What is a ceramic cartridge? The cartridge is a part of the faucet and plays a vital role. The cartridge is made of ceramics, brass, etc. So, which is better, ceramic valve core or brass core? Let's find out together.

What is a ceramic cartridge
The ceramic cartridge is actually a part of the faucet. The use of the ceramic cartridge is actually the water flow controller of the faucet. The introduction and closure of the water flow is controlled by the rotation of the ceramic scartridge. Moreover, the quality of the ceramic valve core is good, and the firmness of the ceramic valve core is high, it is not easy to loosen, and there will be no water leakage. The water outlet of the ceramic valve core is relatively smooth, and there will be no water interruption. In the family, if the cartridge of the faucet used is not good, it will affect the water quality, and the ceramic spool is a natural material that will not affect the human body.
Ceramic cartridges are used in faucets, and generally include three different usage situations: vegetable sinks, wash basins, and shower faucets. Therefore, the prices of ceramic spools are also different.
Which is better, ceramic cartridges or copper cartridges?
The faucet cartridges used in households are mostly made of ceramic cartridges, including hot and cold water mixing valves, such as cartridges for sinks, basins, and shower faucets. Ceramic cartridges are widely used. Only some old-fashioned single-cooling faucets and commonly used valves still use copper valve cores. Compared with copper valve cores, ceramic valve cores are more wear-resistant, and ceramic valve cores will not rust and affect water quality. At the same time, the quality of the ceramic valve core is very good, relatively firm, it will not loosen, and there will be no water leakage, and the water will flow more smoothly, and there will be no water interruption. In the past, some iron and copper faucet spools would leak due to wear and tear during use, and now they have basically withdrawn from the faucet market.

Selection skills of ceramic valve core
1. Look at the feel. When purchasing a ceramic cartridges, it depends on the feel of the faucet switch. The ceramic cartridges with good sealing performance has a good resistance to opening times, and it will not cause the faucet to drip due to the wear of the cartridges. Using high-quality ceramic valve core, the faucet feels good, and the opening and closing are smooth and comfortable.
2. Look at the coating. The coating of the faucet is also very important. After the faucet is ground and polished, the surface should be plated with nickel or chrome to prevent the faucet from being oxidized. After nickel or chrome plating, the faucet can be subjected to a medium-sized hydrochloric acid test to see whether the faucet is corroded within a certain period of time.
3. Look at the quality inspection certificate. When choosing a faucet, it is best to ask the salesperson for a faucet quality inspection certificate.

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