Aerator Types
There are a number of requirements to classify a faucet aerator. This forms a fundamental aspect that should be considered when installing or replacing an old aerator. Some of the most common factors to consider include:
The design of the threads; there are two main types of tap aerators based on the thread design. There are the male and the female threads as shown in the figure below. The choice of a particular thread will be determined by the threads of the faucet spout.
The most common types of aerators based on the threads
The type of flow stream; the faucets are design to manipulate water flow, thus resulting in significant cost saving. The aerators that are available in the market produce different types of flow streams which will be determined by the design of the aerator. Some of the most common designs include:
The swivel and the stationary aerators; just like the name suggests; every component of the stationary aerator, do not move. On the other hand, the swivel aerators are considered to be more elaborate components which force water to flow in different directions. Others are designed with dual stream function. Thus, the end user can change the direction of the water stream. This can be achieved by either retracting or pulling on the aerator. The swivel faucet aerators are some of fascinating designs that are used in the modern tap systems.
The different streams of flow using the swivel aerators
The aerated/ bubble spray; this is one of the most popular types of aerator for most residential faucets. This is the most basic form of the aerators which mixes water air into water. This results in a non-splashing and soft to touch stream. The stream is larger and whiter than the other streams.
The bubble stream aerator
Needle spray; like other types of aerators, the needle aerators come with pressure compensation features which make them a perfect choice for residential tap systems. This implies that, with these sprays, one cannot notice whether there are any pressure fluctuations within the water supply system. In most cases, for people who want as a low water flow system, they’ll opt for either the bubble or needle stream flow systems. It adds air to the water, thereby enhancing the water stream that gives the sensation of having a large flow while dispensing less quantity of water. The needle spray was designed to achieve a shower like pattern. They can provide a good coverage of water. There are those which have been designed to achieve an ultra-low flow of water (about 0.5 gallons/minute).
The design of the threads; there are two main types of tap aerators based on the thread design. There are the male and the female threads as shown in the figure below. The choice of a particular thread will be determined by the threads of the faucet spout.
The most common types of aerators based on the threads
The type of flow stream; the faucets are design to manipulate water flow, thus resulting in significant cost saving. The aerators that are available in the market produce different types of flow streams which will be determined by the design of the aerator. Some of the most common designs include:
The swivel and the stationary aerators; just like the name suggests; every component of the stationary aerator, do not move. On the other hand, the swivel aerators are considered to be more elaborate components which force water to flow in different directions. Others are designed with dual stream function. Thus, the end user can change the direction of the water stream. This can be achieved by either retracting or pulling on the aerator. The swivel faucet aerators are some of fascinating designs that are used in the modern tap systems.
The different streams of flow using the swivel aerators
The aerated/ bubble spray; this is one of the most popular types of aerator for most residential faucets. This is the most basic form of the aerators which mixes water air into water. This results in a non-splashing and soft to touch stream. The stream is larger and whiter than the other streams.
The bubble stream aerator
Needle spray; like other types of aerators, the needle aerators come with pressure compensation features which make them a perfect choice for residential tap systems. This implies that, with these sprays, one cannot notice whether there are any pressure fluctuations within the water supply system. In most cases, for people who want as a low water flow system, they’ll opt for either the bubble or needle stream flow systems. It adds air to the water, thereby enhancing the water stream that gives the sensation of having a large flow while dispensing less quantity of water. The needle spray was designed to achieve a shower like pattern. They can provide a good coverage of water. There are those which have been designed to achieve an ultra-low flow of water (about 0.5 gallons/minute).
The needle spray system
Under normal circumstances, the standard faucet tends to waste a lot of water, especially if they are not fitted with the faucet aerators. The standard faucets are available in M22x1 for the male and M24x1 for the female threading. The use of different threading systems is also governed by different standards to eliminate incompatibility issues. In most cases, the aerators that are installed on these taps can save up to over 30% of water depending on the design of the aerator.
The lead-free dual thread pressure compensating types of spray bathrooms are also available. They guarantee significant cost saving, and they can be used in applications that can accommodate both female and male taps. They are mainly used for drinking water, and they can provide consistent water flow regardless of the fluctuating pressure in the tap system.
For property managers, installing tamper-proof tap aerators or the vandal resistant aerators can prevent the tenants from removing/replacing the faucet aerator. This equipment requires that the person removing it should have a special key. It is ideal for hotels, detention facilities, and schools.
There are very many types of aerators which have been designed for virtually all tap systems. It is upon the end user to choose one which suits his lifestyle best.
Under normal circumstances, the standard faucet tends to waste a lot of water, especially if they are not fitted with the faucet aerators. The standard faucets are available in M22x1 for the male and M24x1 for the female threading. The use of different threading systems is also governed by different standards to eliminate incompatibility issues. In most cases, the aerators that are installed on these taps can save up to over 30% of water depending on the design of the aerator.
The lead-free dual thread pressure compensating types of spray bathrooms are also available. They guarantee significant cost saving, and they can be used in applications that can accommodate both female and male taps. They are mainly used for drinking water, and they can provide consistent water flow regardless of the fluctuating pressure in the tap system.
For property managers, installing tamper-proof tap aerators or the vandal resistant aerators can prevent the tenants from removing/replacing the faucet aerator. This equipment requires that the person removing it should have a special key. It is ideal for hotels, detention facilities, and schools.
There are very many types of aerators which have been designed for virtually all tap systems. It is upon the end user to choose one which suits his lifestyle best.