Do Ceramic Disc Taps Wear Out?

Ceramic disc taps are often used in bathroom sealing switches. Ceramic Seal Rings are composed of a moving sheet and a static sheet and become the core functional component of the sealing component. Compared with traditional rubber seals, Ceramic Seals are more durable and have better sealing performance. However, ceramic seals can still wear out over time.

The two contact surfaces of the moving sheet and the static sheet are originally very smooth surfaces, which can evacuate the gas in the middle and form a vacuum to form a close fit. In theory, there is no wear. In reality, the ceramic sealing plate wears out. The main reason is the water inevitably contains impurities and particulate matter of various sizes. When the Ceramic Valves is turned on and off, these particulate matter will accumulate to varying degrees on the High Polishing Ceramic Seal Faces under the action of water pressure. At the same time, these particles will also enter the surface between the moving plate and the static plate, and is squeezed and rubbed by the two sheets, thereby causing friction with the surface of the sealing plate, causing the surface of the sealing plate to gradually wear. Wear will cause the sealing performance of the Ceramic sealing disc to decrease, which may cause the faucet to leak. When a faucet leaks, it usually needs to be repaired by replacing the ceramic seal.

However, ceramic seals wear more slowly than rubber seals. they are usually 95% Alumina ceramic disc, which has higher hardness and wear resistance and can better resist friction and wear. Therefore, ceramic seals usually have a longer service life than rubber seals.

In order to extend the service life of the ceramic sealing disc, the following measures can be taken:

1. Clean the faucet regularly to prevent impurities and particulate matter from adhering to the surface of the ceramic seal and reduce wear.

2. Avoid turning the faucet on and off with excessive force to reduce the stamping friction on the surface of the ceramic sealing disc.

3. Regularly check whether the faucet is leaking. If there is water leakage, replace the ceramic seal in time.

In short, although the ceramic sealing disc is relatively wear-resistant, it will still wear out during long-term use. What we need to pay attention to is that through the above measures, we can extend its service life and maintain good sealing performance.