The tank of enameled steel, plastic or stainless steel better in a washing machine?

The tank of the washing machine consumers often pay more attention than its other units. Even the heart of the washing machine - the motor does not attract such close attention from the buyer. Often the cause of failure of the machine is breakage of the drum, because it is more exposed to temperature changes and mechanical stress than other elements. The service life of the whole washing machine depends very much on it. Perhaps that is why this topic has generated a lot of rumors around.

It is worth stopping and taking a closer look at each of the materials used in the production of these cylinders, in which your laundry will be washed.

As the name suggests, the tanks of this group are made of steel, which after being covered with special enamel. It is this that protects the tank from rust. But, along with this, the enamel is afraid of impact and foreign objects. They can leave a chip or scratch, and subsequently it will lead to the destruction of the enamel layer. Water will get into the tank and the machine can be thrown away, because a replacement is unlikely to be found now.

Pros:

• Reliable when washing;
• Protects the tank from corrosion.

Cons:

• Not resistant to mechanical damage;
• Many components are no longer in production.

This group also includes polyplex and other polymers. They all have different names. But they have one thing in common - it's all plastic, to which various additives are added. They are the most common in the world lately. Each manufacturer is trying to give its own unique name for the material from which the tank is made. There is no standard name in the world and the slightest addition gives a new one. Therefore, there are many names for plastic tanks.

Pros:

• Does not leak water;
• High strength;
• Low weight;
• Low noise from spinning.

Cons:

• More fragile;
• Less durable.

Long used for the production of tanks. Because of its strength, this tank is more likely to last longer than all other washing machine units. And if your choice is a stainless steel tank, then be prepared to buy only from the premium segment. Because there can be no quality steel for a low price.

Pros:

• Perfectly in contact with water;
• Does not rust;
• Has high durability.

Cons:

• Quality stainless steel is not cheap;
• Such tanks are noisier;
• The weight of such a tank is higher than that of plastic.

Recently, as enameled began to die out, polymer and stainless steel tanks are gaining popularity. But there's a nuance here, too. The washing machine tank is always made of steel. It is called plastic for the fact that the tank itself is made of it.

After studying the pros and cons of tanks, evaluate your financial capabilities - don't try to save money. Remember the Japanese folk proverb - "We are not so rich as to buy cheap things."

It also happens that the tank fails over time. This can happen for a variety of reasons. But if your washing machine's tank has burst, it can probably still be resuscitated. Try to make do with your own efforts and not buy a new tank. You can see how to do this in the following video by Oleg Belokurov.