Identification a cartridge faucet is so common you ve probably seen dozens and not even noticed.
Faucet cartridge identification.
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When you turn the handle of a faucet the handle turns the cartridge within the valve to control the flow of water out of the spout of the faucet.
Next identify the broach pattern with the broach chart see page b 5.
Pay attention to the length tier of your cartridge lengths range from 1 12.
Raising the lever turns the water on.
Do this by measuring from the base to the tip from seat to splines.
The model number or part number is typically preceded by p n in the image above the model number is 6227 v3 aa.
Fortunately there are several ways of identifying the faucet brands.
The supply line is located below the sink countertop bath rim or behind the bowl of a bidet.
Use a caliper or ruler and measure the cartridge.
With a cartridge faucet the action is smooth and consistent.
A compression faucet requires you to tighten down compress the washer to close the water flow.
It s a simple faucet but instead of having two separate taps or knobs for both hot and cold water there s simply a lever above the spigot.
There is no such thing as a generic replacement when it comes to faucets because many if not all manufacturers vary the length of stems spline counts and cartridge shapes that makes each faucet unique.
Water volume control cartridges quarter turn ceramic disk cartridges.
The model number is printed on a tag that is attached to the cold water supply line of the faucet.
Types of faucet cartridges.
Identify your cartridge color finish.
How to use a faucet valve stem cartridge identification chart.
The faucet does not have any markings of any kind.
Normally i would take this as a hint and replace the faucet.
I brought the cartridge in to several hardware stores and dedicated plumbing supply stores but nobody could identify it.
However you can tell the difference by how the handles feel when used.
Need to replace faucet cartridge.
I have also searched online plumbing supply stores but again no luck.