A ball valve is a locking mechanism in which the movable part of the shutter has the shape of a ball with a hole through which water passes. Unlike conventional pipeline valves with gate valves, ball valves lock the pipe more reliably and more tightly - the risk of leakage due to loose gaskets is minimal.
Today, one of the most popular locking elements are Bugatti taps. Italian plumbing is famous all over the world for its quality, beautiful appearance and ergonomics. What is the advantage of Italian taps?
Bugatti ball valves
Structurally, an Italian-made ball valve is no different from ordinary representatives of this category of valves. All the advantages of the elements are due to the properties of the materials from which they are made.
So, the body is made of brass with a little lead added. This increases the strength of the reinforcement while maintaining environmental friendliness - the product is safe forhe alth. In addition, the use of "triple alloy" makes Bugatti valves resistant to corrosion.
The check ball seats are made of two triple PTFE gaskets. Thanks to them, reliable and high tightness, easy and smooth rotation of the ball plug are ensured. Due to the low expansion coefficient, hot water taps do not stick when heated.
The manufacturer also guarantees reliable sealing in the area where the stem meets the body thanks to the use of three O-rings. If a leak occurs, it is enough to tighten one of the O-rings to eliminate it.
Advantages of Italian faucets
The main advantage of Bugatti ball valves lies in both simple and original design. The valve consists of several elements - a body, a ball valve, a stem and a rotary handle. Unlike products from other manufacturers, the valve is designed as a "ball in support".
The spherical cork has a special protrusion at the bottom - a trunnion, which is included in a special recess. Due to this, there is almost no resistance to rotation, the crane can be quickly and securely fixed in any position.
The Bugatti polymer valve seats, under the influence of increasing pressure in the system (when the flow is blocked), fit snugly against the ball valve and do not allow fluid to seep further. All this leads to high reliability and reliable sealing of the pipeline.
Methods andcrane mounting features
Sleeve connectors are used to introduce stop valves into the pipeline. At the inlet, a conical or cylindrical thread is cut along the inner edge of the body - this increases the reliability of the connection. At the outlet, the thread is located outside, this simplifies the docking of the faucet with other water fittings.
On the market, you can only find Bugatti taps with female connecting threads. It is advisable to use such products in the area of high working pressure.
When installing the locking device, it must be remembered that the body is made of brass - a very soft metal. Therefore, to avoid deformation during disassembly and assembly, use a special open-end wrench or plumbing adjustable tool.
During installation, it is necessary to ensure that the axis of the crane and pipes match - a slight misalignment can damage the product. Inspect fittings for dents and small cracks after installation to avoid leaks.
Compliance with sanitary standards
Today, Bugatti ball valves are supplied to the domestic market with the Kentucky and Eco-Green markings. It means that the body of the product is made of an alloy with a minimum amount of lead. During production, the TEM technology is used, which involves the rejection of nickel plating of products in order to protect them from corrosion. This is also beneficial for the safety of the crane.
Inside the ball valve there areperforated holes that do not allow water to stagnate in the faucet body. Such a constructive solution minimizes the risk of a hotbed of spread of pathogenic bacteria. In addition, the perforations in the Bugatti faucet equalize the pressure within the plumbing system by constantly circulating the water.
Parameters of household faucets
For installation in the home plumbing system, the Italian company produces fittings with inlet and outlet diameters from 10 to 90 mm. This is enough to supply any apartment pipeline. The maximum working pressure at which the manufacturer guarantees the correct operation of the products is 64 bar or 6.4 MPa.
Bugatti taps function normally at fluid temperatures from -20 oC to +150 oC. Moreover, the products can easily withstand a sharp temperature drop in the same range. A separate word should be said about the cranes marked Kentucky. They have a longer thread, which is why the dimensions and weight of the reinforcement are somewhat larger than those of conventional elements.
Bugatti American Crane
The “American” connection, which is a coupling with a shoulder and a union nut resting against it, allows you to connect the valve to two pipe sections by rotating only one nut. The Bugatti faucet's American threaded connection allows it to be dismantled and reused elsewhere.
At the same time, the reinforcement is endowed with other advantages:
- ensures high connection reliability;
- it becomes possible to dismantle the tap in case of clogging;
- create conditions for quick and easy installation;
- you can use an ordinary wrench to install.
But you will have to pay more money for such "improved" fittings. So, if the price of a Bugatti 1 ball valve without an "American" varies from 300 to 900 rubles, then in some cases you will have to pay up to 1.5 thousand for a reinforced connection. However, it's worth it.
Electric cranes
In the summer cottage, in order not to constantly go down into the water well and not shut off the water supply, you can install an Italian tap with an electric drive mechanism. This combination of electric motor and armature is also used in cramped conditions when it is necessary to install a locking device and forget about its existence once and for all.
To work, such taps are connected to a 220 V network. Therefore, due to the high humidity in the area of work with pipes, it is better to invite a specialist or at least an electrician for installation.
The cost of an electric ball valve from Bugatti varies from 5 to 11 thousand rubles. This fact stops many potential buyers. It is better to make a purchase in a specialized store - this way you will minimize the risk of purchasing a counterfeit or fake product.
Bugatti has established itself as a supplier of quality and reliable fittings worldwide. By purchasing itproducts, you can be sure of their quality and durability.
