Which tap am I looking for?
To finish your installation you have various taps, for both private and business installations. The difference between a tap and shut-off valves is that shut-off valves can also be used for other liquids such as gas or compressed air pipes.
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In this category you will find different types of taps and valves, below you will find a brief explanation of all types:
Washing machine tap : A tap specifically for connecting washing machines or dishwashers, often with a non-return valve. Most commonly used for household appliances.
Ball Valve : A valve with a rotating ball for fully opening or closing the pipe. Most commonly used for water or gas pipes.
Angle valve : A compact valve that is placed at right angles to the pipe. Most commonly used to control water to sinks or toilets.
Shut-off Valve : A general valve used to shut off or regulate the water supply. Most commonly used for main lines or specific sections in an installation.
Pressure reducing valve : A valve that reduces and stabilizes water pressure. Most commonly used on incoming water lines.
Filling valve : A tap used to fill water into systems such as central heating systems. Most commonly used for central heating systems (CV).
Backwash filter : A filter that purifies water and can be easily cleaned by backwashing. Most commonly used in drinking water installations.
Backwash protection : A protection to prevent backflow of polluted water. Mostly used in water installations where hygiene is important.
Drains : Small taps to drain water from pipes or systems. Mostly used in central heating systems or for pipe maintenance.
Important information for cranes!
DN stands for the internal dimension in mm.
PN stands for the pressure class in bar.
BI stands for internal thread, 3/4BI is for example 3/4 inch internal thread (colloquially, but incorrectly, also called inch)
BU stands for external thread, 1/2 BU is for example 1/2 inch external thread