that after installing each individual segment do the cleaning of the entire castle area. Some masters at the same time advised to grind the two elements to each other to ensure the density of the connection, but because of the large weight it is not always possible.

For these products need special covers and, if necessary, and the bottom, because the standard elements will not fit

The fixing of such compounds is carried out by using a cement slurry with sand to ensure good adhesion. It is worth adding a small amount of liquid glass to increase protection against moisture. Particular attention should be paid to special formulations that were developed specifically for working in a wet environment or by direct contact with water. (See also the article Drainage well with your own hands: do it yourself.)
It should be noted that there are also covers for such rings and other elements suitable for them. Therefore, acquiring all the necessary materials, you should pay attention to the design features.

Tip! Professional masters recommend after installing this design to make its external waterproofing with bitumen and roofing material. This will protect it from external exposure to groundwater or rain flows.

One of the biggest advantages of such rings is that when the soil moves, they practically do not shift and continue to maintain the shape of a well.

Conclusion

After reviewing the video in this article, you can get detailed information about this type of reinforced concrete rings. Also, on the basis of the article presented above, it should be concluded that it is much easier to work with these products than with conventional modules, but this will require a special technique. Do not forget that reinforced concrete materials have significant weight.