The ceramic discs also protect the metal of the valve from erosion.
Ceramic disks valve.
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Reviewed in the united kingdom on july 13 2018.
It blocks the proper closing of the valve and water flow may not be stopped.
The ceramic discs are in two parts and it is the top part which moves over the bottom part.
Ceramic tap valve with disc closed photo 4 shows the same tap valve with the discs closed meaning the tap would be off.
This means that you aren t screwing the handle into a washer every time you use the faucet.
Luckily replacement is simple.
Two locating lugs fit into the top part of the top disc and turn with the spindle.
Hose guide mounting brackets.
Once again a replacement brass ceramic stem disc cartridge faucet valve for the victoria plum camberley basin mixer tap.
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 older style of faucet needs two full turns of the handle to activate the flow but low friction ceramic valves allow the faucet to operate with just a quarter turn of the handle.
Ceramic carbide is brittle and only becomes an issue if debris enters the line and gets lodged into one of the openings.
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Roger shows you how to replace a ceramic tap valve cartridge.
If the user applies extra pressure the disc may crack making the faucet inoperable.