I store my water jugs on their side in a horizontal rack. Are the caps water tight, or will that cause the mechanism to allow water to leak through?
744046
This can only be used when you put the jug on the dispenser. If you were to put it on and put jug on its side it would leak out.
744047
Peter is right, it drips out, probably because there are not enough threads to keep it from not leaking.
215081
I've not had an issue with leaking. As long as you put the pour spout on right, and have it tightened down just enough, there shouldn't be an issue. I've been using mine for months with the 5 gallon water jugs.
686786
The lid is tight but not air tight. Also there is air to the rain barrel headspace through the infeed hose and the downspout from the gutters. Really...no problem.
589234
My container locks but not tight. There is a steam release vent on top if you do not want the steam to come out the side of the container. Steam should come out the side if the vent on the top is closed if it didn't you would create pressurized vessel and it could cause injury. I wait a few minutes after sterilizing my bottles to remove it from the microwave so it isn't steaming hot.
663937
I would personally just use those 5 gallon jugs for holding water. The container serves it's purpose, but the seal is not rubber. It's some foam textured seal.
749436
Hi Jase,I've noticed that if I fill the bottle to capacity there could be some liquid leaking. However, as long as there's some room between the bottom of the cap once fastened all the way, you should have no leaking.Also, could be good to check the rubber seal to see if it's been warped or damaged. If it's looking good, there should be no problem fastening it nice and tight.Hope that helps...
1974045
There is a soft rubber seal around the lid which if tightened ought to prevent moisture getting in/out. I have not tested this however, it is just m impression from inspecting the container.
1159737
It is not designed to be sealed shut - it is designed to be installed for use. If you wish to seal the bottle you should keep the original bottle cap and reuse it. Since our company's philosophy is to reduce, reuse, and recycle, that would be in keeping with our philosophy :-) (it also keeps your costs down). Also, the bottle will not leak if upright - unless there's a hole in the bottle. Water only flows only when inverted. One way to seal it is to use a plastic lunch bag and two rubberbands. Put the bag over the entire funnel, put one rubber band tightly near the wide end, and then tightly put the second rubber band on the bottle, under the funnel. Little, if any, water will leak out (this was tested with the bottle on it's side for over an hour).
795426
I've never had a problem with any leaking through the cap, and I always set it on its side. I do make sure that the cover is on securely, of course.
842662
I haven't experienced leaks with them, you can place them horizontal and assuming you have a flat even surface they'll be fine, but I own these and the 5 ounce medela bottles that are fatter and I prefer those.While they haven't broken on me I feel like these are more flemsy and I can't store as much milk so I've switched to the larger ones.
956749
They seem to be pretty air and water tight ... Like with any container, there may be a little leakage, but my lid goes on tight and doesn't move when on. I had to cut holes in my lid for my bread gasses to escape.
552775
I use the jugs for filtered water in the fridge and have not noticed a loose cap problem.
1159736
Sorry for the long delay. I guess I'm confused. Mine doesn't leak. Perhaps it's related to how high you've filled the particular water vessel? I only use 2 liter soda bottles and I don't notice any leakage
857216
The lid slides onto the tray without a tight seal. Unfortunately, it will leak if placed on the side.
746207
I always hold my hand under the cap after I fill it. Some water drips but it's water that was left from being in the base prior. Water shouldn't leak out from inside the tank through the cap. It should be sealed unless something is pressing on the stopper in the middle of the cap. You have to be careful not to press on the middle of the cap while carrying it back to the base.
1449499
No. Its not air/water tight. There is no seal whatsoever. The cap is just a cover with a spout for the water. The space for the spout is always open and the water can come out anytime.
983468
They are not airtight. Water will not get in. There is no seal, but the lid overlaps the side by 2 inches. The lid also fits very snug. I have used these for about 5 years now. They are very well made (good materials, heavy duty) hold up to lots of abuse and have a lot of space. I put gear I want to keep dry and safe in it and put it in the bed of my truck. I have traveled many thousand miles with these in my truck bed and never had any issues with water leakage no matter what the weather brings.