Ceramic Disc Cartridge Leaking

The majority of modern taps now use ceramic disc cartridges as opposed to rubber washers to prevent dripping.

Ceramic disc cartridge leaking.

Each time you use one of our faucets two discs control water flow by gliding back and forth in an airtight seal that prevents leaking and ensures a super smooth operation. The ceramic disc body cylinder does have moving parts that pivot to open the ports on the bottom. No leaks no drips just a fully working ceramic disc ta. The seat can become damaged with use so that it no longer fits correctly into the hole in the cartridge which allows water to leak.

In most cases the cartridge body doesn t have moving parts. 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. Keep in mind that some cartridge bodies and ceramic disc bodies cylinders can look similar. How to repair a ceramic tap with advice on tap valve fitting ceramic tap washer repair and ceramic tap cartridge replacement.

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. To fix a ceramic disk faucet you can get new seals and replacement parts. Ceramic disc taps. In today s video i will be showing you how to repair or replace a quarter turn ceramic disk tap valve.

Below the brass locking nut you will discover your monoblock tap s ceramic disc cartridge. Your faucet may contain a ceramic brass or rubber seat that is meant to form a seal at the bottom of the cartridge opening. I have a kwc domo single lever swivel spout kitchen tap. Find ceramic disc tap spares and ceramic tap valves.

Ceramic disc valving is an innovative water control system found in each american standard faucet. You can replace the actual discs themselves though this is a far more precise specialist task. Our diy guide with tutorial video means you can easily do it yourself. The o ring may also become cracked and cause a leak.

These instructions work for sink faucets in kitchens and bathrooms as well as bathtubs and. With any luck the ceramic disc cartridge will fall out of the valve body. If you love my content and would like to send me a cou. Remove the retaining washer and tap it on the kitchen or bathroom surface.

The tap has been leaking for a few months now from where the spout meets the body of the tap. A step by step guide to changing servicing and fitting ceramic disc taps. Ceramic cartridge similar to the ceramic discs but ceramic cartridges are designed specifically for single monobloc taps.