Float valve is a small device that is used not only in toilet cisterns, but also in other containers. For example, it can be used to water the site. In this case, the device is inserted into a water tank that will be installed outdoors. A feature of this design is that the water in the tank will be warmed up by the sun's rays and will become more useful for plants. Thanks to the valve in the tank, the required water level is maintained.
It should be noted that this device can be used in different conditions: in closed and open containers, pipelines. As for the correct choice of the device, then you should be guided by some criteria. First of all, determine the size of your container. The electric type float valve can be used in small tanks, from where water intake will be frequent. In this case, topping up the liquid will be optimal. The design of the device does not allow moisture to pass through, as it has a high-quality and very dense assembly. Therefore, its advantage is a long service life.
Float valve for water can also be used to protect the pumpstations from running dry. This function is especially useful if the suburban area is poorly supplied with water or there is a weak pressure in the pipeline. Naturally, such an electrical device will not work without power. Although this shortcoming should not be considered significant.
An excellent option is to install a mechanical device. Its main advantage is independence from electricity. This design is made mainly of plastic. However, for its effective operation, it is necessary to use such tanks in which there is an air adjustable float. However, the water pressure in this case should not be too high.
The mechanical float valve has a fairly simple design, which allows you to mount it yourself. And the simultaneous installation of two types of devices will ensure that the capacity does not overflow.
Very often, a mechanical type float valve is installed in toilet cisterns. If it is already worn out, then it must be replaced to prevent fluid leakage. However, you should decide on the water pressure that exists in your system. If it is too large, the valve will not stop the leak. In the case of low pressure in the system, an incorrectly selected device will lead to too slow water intake.
Replacing the float valve for the toilet is very simple: you need to shut off the fluid supply, drain it from the tank, unscrew the nut connectingthe shank of the presented element with a pipe. Now you can pull out the device by removing the handle and unscrewing the fasteners. Then you can make a replacement and fix everything well.
That's all the features of the choice and replacement of the float valve. Good luck!
