Rainfall-Based Sizing for Modular Rainwater Tanks

Sizing a modular rainwater tank begins with local rainfall, contributing catchment area and the project objective. A reuse tank is assessed against supply and demand, while an attenuation tank is checked against inflow, permitted discharge and design-storm criteria.

PP module used in rainfall-based tank sizing

System role and suitable projects

This page focuses on rainfall-based sizing. The 0.125 m³ PP module is the building unit, but the effective tank volume must also allow for system geometry, access, sediment control and any unusable or reserved volume.

  • Early-stage rainwater storage estimates
  • Roof runoff volume calculations
  • Attenuation tanks with a controlled outlet
  • Reuse systems balancing rainfall supply and demand

Rainwater harvesting module volume detail

Module specifications

The following values are the legacy product specifications for this module. Structural capacity, cover depth, traffic loading and applicable test requirements must be checked for the actual project design.

TypeRainwater Collecting Modular
Place of OriginFujian China(Mainland)
Brand NameLEIYUAN
Material:PP
Color:Black
Dimension680 L*410 W*450Hmm
Total Volume:0.125m3
Tank per m38
Weight:8kg/module
Working Temperature:From -30℃ to +120 ℃
Pressure Strength:25tons/sqm
HS Code:3925900
Certificate:ISO9001:2008

How the modular tank works

Designers calculate runoff from rainfall depth, catchment area and runoff coefficient, then compare inflow with reuse demand or allowed discharge. The resulting effective storage is converted into a practical module layout and checked against site constraints.

Rain tank component for storage calculations

Installation planning

  1. Confirm runoff volume, design storm, inflow and discharge requirements.
  2. Check excavation, groundwater, soil bearing conditions and required cover depth.
  3. Prepare a level base and assemble modules according to the approved layout.
  4. Wrap the structure with the specified geotextile and/or waterproof membrane.
  5. Connect inlet, outlet, ventilation, inspection and overflow components.
  6. Backfill in controlled layers and commission the system before operation.

Rainfall-sized tank installation guide

Rainwater tank sizing project example

Packing and project support

Detail:SizePacking
680x410mm8pcs/bundle
450x410mm10pcs/bundle
Shipping:90 Cubic Meter for 1X20′ GP(By bundle)

Module quantities and container loading should be confirmed from the final tank geometry and current packing plan. Leiyuan can review project volume, module layout and shipping requirements for professional buyers.

Rainwater modules packed for project volume

Leiyuan modular tank production

Information required for a quotation

Send the project location, required storage volume, application, installation depth, surface load, groundwater level, drawings and delivery destination. This allows the module and system build-up to be checked before quotation.

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