The valve core is the key to controlling and regulating the water outlet, and we usually cannot see its true appearance. For faucets, the quality of the valve core is an important basis for evaluating the overall quality of the faucet, so caution must be exercised when selecting. There are three common types of valve cores: ceramic disc valve cores, stainless steel ball cores, and shaft rolling valve cores.

ceramic disc valve core
Product features: Currently widely used, affordable, low pollution, good sealing, wear-resistant, and long service life.

Stainless Steel Ball Valve
Product features: It is a high-tech faucet valve core, which is commonly used by high-end bathroom brands such as Gaoyi and Jiumu Frap、 Hengjie and others. Stainless steel valve core is particularly suitable for areas with poor water quality, and its lifespan will not be affected by water quality; It can also accurately control the water temperature, but the price will be relatively expensive.

Roller type valve core
The handle rotates smoothly, the operation is simple and easy, the feel is comfortable and easy, and it is resistant to aging.

When purchasing, simply choose a faucet with a ceramic valve core. You can use your index and middle fingers to gently grip the handle of the faucet and swing it up, down, left, and right on site to see if it is flexible and not loose, and if it blocks the feel. If not, it indicates that the feel is good and the quality of the faucet valve core is up to standard.

The above are the things to pay attention to when choosing a faucet. Although faucets are small, they are also a guarantee for household health water use, so it is important to choose them carefully.