flexible tap connectors

[grommett]

I have a basin mixer tap with flexible tap connector hoses which terminate in tap connector fittings (threaded cap with rubber washer). Is it OK to remove the compression ring from one side of a service valve and screw the tap connector on in its place?

Cheers

 

[JPC]

it normally works but be carefull as the service valve is for olives and hence has a sharper edge to it and might cut through the rubber washer if tightened too much

 

[stevehayes]

you can usually buy flexy tap connectors with built in service vales.

 

[ChrisR]

Yes but run a file across the end of the iso valve in case it's too sharp. Don't overtighten or you'll split the washer.

 

[JPC]

chris, not a bad idea the file..i might use one next time

 

[jon92]

I have similar connectors with a monobloc I have just bought. Would it be safer to use a fitting with compression at one end and BSP male at the other, and connect the flexi to that? Or would that also need filing?

 

[muggles]

Yeah that'd work but I think you'll struggle to find an isolator that's BSP at one end. As long as it's filed square (or sanded - it might be better to use a sheet of 60grit sandpaper on a flat surface and move the valve over the paper if you've got the water off and can remove it) you'll be absolutely fine.

I don't like flexi's as a rule but if they're supplied I generally use them, and I've used the sandpaper-on-a-board method a few times with no leaks at all

 

[jon92]

Thanks a lot, I'll give it a go with the sandpaper and see how I get on.