In photo 2 we can see the parts we are concerned with.
Ceramic tap washers australia.
A disc retaining washer b ceramic discs c o ring which stops any water seepage up to the head of the tap d valve retaining nut e spindle on which the handle sits.
How often that is anyone can say.
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No leaks no drips just a fully working ceramic disc ta.
The seat washer design uses silica gel.
Ceramic disc taps are resilient and durable meaning that you won t need to change them nearly as often as you would for a compression washer.
How to dissemble a ceramic tap valve so you can stop a dripping tap and how to remove the limescale if you live in a hard water area.
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Ceramic tap inner components.
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Ceramic discs do wear out and the tap will eventually drip however replacements are available and good news manufacturers seem to be using relatively few sizes as standard.
Products that meet australian or international standards will have written certification.
But using good quality washers and reseating will promote longevity.
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Investing in taps with ceramic disc cartridges is a good idea if you can t bear the thought of another leaky tap or diy tap washer change.
With washer taps both the tap seat and the washer suffer wear the tap seat by the flow of water and the washer by the actual activity of forcing the washer onto the seat.
Our performa spindles and spindle body extensions are designed to suit almost any tap.