Faucet Cartridge Identification

Types of faucet cartridges.

Faucet cartridge identification.

Identify your cartridge color finish. I brought the cartridge in to several hardware stores and dedicated plumbing supply stores but nobody could identify it. 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.

However you can tell the difference by how the handles feel when used. The model number or part number is typically preceded by p n in the image above the model number is 6227 v3 aa. A cartridge is connected to a handle and resides within a valve which resides within the faucet. Identification a cartridge faucet is so common you ve probably seen dozens and not even noticed.

Use a caliper or ruler and measure the cartridge. Next identify the broach pattern with the broach chart see page b 5. Need to replace faucet cartridge. Fortunately there are several ways of identifying the faucet brands.

Do this by measuring from the base to the tip from seat to splines. A compression faucet requires you to tighten down compress the washer to close the water flow. The faucet does not have any markings of any kind. With a cartridge faucet the action is smooth and consistent.

Raising the lever turns the water on. The model number is printed on a tag that is attached to the cold water supply line of the faucet. Click here to start the selector tool and find the right part to replace your damaged worn out cartridge or ball. Normally i would take this as a hint and replace the faucet.

Double handle cartridge faucets look almost indistinguishable from a compression washer faucet. Select the color finish that matches your old cartridge. Pay attention to the length tier of your cartridge lengths range from 1 12. The supply line is located below the sink countertop bath rim or behind the bowl of a bidet.

Water volume control cartridges quarter turn ceramic disk cartridges.