The Leaf Eater range of High Performance Rain Heads:
Leaf Eater rain head;
Leaf Beater rain head;
Rain Catcher rain head.
Further information about the Leaf Eater range, including a details about High Performance Rain Heads.
Choosing the right Rain Head
The type of rain head required will depend on a variety of factors including:
1. The type of pipe system you have (either "wet" or "dry"). In "wet" systems, a mosquito proof screen of no more than 1mm must be fitted to prevent mosquitoes breeding in water in the pipes.
2. The space you have to work with. It is important to install the rain head and still maintain adequate fall of the pipes to the tank. This will ensure that water flows freely to the tank and does not 'back up' in the pipes
3. The amount of rainfall for the area and the extent of leaf and debris build up in th
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The Leaf Eater
The ultimate high performance rain head
The Leaf Eater is the ultimate high performance rain head for use in heavy rainfall areas. Not only does it protect the home by preventing gutters from blocking and flooding of eaves, the Leaf Eater also improves water quality and reduces tank maintenance.
Leaves and debris that build up in gutters can be flammable and represent a significant fire risk. By screening leaves onto the ground, the Leaf Eater prevents gutters from blocking and eliminates a fire hazard.
A secondary stainless steel screen is included to keep mosquitoes and vermin out of downpipes in a "wet" system. With the removal of the secondary screen, the Leaf Eater is ideal for use purely as a debris removing device even when rainwater is not being collected.
How it Works
As water flows from the gutters it carries leaves and small pieces of debris. The Leaf Eater incorporates a flow directional gutter outlet which allows an increased flow of water through the outlet making rainwater catchment even more efficient.
This increased volume of water is directed onto the face of the primary screen. This screen has a 1/32" aperture and is set at an angle to the horizontal of around 45o. This angled screen is self-cleaning and forces the leaves and debris away allowing the water to continue through towards the secondary screen.
The secondary stainless steel screen further filters the water and prevents mosquitoes and vermin from entering the pipe system to the water tank/cistern. Once the water passes through this insect proof screen it flows into the downpipes.
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The Leaf Beater
The compact high performance rain head
The Leaf Beater works like the Leaf Eater and is more compact making it ideal for use with under eaves tanks. It features an integrated flow directional gutter outlet which directs the flow of water from the gutters onto an adjustable elliptical primary screen of 1/32" aperture. This screen is virtually vertical enabling the action of the water to wash the screen and minimize maintenance.
A secondary stainless steel screen is also included to keep mosquitoes and vermin out of downpipes in a "wet" system. With the removal of the secondary screen, the Leaf Beater is ideal for use purely as a debris removing device even when rainwater is not being collected.
How it Works
An ingenious feature has been incorporated into the operation of the primary screen. Four settings can be applied to vary the angle at which the elliptical primary screen faces to adjust for various intensities of rainfall and amounts of debris.
Pipe Fitting
Leaf Beaters are designed to 'loosely fit' inside the downspouts.
Please see below the pipe sizes that are suitable to fit the Leaf Beater Range:
- 3" Schedule 40 or SDR 35 Pipe suitable for 3" Leaf Beater
- 4" Schedule 40 or SDR 35 Pipe suitable for 4" Leaf Beater
- 2" x 3" Galvanised Steel or Aluminium Downspout suitable for 2" x 3" Leaf Beater
As per Leaf Beater's Installation Instruction No 5, please do NOT glue the Leaf Beater to the downspout. Secure with a screw to the downspout to give stability but also allow for easy removal.
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The Rain Catcher
The versatile multi-screen rain head
The Rain Catcher is a versatile leaf and debris catcher with two horizontal internal screens. One is 1/4" and the other stainless steel is 1/32" to keep mosquitoes out. Ideal for low leaf, low rainfall areas. It can also be used as a 'tun' dish for directing water tank overflow.
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