When choosing a specific septic tank for installation on a summer cottage or in a private house, many people prefer to first read reliable reviews about the performance of the septic tank model they like. Those who are interested in reviews of the performance of the Triton Mini septic tank, one of the younger models from the Tritons, are no exception. Unfortunately, the reviews that abound on websites contain more advertising garbage distributed on behalf of non-existent users of treatment plants than reliable information. In this article we will try to separate the wheat from the chaff and give an adequate review of the work of the Triton Mini septic tank.
Triton or Tank
Often the same septic tank model is called Triton mini and Tank mini. In fact, the functionality is the same, two well-known manufacturers simply released the installations almost simultaneously. The Triton mini septic tank has the following key characteristics:
- It can process and purify wastewater from 2-3 people who live in the house at the same time or from time to time.
- The body is made of low-density polyethylene, which makes the structure strong and durable.
- It contains 2 chambers in which mechanical and biological treatment of wastewater from the house occurs.
- The cleaning capacity per day is 400 liters, a salvo discharge that the septic tank can withstand is 500 liters. Such data is indicated in the installation passport.
- The total volume is 750 l, while it weighs only 85 kg (including a 20 kg infiltrator), this makes it possible to install it yourself, without the use of special equipment.
- Dimensions – 1.25 x 0.82 x 1.7 m, infiltrator – 1.8 x 0.8 x 0.4 m.
Important! Although there are possibilities for processing 400 liters of wastewater per day, it is still better not to exceed the volume of 250 liters. Otherwise, rapid silting of the infiltrator will occur.
Septic tank Triton mini
Manufacturer and approximate cost
The manufacturer of these treatment facilities is Triton Plastic LLC.
Septic tank Triton official website: www.plast-zakaz.ru
Approximate price of Triton septic tanks:
Series H
MICROB MINI series
Series T
ED series
Cleaning in chambers
The Triton mini septic tank works similarly to other LOS (local treatment plant) models. The cleaning procedure is as follows:
- The first chamber receives wastewater from the house, where it settles. As a result, solid particles precipitate. The insoluble ones float to the top.
- Upon reaching a certain level for overflow (and the wastewater must remain in the first chamber for at least 3 days), the clarified liquid passes through the biofilter. Its main component is floating bioparticles. Due to the specific design of such a filter, additional mechanical cleaning also occurs.
- Triton mini septic tank operates with anaerobic bacteria, that is, those that can live without oxygen.
- Transfer to the infiltrator. At the outlet of the installation, the wastewater is still dirty - the degree of purification is only 65%. Already in the infiltrator they are purified to 98%, which makes it possible to discharge them into the soil.
Septic tank Triton and infiltrator
Carrying out the installation
The septic tank for the Triton dacha can be installed by you yourself, but to do this you need to familiarize yourself with the technology of the work. The system is installed in tandem with infiltrators, so next to the pit it is necessary to build a recess for the filter installation. Such systems can be immersed in the soil quite deeply; the distance from the zero level of the upper partition of the container can be 1 m or more. This feature allows you to save on insulation of the filter system.
The septic tank is not a pop-up structure, so during installation it can be laid on a sand bed and backfilled with a dry sand-cement mixture. The Triton septic tank, the installation of which involves backfilling with a gravel bed, will have a filter layer that cleans sewage before it enters the ground.
The Importance of Infiltration
According to sanitary standards, the wastewater that comes out of the septic tank in question cannot be discharged into the soil. Often those who do not equip an infiltrator, in order to save money, then write angry reviews that Triton emits an odor and has spoiled the soil. If you do not install an additional cleaning system, this is exactly what will happen.
The infiltrator itself is an additional system that helps clean the drains. It consists of:
- Containers without a bottom, with a pipe running through the dome. It comes out with wastewater that has been treated in a septic tank.
- The main filter element is a sand-crushed stone bed, and the wastewater is sprayed onto it.
Important! The filter under this additional element needs to be changed from time to time, as it wears out, as evidenced by its silting. This process will occur more slowly if it is used in such a way that the wastewater is retained in it for at least 2-3 days.
Description
It is available in a wide range, and each model is designed for a certain volume of sewage that enters the system daily. Before purchasing a particular option, you need to determine whether you will use it all year round or only from time to time. It is worth remembering that the types of septic tanks mentioned above also differ in configuration, as well as in the method of wastewater treatment.
