Can a Grinder Pump Handle Tampons?

A sewage grinder pump can easily handle 2 inch solids, and will also be able to handle difficult artificial solids, like feminine hygiene products (pads, tampons, etc), rags, towels, diapers, diaper wipes, napkins, underwear, and a range of other things that shouldn't be flushed down toilets but often are.

Can you flush tampons with a grinder pump?

DON'T FLUSH THEM, THEY ARE NOT REALLY FLUSHABLE; they do not process through the grinder pumps the same as toilet paper and will clog them up. ... Feminine Sanitary Products including Tampons (even if they say they are flushable - the strings clog the pumps!)

What should you not put down a grinder pump?

Do not dump oil, grease, paint, strong chemicals, sand, kitty litter, etc. down your drain. Feminine products and personal/cleaning wipes should be disposed of in a garbage can. These items should not be flushed into any sewer or septic system.

Alexander Ross

Alexander Ross

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Alexander Ross has covered the video game industry for a decade, writing deep dives on game design, esports tournaments, VR developments, and gaming culture.