What is a water pressure reducer ? In what situations is its installation necessary? What should you pay attention to when choosing the right model? We answer these questions in a new article.
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Uncontrolled pressure surges are a common phenomenon in water installations. There may be many causes - from differences in water consumption at particular times to improper execution of individual elements of the installation. However, this problem should not be ignored. An excessive increase in pressure can lead to many complications:
increased water consumption and higher bills;
unpleasant noise coming from the pipes;
deformation of parts of installations made of soft materials;
leakage of the installation and, consequently, flooding of the building.
However, these complications can be avoided quite easily. If pressure surges occur frequently in your installation, a pressure reducer should be installed. This device is installed directly after the main valve and water filter in the main supply line. If this is not possible, installation of tanks and heaters on the pipes is also allowed.
As the name suggests, their task is to reduce pressure if it increases. This is possible thanks to the use of a special membrane that, by resisting the flowing water, reduces its pressure. Users of water pressure reducers can select the appropriate output pressure value - even if the input pressure changes frequently and, consequently, the water flow is unstable.
When to buy a water pressure reducer?
By installing a water pressure regulator, the investor can be sure that the pressure in the system will be maintained at a stable level, within specified standards. Its use is also an effective way to avoid excessive water consumption and, consequently, reduce bills. According to specialists, installing a reducer is especially important if:
the resting pressure in the system exceeds 5 bar;
the resting pressure upstream of the safety valve is higher than 80%. its opening pressure values;
the installation is exposed to frequent temperature fluctuations;
the pressure of the medium does not enable safe and efficient operation of the devices connected to the installation.
You can read more about the indications for using the reducer in: another entry on our blog .
What should you pay attention to when choosing a pressure reducer?
The pressure reducer must be durable and adapted to the specificity of the installation and the needs of its users. For this to happen, when choosing a specific model, the following should be taken into account primarily:
material : reducers available on the market are made of stainless steel (cheaper, but less resistant to corrosion) and brass (more expensive, but less susceptible to corrosion);
installation diameter : it should be adapted to the diameter of the supply pipe;
type of construction : if the installation does not have a water filter installed, it is worth considering purchasing a reducer equipped with this element;
presence of a manometer : it allows quick measurement of water pressure in the installation and thus easy diagnosis of possible problems;
type of setting : the reducer can be equipped with a fixed or variable setting. The second type allows you to change the operating parameters of the device.
TOP 3 best water pressure reducers
The pressure reducer has a significant impact on the reliability and functionality of the water installation. That's why in the Onninen.pl store we offer you only high-quality products from recognized manufacturers. They also include reducers that will prove useful even in the most demanding applications. These include:
RESIDEO BRAUKMAN D06F-2AM pressure regulator – operates at an output pressure of 0 to 10 bar, also in pressurization mode. It is made of brass, which guarantees its high durability. RESIDEO BRAUKMAN D06F-2AM model is supplied with a pressure gauge;
pressure reducer SYR 6243.15.006 – model made of brass, making it very resistant to corrosion. It is perfect for installations transporting high-temperature water (up to 90 degrees). SYR 6243.15.006 provides an output pressure of 4 to 8 bar;
pressure reducer SYR 6243.15.006 – supports output pressure in the range of 1.5 to 6 bar and can work with two pressure gauges (inlet and outlet). Thanks to precise brass workmanship, it ensures long-term and trouble-free operation.
Investing in a pressure reducer will bring benefits, both in terms of pressure stability, water savings and long-term failure-free operation of the entire water installation. Therefore, it is worth choosing high-quality models with specifications adapted to the installation requirements. If you have any doubts, please contact us and seek advice from our employees.