One disc is fixed in place whilst the other moves with the tap handle.
Ceramic disk tap stiff.
While the tap is in use.
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These do need maintenance sometimes to fix issues such as.
Ceramic disc cartridges are made with two ceramic discs each with two holes for mixer taps or one hole for a pillar or two handle tap.
Need a ceramic disc spindle that will fit with your current tapware.
When both discs are in alignment the water is allowed to flow through the tap and when they are no longer aligned the water stops.
It is the water pressure against the underside of the discs which keeps them in place.
The majority of taps are sold with ceramic disc cartridges or valves these days.
It provides a seal between the metal of the tap and the ceramic disc.
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Gritty or stiff operation 4.
Photo 3 shows a valve body b ceramic discs c retaining washer.