Thermostatic mixer - a convenient device for your home

01-06-2018

Mixers

Comfort is becoming an increasingly important factor, and every year the number of technological innovations to improve living conditions increases. More recently, the automatic thermostatic mixer was a wonder, and nowadays there are already many modifications that differ in a number of factors. It is this type of equipment that we will look at in our article so that you become better acquainted with the features of the device and the functioning of the system.

In the photo: automatic systems are becoming more popular every year.

Pros and cons of this type of structures

Like any product, a thermostatic sink and bath faucet has its advantages and disadvantages. It is worth noting that the advantages are much greater, and the most significant of them are the following:

Comfort of use	The temperature of the water supplied does not depend on indicators in communications. It is supported by automatics within certain limits, which greatly increases convenience, because many people are familiar with situations when, standing under a shower, cold or too hot water flows sharply on you. The temperature value is constant, can only slightly change the pressure
Operational safety	When using do not worry that it will go too hot water. The so-called protection against scalding ensures that when the temperature rises above 65 degrees or the absence of cold water, its supply automatically stops. This feature is especially important if children often use water.
System efficiency	By maintaining a constant temperature value, the consumption of hot water is significantly reduced, which is especially noticeable when using water heaters. In addition, thanks to the automatic control system, the total amount of water consumed is also reduced, because you do not need to spend time on setting up
The attractiveness of products	The design of such structures is different from the traditional options and looks very unusual. This is not just a nondescript mixer, but a full-fledged element of the interior, giving the atmosphere a respectable look.

Of the significant drawbacks, only one can be singled out - the product’s price is quite high, otherwise it is not inferior to the usual options.

Product design meets the most demanding requirements.

Some features of products

In order to understand the mixers of the automatic type in more detail, it is necessary to study how they function and what types they are.

Note! All information given in this review is correct only for quality products. You should not buy budget options, because most often their quality is much to be desired, and the thermoelement fails in a very short period of time.

Principle of operation

Consider the principle of operation of a thermostatic mixer, everything is quite simple:

A certain valve is responsible for adjusting the intensity of the water supply and its mixing., which is connected to a special patron.
The cartridge is the main element of this system. and can be made using wax filler or bimetallic springs. And he and another option when the temperature changes expands or narrows and through a special fastening and adjusting screw transmits the force to the valve, opening or closing it.
A safety screw is installed on the adjusting screw; when the temperature rises above 65 degrees or the cold water supply is stopped, it automatically blocks all water. This system guarantees safe operation and prevents scalding. When the water supply is resumed, the system resumes operation.

It looks like the device design from the inside, everything is very simple, at the same time efficiently and safely

We figured out what a thermostatic mixer is and how this device works, now consider how adjustments are made:

On the system most often there are two handles. The first one regulates the temperature of the water, you independently set the desired value, and after switching on, the mixer independently controls the mixing proportions, this is very convenient, since you do not need to adjust the water for a long time.
The second handle is responsible for the pressure, you can adjust it in the widest possible limits, depending on your needs and the specific use.
In the most advanced models there is a touch control system, it is even more practical and more convenient. We will look at it in more detail in the next chapter.

On the right, temperature adjustment, on the left - pressure, this system is traditional and is used in most devices of this type.

Types of products

All mixers of this type can be divided into groups depending on some features. In terms of application, there are three main options: for the kitchen, for the bath and for the sink.

The thermostatic kitchen faucet has the following features:

It has a fastening system to the sink, that is, it is installed on a plane.
The spout pipe in such constructions is raised high to simplify and facilitate the washing of dishes, as well as vegetables and fruits.
An aerator must be present on the spout, it improves the performance of the jet and makes the water supply more uniform.

Kitchen options differ from others in height of the gander and its form

Tip! For the kitchen, it is better to choose stainless steel products, their surface is resistant to aggressive compositions and does not deteriorate under the influence of detergents.

Sink mixers feature the following features:

The length of the spout is small and it is not very high.
The design is very simple and often is a stand with spout.
It is attached to the plane of the shell.

Monoblock - a great solution for the sink

For use in bathrooms it is best to use the following options:

The arrangement of the arrangement is wall-mounted, while the width of the pipe flanges for connection must be standard.
The system must have a shower.
You can choose the option with or without a gander.

According to the type of management, there are two options:

Mechanical modifications are a system with two handles that adjust the pressure and temperature. They can be stylized as levers or valves, but the essence does not change: you set the necessary parameters with your own hands, after which the device is ready for operation.
Electronic options are more perfect. All information is displayed on the LCD screen, and the necessary settings are made through sensors. For the operation of the system, it is equipped with batteries or through the adapter is connected to the network, the instruction will prompt all the required information.

Electronic devices are not only functional, but also beautiful

Conclusion

Thermostatic mixer - the perfect solution for which the future. Already, its cost is not much higher than the price of an ordinary good product, and reliability meets the highest standards. The video in this article will show some important points in more detail.