Mixer spout: variations and technical description

Such a straight spout for the mixer 20 cm, as shown in the photograph, you can watch each time you go into the bathroom. But such a model is not limited to the variety of gander, they can have various shapes, sizes and designs. In this article we will examine their main types.

General provisions

To begin, let's answer the question, what is a mixer tap? This is the component part of the faucet in the form of a bent pipe, which is responsible for the delivery of water from the mixing compartment to the sink or bath. It has the following design:

Types of designs

Depending on what you plan to use the spout for, it may have different designs:

1. A long high movable gander of the mixer is usually installed on the kitchen sink. This form allows you to increase the usable area of ​​the bowl and eliminates possible inconveniences when washing large dishes.

1. Short fixed gander is mounted on the side of the bath or on the wall above it. After all, mobility in this case is useless, and it is better to take care in this case of increasing reliability, reducing the number of nodes prone to breakage.

1. The long bottom gander is often used to make it possible to use the faucet for both the bathroom and the adjacent sink.. But here it should be borne in mind that with increasing ease of use of the product, its practicality decreases, since turns with time lead to breakage of the turning mechanism.

1. The flexible retractable spout significantly increases the area covered by the crane., making it easy to provide water with all the corners of a double or even triple bowl. It makes it possible to fill large containers that do not fit in the sink, and makes it easier to wash the sink itself.

1. A two-spout mixer is used if you have a water filtration system installed.. That is, one runs the usual liquid from the pipes of the water supply, and the other is already filtered.

1. If you equip the shower separately from the bathroom, then you are best suited special shower column with mixer and spout.

It is also worth mentioning that there are faucets for the shower without spout, in which water is fed through a flexible hose directly into the watering can.

Geometric parameters

Gander has several important dimensions that significantly affect the performance of the entire washstand:

Height

This parameter determines the distance from the water outlet to the bottom of the sink or bath and can vary from 2 cm to 90 cm.

When choosing, therefore, you should focus on the dimensions of the wash itself:

• For a deep bowl, a low gander is better suited to minimize the amount of splashing water.
• For a shallow bowl, a high gander, which will not be difficult to wash dishes, is better suited.

Tip: if you are afraid to make a mistake with the correct choice of the height of the spout, it is recommended to purchase it in a set with a sink. So you guarantee the perfect combination of these two elements of the washbasin.

If you choose a bath mixer, then the situation is much simpler, since this tank is deep enough so that the splashes do not fly out, and you do not need to wash anything in it under the streaming water either.

Length

The length of the gander is the distance from the farthest point of the base of the crane to the most extreme point of its nose.

The ideal option is the one in which the outlet is in the middle of the bowl:

• If the length is too small, then it will provoke a large number of splashes flying over the side of the sink or bath.
• If the length is too large, it will complicate the operation of the device with their own hands.

Width

Represents the horizontal distance between the edges of the less wide side of the crane. It can vary from a few millimeters to several centimeters.

The form

Forms can actually be a huge variety, but it is worth to highlight two areas:

Tip: it is recommended to install cascade products in bathrooms. In this case, their high throughput capacity will significantly reduce the time it takes to fill the tank, decorating it in addition with its attractive appearance. On the sink, this model will only lead to unnecessary overspending of water resources.

Repairs

During the operational period, the gander can begin to flow. Do not rush to immediately call the plumber, because usually repairs can be done independently.

Their instruction looks like this:

1. We unscrew the spout with a pipe wrench, prewinding it with a cloth, so as not to damage the chrome or nickel-plated coating.
2. Remove the gander and see two rubber pads and one plastic. They tend to be triggered in cases of making frequent turns.
3. We change worn rings for new ones, which can be purchased on the model in any sanitary ware store.

Tip: it is advisable to lubricate the new gaskets before installing the spout in place. This will significantly extend their operational life.

1. Screw the spout into place and test the system for leaks.

Conclusion

Spouts for cranes can have a wide variety of shapes and designs. For each place and method of operation has its most suitable models. You should also choose the right geometrical parameters of gander, which will not least affect the ease of use.

The video in this article will provide you with additional material directly related to the topic described. A good gander can decorate the bathroom, and facilitate the operation of the sink.