Ceramic Disc Tap Dripping

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Ceramic disc tap dripping. Luckily it s an easy job to fix. Remove the ceramic disc valve using a spanner or a socket preferably to stop rounding of the flats by turning anticlockwise. I have just given up in replacing a ceramic disc cartridge which i thought was going to be pretty straightforward but has turned in to a complete nightmare. Photo 3 shows a valve body b ceramic discs c retaining washer.

We can now start to dismantle the ceramic disc and service it. The ceramic disc valve should now be exposed. The majority of taps are sold with ceramic disc cartridges or valves these days. Watch this video tutorial to learn how to repair a ceramic disc tap yourself.

Gritty or stiff operation 4. While the tap is in use. Ceramic disk faucets are durable but need repairing if they develop leaks or water flow problems. There is nothing more irritating than a dripping tap.

Ceramic disc taps feature a cartridge within the tap that contain a pair of ceramic discs. At this point the ceramic disc is free from the tap housing. The majority of modern taps now use ceramic disc cartridges as opposed to rubber washers to prevent dripping. Disassemble the faucet and take the old parts with you when you go shopping for replacement parts so you can get exactly what you need.

If you have one of these modern easy to turn on taps it s likely the ceramic disc inside will need replacing. Here are 5 common reasons for a leaky tap. It wastes water makes those nasty marks on your sink and that constant drip dripping noise can drive you mad. It must be said at this point that the retaining washer acts almost like a normal tap washer.

We bought cheap aldi ceramic basin taps over 15 years ago still not dripping and still look like new on the other hand last year we did the kitchen and fitted a mixer tap from b q and all the chrome is falling off most likely cos its leaks constantly. These do need maintenance sometimes to fix issues such as. It provides a seal between the metal of the tap and the ceramic disc. It is the water pressure against the underside of the discs which keeps them in place.

Blocked or reduced flow rate 3. I have a kwc domo single lever swivel spout kitchen tap. I have discussed the topic of ceramic disc valves previously for anyone that is unfamiliar with them.