BATH AND WATER FIXTURES

BUILDING SERVICES -01

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MITHUN GOWDA N
VISHESH N MURTHY
HARI PRASAD
HRUSHIKESH SANJAY YADAV
ANIRUDHA
KAUSHIK
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What is a tap?

Tap is a fitting which control water supply

How does a tap work?

The principle is very simple and effective. Taps are normally constructed from solid brass for a longer life and then chrome or gold plated to add an easy to
clean finish. The water pipe is connected to the bottom. Water is then held in a chamber until required. When you want water all you need to do is turn the
handle anticlockwise which unscrews an internal valve and starts the flow of the water.
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Types of water taps

Pillar taps Monoblocs

The most traditional style, pillar taps is usually used as two separate taps These taps operate almost similar to mixer taps, in that hot and cold
, hot and cold one for each temperature. Pillar taps tend to be affordable water supplies are mixed inside the tap, but the temperature and flow is
and easy to install. controlled with just one handle.
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Infra red taps Thermostatic taps

These taps are activated by a motion sensor which enables hands A thermostatic tap works by ensuring a constant temperature during
free operation, making them a more hygienic choice of bathroom use, which makes them a safer choice for the bathroom.Less risk for
tap. They feature an auto shut off eliminating the chances of tap accidents of burning.
being left running. But these taps are not economical
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Push tap Foot operated water tap

Foot operated no touch taps for ease of use and the prevention of
A push tap is a type operated by pushing a button to activate
cross contamination. No touch operation of communal products has
water flow. It's effectively a self-closing tap that once activated,
become very desirable during the Covid-19 pandemic to allow users
will only emit water for a short period of time. These taps are also
to operate, sinks, basins, drinking fountains and bottle fillers without
sometimes referred to as non-concussive taps.
using their hands.
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Types of bath taps based on where they are fixed.

Floor Mounted - Floor mounted bath taps are fixed to Deck Mounted – Secured to the surface of the bath
the floor and are notable for prominently displaying
pipes. Also known as freestanding taps
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Wall Mounted – Tap is mounted to the

Bath & Shower Mixer Taps- Bath Spouts – Luxurious bath fill.
wall, hiding the pipework and plumbing
Combination of bath filling taps They are the perfect bath tap to
behind the tiles in a bathroom, which
and a handheld showerhead that add that luxury touch to your
make them a popular choice for those
reaches from the tap and serves design
seeking a minimalistic, modern
as an in-bath shower piece.
bathroom style.
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Cross section of pillar tap Wash basin pipe fixtures

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Parts of tap

1. Handle- handle is the part of the tap which allows to open and close the tap allowing
flow of water and blockage
2. Stem and the packing - stem is the part of the tap that controls the flow of water by
pushing the washer down into the valve seat when in off position. Packing helps in
holding it firmly.
3. washer - washer sits at the bottom of the stem and prevents leaks.
4. Valve body and valve seat- this is where the flow of water is started and stopped ,
located inside the spigot.
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AERATOR

A faucet aerator (or tap aerator) is often found at the tip of modern indoor water faucets. Aerators can simply be screwed onto the faucet head,
creating a non-splashing stream and often delivering a mixture of water and air.

Functions of aerator

● Prevent splashing
● Shape the water stream coming out of the spout, to produce a straight and evenly pressured stream
● Conserve water and reduce energy costs
● Reduce faucet noise
● Increase perceived water pressure (often used in homes with low water pressure);
sometimes described as a pressure regulator or flow regulator
● Provide slight filtration of debris due to a small sieve plate
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A tap in which hot and cold water supplies have a joint outlet but are controlled separately. A mixer tap simply combines hot and cold water together through
single spout and the user alters the temperature by one or two controls.

Types of mixers -

1. Mono mixer bath taps

2. 2,3,4 hole mixer
3. Free standing , floor standing
4. Wall mounted
5. Bath mounted
6. Bath shower
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How does a mixer tap work?

In terms of how mixer taps actually work, the inside of the tap units contains small holes, also called valves or butterflies (due to their shape).

When one turn the tap on, these holes move from a closed position to a partially or fully open position, depending on the flow rate and temperature you are
trying to achieve. For example, if one just wants hot water, the cold handle will be off meaning the valve is completely closed, while the hot water will be
partially or fully open.
QUARTER TURN

Quarter turn taps use ceramic discs and is only a 90 degree turn to be on full pressure.
The face seal is made of plastic, and the 2 disks are made of ceramic and hence the
name. The spindle and the disc housing is made of copper or brass. And all of it goes
inside a steel body.

Parts of a cartridge cartridge Quarter turn tap

CD- ceramic discs Clockwise Anticlockwise

SINGLE LEVER TAPS

Taps that operate using one lever to control the water. Generally speaking, you turn the tap to the left to get progressively hotter water or to the right to get
progressively colder water.

Single lever tap cartridge with 2 inlets

Single Lever Diverter

Also known as Wall Mount Diverter, contains a independent control unit in the
absence of a water outlet source. An additional spout need to be provided for
outlet of water. Known for the luxury of design available in various style.

Single Lever Exposed Parts Kit of Hi-flow Diverter Consisting of Operating Lever,
Shower
Cartridge Sleeve, Wall Flange (with Seals), Button Assembly Sleeve & Button
(Compatible with ALD-079N)
General heights of the fixtures

Wash basins in bathroom is usually at a height of 750- Shower spouts happen at a height of 2000 - 2400 mm above the
800 mm above the finished floor level. finished floor level
General heights of the fixtures
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Push tap Foot Tap