Advantages and disadvantages
Numerous reviews help to formulate both positive and negative qualities of the septic tank in question. Among the positive qualities:
- Affordable kit price. Often sellers offer VOCs immediately with the infiltrator.
- Duration of operation – from 50 years.
- Ease of installation, use, maintenance.
- You need to clean the Triton mini septic tank no more than once a year.
- The installation is autonomous and energy-independent, which means it can easily be used for a summer residence.
- If installation conditions are met, it does not emit odors.
- It can function even at negative temperatures, down to –30⁰.
- Cleaning is effective; wastewater after the infiltrator can be discharged directly into the soil.
- Resistant to harsh chemicals that sometimes end up in sewers.
- Excellent tightness, does not suffer from corrosion.
Flaws:
- It will not be possible to install such a septic tank in a too limited area, since it is necessary to comply with SNiP standards and at the same time correctly position the septic tank itself and the filtration fields.
- The infiltrator must be periodically cleaned and the sand and gravel bed replaced.
- You should not dump more than 250 liters per day, although the manufacturer talks about 400 liters.
Installation diagram of the Triton mini septic tank
Manufacturer information
manufactures sewage systems for summer cottages, as well as products and containers for autonomous sewage systems. It can be:
- wells;
- sewerage systems;
- wastewater treatment plants;
- settling tanks.
They are based on polypropylene and polyethylene, which are highly wear-resistant and durable. If you purchase a Triton septic tank, then you can count on complete tightness of the containers, a long service life, which reaches 50 years, and ease of installation. The manufacturer advises consumers, before starting to create an autonomous sewage system, to decide which scheme will be used for an autonomous wastewater treatment system. Some systems from other companies can perform additional filtration of wastewater before it reaches the ground. But they do require cleaning. Whereas if you purchase one of the models, you can count on the uninterrupted operation of an autonomous system, which often does not require human intervention after installation is completed.
Installation procedure
User reviews affected the installation process of the Triton septic tank. In general, it is characterized as lightweight. The installation procedure consists of the following steps:
- Construction of a pit for a septic tank, sewer pipes, and infiltrator. The pit must have a depth of at least 50 cm, +30 cm on the sides.
- A sand and gravel cushion is created at the bottom of the pit. If the water level is high, then you will need to install a reinforced concrete slab or pour a concrete floor. It is important to achieve the correct (zero) bottom level.
- Lower the installation into the pit and fill it with water. At this stage, you need to make sure that the installation does not have cracks or other defects that could affect its functioning.
- Laying pipes and installing an infiltrator.
- Backfilling. It is carried out like this: the septic tank is filled with a mixture of sand and cement with regular pouring of water and compaction.
- Lay several layers of insulation on top of the installation. Fertile soil is already being added to them.
- Only the inspection hatch remains on the surface of the earth.
According to reviews, it is most convenient to use such a compact installation for a country house. The amount of waste that is produced there and the irregularity of being at the dacha is the key to long-term and uninterrupted operation of the Triton mini.
Positive reviews about the Triton Mini septic tank
The reviews left by “buyers” are replete with flattering remarks about the Triton Mini model. What really can't be argued with? Firstly, with an affordable price. If we compare the offers of other manufacturers, the septic tank model we are considering really looks very attractive. Secondly, the container is light, simple in design, quite durable, and can be installed on your own without any problems - you don’t need any special intelligence to dig a pit and place a septic tank in it. It is quite suitable for you if you use a septic tank in a processing mode of no more than 250 liters of wastewater per day, i.e. Use water sparingly and avoid large single-stage wastewater discharges. Or bet on a more expensive solution, for example, a Tank septic tank, the reviews of which are quite good on the Internet.
Types and characteristics
Triton is a storage septic tank that operates on the principle of biological treatment with additional ground filtration of wastewater. The material for the manufacture of all Triton models is plastic, but despite this feature, this septic tank can withstand even the lowest ambient temperatures without harm to the structure.
There are such modifications:
- Mini;
- Micro;
- N, T, ED.
Mini is a sump tank model designed for installation in the courtyard of a country house or cottage. It is available with a capacity of up to 750 liters - this is quite enough to serve a small family of two adults and one child. At the same time, the manufacturer states that the maximum load that can be placed on the system is up to 500 liters in two days. This means that it can also be used to serve five people. This model has small dimensions, so it is suitable even for a small area.
