Touch sink mixer: how it works

Nowadays, technology does not stand still. Every day there are more and more new inventions that are aimed, first of all, at making life easier for people. They are comfortable, safe, economical and even bring some kind of zest to the interior of the house. Thus, in particular, “smart” mixers were created, which combined the convenience of operation, water saving and stylish modern design.

When it comes to the mixer, people immediately imagine a tap that has either two valves (for hot and cold water) or one lever. That is why the mixer got such a name that it mixes hot and cold water.

In the modern world, each person strives to follow new technologies and use them in everyday life. Many have already retooled their homes, getting rid of the traditional faucet valve system, which often brought a lot of trouble: you had to change the gasket in the faucet, as it was constantly leaking, or even installing a new one, if the previous one failed. Now this and many other problems have been solved.

With the help of a touch mixer, you can forget about the constant leakage from the faucet, save water consumption, not be afraid that children can get burned by opening hot water instead of cold water, and leaving home do not worry that the faucet is not closed.

These mixers are equipped with highly durable lithium batteries.that will last more than one year. In addition, these cranes have a very attractive design: they do not have any valves, no levers or joysticks. They are made of high quality materials, chrome-plated and will decorate any sink or washbasin.

Touch mixer in the first place has external specific features that distinguish it from the usual mechanical. He does not have any valves or levers. It is just a tap.

The only thing that can be placed on it is a small water temperature regulator, although even it is absent on expensive mixers - they have a sensory temperature control, which is most often located at the bottom.

This mixer has its own specific features:

• the water supply starts automatically and depends on how long the hands will be in view of the IR sensor;
• it is possible to adjust the water pressure;
• You can adjust the comfortable temperature of the water, which will be constant;
• The sensor's sensitivity zone can also be adjusted in the range from 1 to 30 cm;
• Many mixers provide for setting the time for water supply, on and off.

There are many types of mixers according to different parameters.

Depending on the destination, touch mixers are divided into:

• swivel type kitchen faucet;
• external and built-in bidet mixers;
• faucets for toilet bowls that supply water for 10-15 seconds.

In appearance, they can be:

• the mixer with the touch display of a button view;
• contactless mixers;
• illuminated touch mixers.

The shape and size of emit:

• fixed;
• rotary;
• long (up to 35 cm);
• medium (about 20 cm);
• shortened;
• designer

According to the principle of operation, the following options can be distinguished:

• with separate cranes;
• double spout;
• single lever;
• electronic.

By program type there is:

• mixers that continuously supply water while the hands are in the zone of vision of the sensor;
• mixers that periodically supply water are turned off if the palms do not move.

The following mixers can be distinguished by the type of sensor:

• with infrared sensor;
• with photocell;
• with ultrasound sensor.

As well as any thing, this device necessary in any house has a number of advantages and disadvantages.

The positive characteristics include the following characteristics.

• Hygiene. There is no need to touch such a crane with your hands; therefore, bacteria do not accumulate on it. Since there are no valves, they do not require constant opening, and dirt and various microorganisms do not accumulate on them.
• Convenience. No need to open the water - as soon as the hands fall into the visibility range of the IR sensor, the water will flow from the tap itself.
• Reliability. Since there are no levers and valves, they do not need to be constantly turned, which as a result prolongs the service life of the mixer.
• Efficiency. Water consumption is noticeably reduced, as it turns off immediately after the hands are removed from the tap.

• Original design. Such a mixer will look favorably in any room.
• Security. Water will always be blocked, so there is no possibility of flooding the neighbors. Since the temperature is adjusted according to personal desire, you can not get burned or overcooled, because the water will always be a comfortable temperature.
• Ideal for public places.People do not touch it with their hands, do not twist and break the valve, besides water will not flow in vain.

As for the negative sides, they are as follows.

• The “smart” faucet is not very good for the kitchen, where it is constantly necessary to regulate the temperature of the water - for example, when washing meat, fish, fruits, vegetables and dishes, different temperature conditions are necessary. With this mixer, it is uncomfortable, because each time it will be necessary to change the temperature level of the water supplied, and this is not very convenient due to the relative complexity of the settings. It is also inconvenient to draw water from it, for example, into a pot, kettle, and even the sink itself, for example, to soak plates, mugs and cutlery. To do this, the hand must be near the sensor.
• A touch mixer is also inconvenient for a bath. To fill it, you have to turn off the sensor.
• A touch mixer is most often attached to the sink itself.Although it has many varieties, but there are no wall mixers yet.

