Some single control types use a metal or plastic core which operates vertically.
Faucet ceramic valve or metal.
The ceramic discs also protect the metal of the valve from erosion.
The discs contain channels that align when rotated which allows water to flow and control over temperature settings.
The ceramic is strong enough to resist cracking and stand up to extreme heat and cold.
Choose a metal valve over plastic.
Others use a metal ball with spring loaded rubber seals recessed into the faucet body.
Cartridge faucets have a hollow metal or plastic cartridge insert that seals against the spout or faucet body.
The less expensive dual control faucets contain nylon cartridges with rubber seals.
This innovative valve design incorporates two rotating discs made from ceramic.
Ceramic valves are more durable over the long run in a broader variety of water conditions than any other variety of valve on the market.
And how will you know this.
The newest type of faucet valve is the ceramic disc valve.
Ceramic disc valves are inherently sturdy highly reliable and rarely in need of repairs.
Developed by delta and exclusive to single handle faucets ball valves are reliable but tedious to fix.
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American standard is proud to be the only faucet manufacturer to engineer and produce our own ceramic discs ensuring complete quality control.
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.
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Some faucets have a ceramic disc cartridge that is much more durable.
These durable valves are unaffected by temperature extremes sand rust and hard water conditions.
Depending on how a series of holes in the cartridge align with the stem.
Ball valves contain a slotted metal or plastic ball that aligns with the hot and cold water inlets when rotated by the faucet handle.