Photo - Mini design
Micro is a modification that is used to serve 3 people. Its capacity is 450 liters, so it is mainly used as a sump for a summer house, bathhouse or utility room, i.e., not the main one. The main advantage of the system is its affordable price and small size. The overall dimensions allow the system to be quickly moved to any point in the yard if necessary.
Photo – Micro
Triton-N is a storage tank that can hold 40,000 liters. Here, purification is carried out due to groundwater and gravitational force, so the water after “H” is reused only as technical water. It is worth noting the thickness of the walls of the Triton-N tank system - 40 mm, which is almost 4 times greater than that of the most famous septic tanks (Tank, Astra).
Photo - cumulative
The three-chamber Triton-T is an autonomous treatment plant that not only defends water, but also purifies it using a triple filter system. It is often supplemented with a pump, which provides forced pumping out of purified liquid. Several types of purification are used in the settling tank: gravity, microbiological and ground purification. The station can serve up to 20 people at a time, so it is often installed for several families, which allows you to save on the purchase of separate septic tanks.
Photo - Model T
Triton-ED is a treatment station that is universal in type of installation. The settling tank consists of two tanks, each of which is divided into two sections. They are installed according to the all-in principle, i.e., all in one tank. This drive forcibly moves moisture through all 4 filters, which ensures its purification from contaminants by 70%. Afterwards, the process water is sent to the ground, where final cleaning is carried out. This septic tank has excellent efficiency: more than 1200 liters per second. This is two times higher than that of the T model. The versatility of the autonomous station is that it can be installed both horizontally and vertically, depending on the needs and size of the site. Changing the position does not change the performance of the drive.
Photo – Triton ED
Choosing other septic tanks for the dacha
The decision to purchase treatment facilities for your own site is often their cost. The proposed Triton septic tank is a good combination of the cost of the structure and the quality of its work.
Characteristics of the Triton model range:
| Options | Triton mini | Triton-ED 1800 | Triton-T 1 | Triton-T 1.5 | Triton-T 2 |
| Number of people (persons) | from 1 to 2 | from 3 to 4 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| Productivity l/day | 250 | 600 | 300 | 500 | 600 |
| Dimensions (m) | 1.2x0.82x1.7 | 1.2x1.2x1.7 | 1.2x1.17 | 1.2x1.62 | 1.2x1.8 |
Manufacturers have created the “mini” option in compact sizes, which is suitable for a small cozy cottage. Small dimensions simplify the delivery of treatment facilities. With small sizes, good treatment of domestic wastewater according to the selected parameters is obtained.
Owners leave less good reviews about the Tver septic tank, the reasons are the same, poor-quality installation of treatment devices. The reason for the criticism lies in the great demands that the tank places on its installation. In general, they work correctly.
| Options | Tver-0.75P | Tver-1P | Tver-1.5P | Tver-2P |
| Number of people (persons) | from 1 to 3 | from 3 to 5 | from 5 to 7 | from 8 to 10 |
| Productivity l/day | 750 | 1000 | 1500 | 2000 |
| Dimensions (m) | 2.25x0.85x1.67 | 2.5x1.1x1.67 | 3.5x1.1x1.67 | 4.0x1.3x1.67 |
Professionals advise that it is advisable to order a septic tank on a turnkey basis, which will ensure its long-lasting operation.
Advantages of using septic tanks from Triton-Plastic
The main advantage that septic tanks of this brand have, however, like VOCs from other manufacturers, is that they are much more convenient and efficient than traditional, even improved, cesspools, but at the same time, like the latter, they do not require connection to the electrical network and are completely stand-alone installations.
Among the main and important advantages of products manufactured under the TANK brand are:
- high efficiency of wastewater treatment;
- a simple and reliable design in which there is simply “nothing to break”;
- fairly compact dimensions and relatively light weight;
- high resistance of the tank to external and internal mechanical influences, stability of shape;
- absence of operational difficulties and problems;
- relatively simple and quick installation, which allows you to install a reliable and efficient sewer system on a suburban area in the shortest possible time;
- affordable and attractive price for products for the consumer;
- long service life.
When choosing a septic tank, you should pay attention to the fact that not all models have the same indicators for the degree of wastewater treatment; in some cases, additional installation of filtration fields or settling wells will be required.