Of course, everyone who came across such mixers was interested in how they were arranged and what the scheme of their functioning was. Like any other high-tech device, such a mixer implies an electrical power source. Such is the 9V lithium battery. It is durable enough - it lasts up to two years if water turns on from three to five thousand times a month. This amount is more than enough at home.

The set of such a mixer consists of:

• electronic unit;
• batteries;
• valve;
• spout;
• filter;
• connecting hose.

Installation of the touch mixer is different from the installation of a conventional crane, but it is also easy to install with your own hands, especially since all the necessary parts are included.

Connection takes place in two stages:

• installation of the hull;
• connection with plumbing.

The first step is to turn off the water. If we are talking about replacing the old crane, then it must be removed. The body is mounted on the sink or washbasin. A special gasket is installed, then the device is fixed with a nut. Then it is necessary to connect the mixer with the electronic control unit using a connecting hose - it is usually included in the mixer kit.

Next is the connection nipples with pipes. The hot water pipe joins the red nipple and the cold pipe to the blue. Then be sure to connect the sensor cable to the electronic unit. Now you can install the necessary batteries and check how the faucet works. To do this, hold your hand in front of the sensor and see if the water will flow. If everything is in order, then you can proceed to the additional settings of temperature, time interval and sensitivity.

If problems arise during the operation of the mixer, then it is better, of course, to contact specialists. Most often, consumers are faced with the problem of clogging of the aerator. In this case, the water pressure is greatly reduced, as this element becomes clogged or rusting. This is not a serious problem: it is enough to remove the old one and install a new aerator.

It will also happen that water starts flowing without putting a hand to the sensor. This means that a bright light has hit it. To solve this problem you just need to eliminate its source.

Currently on sale you can find products from various manufacturers of touch mixers. Among the producing countries, the leading position is occupied by Germany - it produces high-quality mixers in different price categories.

Buy such a device can be in the range of 5 to 30 thousand rubles, depending on the brand, configuration, material and design.

Popular trademarks are:

• Oras;
• Grohe;
• Varion.

Oras manufactures sensor mixers for both public and home use. She often arranges special promotions and discounts for buyers on their products.There is also an Oras App app for setting, adjusting and maintaining mixers.

The Grohe brand produces high-tech mixers, shower sets, installation systems, and all sorts of accessories. There is an online store where you can get acquainted with the assortment, pick up and order the right product.

Varion is a Russian manufacturer of mixers, also well known to customers. Produces faucets for the kitchen, bathroom, shower systems and components.

Judging by the numerous reviews of customers who have decided to install a touch mixer of any company with a decent reputation, there is no need to fear the use of new technologies and developments in everyday life - in most cases they make our lives more comfortable. If you follow all the tips on the choice, installation and location of the touch mixer, its use will introduce only positive moments in everyday life.

Before you buy a mixer, you need to understand what type of water supply in the house - one-pipe or two-pipe. In the latter type, the touch mixer will be possible to install only on a hot or cold pipe.When choosing, it is necessary not to fall into the trap and not to buy, instead of the touch one, an ordinary faucet with a sensor for starting and stopping the water supply. It is better to choose cranes with sensitivity adjustment in order to be able to optimally adjust them. Do not forget about the presence of special functions, which are also important: adjusting the interval of operation and water supply, off and on. Also good mixers in which you can adjust the comfortable temperature of the water.

The price of the touch mixer will depend primarily on:

• the number of functions;
• size;
• the presence or absence of a remote control;
• jet lengths;
• design;
• the quality of the materials used;
• manufacturer.

Today, when choosing a touch faucet for your home, you need to consider that the optimal place to install and use it is a washbasin or washbasin in the bathroom, as well as a bidet.They were not very comfortable in the kitchen and in the bathroom - these are the places where you often need to change the temperature of the water or type liquid in the tank.

To do this, you will have to constantly stand side by side and keep your hand in the sensor's sensitivity zone, so you should not completely trust advertisements of famous brands that insist on a complete re-equipment of housing using only sensory mixers. It may happen that a waste of money happens. After some time, it will be necessary to replace such a mixer with an ordinary one for ease of use.

Immediately it is necessary to determine what characteristics the mixer should have, what its device will be - this will facilitate the choice.

Installation can be done easily with your own hands, because everything you need is included in the kit, but in the event of a serious breakdown it is better to seek professional help.

In the next video you are waiting for the installation, connection and configuration of an infrared touch mixer Roca M3.