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Laboratory faucets provide running water for rinsing, cleaning, or
filling glassware and vessels in laboratories. They are found on
lab sinks in schools, hospitals, research facilities, and similar
settings. These faucets can be used to install a faucet on a new
sink or replace an old faucet on an existing sink.
If you want your lab to produce accurate and confirmable results,
you need the right equipment.
Most people focus on heavy technical equipment when they think
about items that can influence their results, but in reality, it's
the small details that make a researcher's job easier. Choosing the
right laboratory faucets and valves might not seem like a big
decision, but making the right choice now can save you from
problems later.
There isn't a lab anywhere in the world that doesn't need water
faucets and valves. Whether it's for experiments or cleaning lab
equipment, water plays an essential part in all scientific studies.
Body | Solid brass |
Coating | High gloss epoxy powder,resistant to most chemicals,UV fading& heat |
Ceramic headwork | 90° turn ,500,000 life cycles,water static pressure Max.10 Bar |
Accessory | Detachable brass serrated nozzle,splash-controlled water filter attachable |
Handle | Ergonomic,high grade PP knob |
Gooseneck spout | 360° swing |
Single Faucets
These are the typical faucets that you see in labs everywhere. They
have an elongated neck that bends at the top so that the water runs
from the nozzle down into a sink. From this basic layout, there are
several design features to meet the needs of different lab
personnel.
For example, most lab nozzles feature a deck mount with the water
handle on the right side, but you can also get it on the left for
left-handed technicians. You can also choose to get them with
aerators, cold water buttons, and other features to meet your lab's
unique needs.
Choosing the length of the neck is an important part of picking the
correct single faucet for your lab. Make sure that you leave enough
room between the nozzle and bottom of the sink to fit buckets and
other containers that you'll fill with water.
Mixing Faucets
These are the faucets with two handles, one for hot water and one
for cold. You'll have more control over the temperature of the
water you use, but they also come with safety risks. If someone
leaves the hot water running and walks away from the faucet, the
next person may burn their hands when they try to use it.
These faucets, like single faucets, can also waste water, as people
tend to leave them on accidentally or when carrying something from
a sink to a table. Even if they only get left on for a few seconds,
those wasted gallons add up over time.
With that said, you will have control over water temperature and
can customize the faucet with an aerator or serrated nozzle. As
with a single faucet, you should take measurements to make sure
that you get the right sprout length.
Electronic Faucets
The main benefit of electronic faucets is that you'll have
hands-free access to water. Most of the faucets have an internal
mixer that keeps the water temperature below 122°F so that you
don't burn yourself. These faucets are perfect for sinks around a
lab, as they allow workers to wash their hands without having to
touch the handles.
Water Valves
Water valves allow you to control the amount and pressure of water.
These come in three varieties: straight, angle, and hose bibbs.
Labs can fit these valves with control flow cartridges and several
nozzles, some of which include aspirators and vacuum breakers. You
can also fit them with turrets, which allows you to have two valves
on one water source. You can also fit the valves with various
handles, some of which have hot and cold buttons on them.
Steam Valves
These valves help to control the pressure and release of steam for
your lab. It's important to use valves designed for steam for safety reasons. Incorrect
equipment can lead to built-up pressure, accidental release, and
burns. You can choose between a straight and angled valve and add
on turrets.
Gas Valves
There are three common types of gas valves you can have for your
lab: gas needle, gas fine needle, and gas ball valves.
Gas needle valves help you regulate air-flow at lower rates using a
small port and a threaded needle-shaped plunger. These valves are
hand adjusted to match small proportional movements. They're used
when you need to adjust a small amount of gas and are meant for
precision.
Ball valves are the most common type of valve in laboratories. A
ball sits in the bore and either allows gas to flow or blocks it.
These valves are for general purpose use.
Which Valves Do You Need?
Depending on the type of lab you run, you may need some of each
type of valve and faucet.
University labs need each type of valve due to the nature of
research and experimentation that occurs. Several students and
researchers work in the same space on different projects, and the
research changes every few years as new people get cycled in and
out of the lab. Ordering everything you need in advance will stop
you from having to postpone research while waiting on equipment.
For specialized labs, what you'll need depends on the type of
research conducted. Company labs tend to work with particular
substances, so you should have a good idea of your needs. The
turnover rate and change in focus that you see in universities
won't occur as quickly, giving you time to get what you need as you
need it.
For both labs, you should have multiple water faucets and valves.
Water is a necessity in any research, and is a safety requirement
as well. Place multiple sinks around your lab with at least one
electronic faucet. If someone works with volatile substances, you
don't want them touching handles, as others that might have a
sensitivity to that substance will then come in contact with it.
Safety When Working With Laboratory Faucets And Valves
The most important safety rule is that if someone isn't working
with a faucet and valve, turn it off immediately. Never allow
valves, especially those that control gas and steam, to stay on
longer than necessary. Some gasses could cause health issues if
released into the air. You should never assume that your safety
hoods will keep the gasses under control. Steam, on the other hand,
poses risks as it can burn anyone that comes across an unclosed
valve.
You should also have safety checks to make sure your valves work
properly. You should test them at least once a week to make sure
they only let out the amount of liquid that you want. If they show
signs of wear and tear, decay, or inaccuracies, replace them
immediately.
Keep your valves and faucets clear of anything that could damage
them. Impacts that cause damage to a valve could lead to a gas or
steam leak, which can cause health risks. You should use acoustic
and specialized sensors to test for leaks. Valve leakage increases
with time due to the erosion of the valve's sealing, so any leak
detected, no matter how small, should cause you to shut the valve
down and replace it.
You should also make sure that only authorized people use the
valves in your lab. Post signs next to each valve that states what
the valve controls and possible safety risks. You should also have
information about every type of substance you use in your lab
organized and accessible to everyone that works with the valves.
This step will help anyone that comes into contact with gasses and
steam.
You should have a proper ventilation system in all labs to limit
the gas and steam build-up if any valves fail. You should also only
buy valves from trusted vendors. Buying discounted valves could
lead to problems, as these valves are often either repurposed or
re-used. Only buy new valves from a company that specializes in
producing high-quality fixtures and equipment.