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August 12, 2017 18:05

How to pick a cartridge mixer - types , manufacturers and Tips

Any expert will tell you that the surest way to avoid mistakes when selecting a cartridge mixer - Remove the defective product, and with it go to the store.Purchase should be the same - "one to one".The fact is that quite often found on sale mixers, especially structures which involve the use of only one, "his" cartridge.What to do in different situations, what to look for - this can be found in this article.

features of different models of cartridges

fundamental difference - in the performance.Cartridges may be ceramic (with plates) or ball.But there are some nuances that distinguish one from the other.The main parameters are the same, but the manufacturer - the other.

When you exit this part of the plumbing system repair it yourself (even if it is a collapsible type) is not carried out - only to be replaced.So what cartridge mixer is still better to choose?

cartridges - for - mixers




knowledge of some features of some brands make this easier:

  • Hansgrohe - durability and reliability.This is determined by some structural nuances rotary knob products.Experts say that they also make it possible to significantly reduce water consumption.
  • Vidima - low cost, guarantee - up to 5 years.
  • Oras - the dignity of such cartridges are considered universal.In case of failure to pick up analogue snap.
  • Grohe - characterized by high resource as spraying in the working parts of the plates greatly increases their strength.

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Useful tips

When removing the faulty cartridge does not need to exert much effort, as there is a risk to break its plastic housing.If he is "stuck with" enough to handle slots "liquid key» (WD-40), and after 5 minutes - 10 item easily ejects from the slot.

When buying a mixer it is advisable to purchase a replacement cartridge.It is worth it inexpensive - from 23 to 40 rubles, depending on the type.But members of the household do not have to sit without water, while the owner looks for outlets that need corrective action.The procedure is simple - remove the failed sample, to establish a new, and with a broken product - shopping, look exactly the same.

If for some reason the old cartridge is not (eg, lost), it is possible to take measurements at the point of installation on the mixer.What you need to determine:

  • Case diameter.Standard dimensions (mm) - from 35 to 40.
  • length of the rod.
  • Feature "footprint."

To not engage in frequent repairs, do not buy parts unknown manufacturer.It is better to pay more and buy a product known, well-established brand.Such expenditures are justified, especially since we are talking about relatively small amounts.

Note!If you have problems with a mixer, then the first thing to look for the faulty part from the same manufacturer, that he himself plumbing fixtures!

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