A kitchen faucet is far from a simple design., which can have significant modifications based on the model. Consequently, to buy a suitable mixer, you must initially familiarize yourself with all the available information and only then make a choice.
Types of kitchen faucets
There are these types of devices:
- Axle-mounted crane. From time to time you can hear, as this kind of mixer is called simply a tap. The crane-box mixer is a classic design with valves for supplying hot and cold water. According to the structure of the locking mechanism, they are divided into worm and ceramic mixers., the design of which has significant differences. The water supply in the worm gears is stopped by pressing the locking gasket against the valve seat. Repair of such mechanisms is elementary., just replace the sealing gasket, the flow stops. The operation of the ceramic mechanisms is ensured by two ceramic discs with internal slots. Rotation of one disk relative to the other is performed, which remains stationary in the mixer structure. These discs are called adjustment and input, respectively. Depending on the size of the gap, the value of the water flow changes. The disadvantage of these mechanisms is a short service life., and the inability to carry out repairs, a breakdown will lead to the replacement of the entire crane-axle box.
- Single-lever, or, in another way, mono-team. There are ball and cartridge mechanisms. The ratio of cold and hot water is changed by turning the ball, the pressure is also regulated. The disadvantage is the complicated design. The valve will soon leak due to wear on the cuffs and gaskets. The cartridge mechanism includes two plates with holes in them. The bottom plate is in a static position, and the upper one relatively changes its position. The amount and temperature of the water flow depend on the size of the area of the formed gap between them..
- Electronic. Innovation in sanitary ware. Devices of this type are unlike their mechanical predecessors.. Are as stand-alone models, and models, which need to be powered from external sources. Repair of such mixers and their cost are very high., what is their disadvantage. The advantage is the precise setting of the required water temperature. Infrared sensor switches the water supply on and off.
How to choose a kitchen faucet. Video
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