Tap Connector Fibre Washer - What Size ?

[Contax]

My kitchen sink pillar tap has a pinhole in the main body so I want to replace it, I would like to confirm the size of the fibre washer. I think it is 1/2" for kitchen and basin taps, 3/4" for bath taps, am I correct?
I want to get new fibre washers in case the old one is damaged, I belive it should be replaced every time so will have to get some before I try to tackle the job.

 

[dextrous]

Without wishing to sound crass- it depends on what tap you have.

 

[Contax]

The taps are Mercia OT HN Kitchen Tap Lever 1/2" (OT could be QT).
I have the yorkshire tap connector that solders to a 15mm pipe but the fibre washer is missing, I wanted to know what to order for spare fibre washers only, I enquired about some 1/2" fibre washers on eBay but seller said not suitable for plumbing (he was selling CH parts). If I could get out I would take fitting to hardware store to get one that fits but as snowed in in a rural area and not being able to get to bus stop due to arthritis I was looking to get some by mail order but don't want to order wrong type.

 

[kevindgas]

sadly the 1/2" ones come in two different sizes and its not until you undo it you can find out which one it is

 

[Nige F]

A bit of hemp will do it just as well IF you can get at the connector to wind it round That`s what was done before the fibre washers

 

[Burnerman]

If you go to Bert & Queenies they do fibre washers in multi packs...just the job for stock.
John

 

[cashjob]

Get yerself a tube of Fernox LSX sealer.

There's nothing on this earth that can't be sealed with a squeeze of old faithful LSX. Don't leave home without it! Take it from me, I'm a pro!!

 

[Burnerman]

Is that the clear stuff, that sticks like Araldite?
John

 

[cashjob]

Yes, thats another benefit. You can stick things with it too!

Is there nothing LSX can't do?

 

[Contax]

I don't mind buying both types if I know what to get size and type. Not much fun living out of bottles and buckets of water as I have to keep water turned off just turning on each night to top up supplies, dare not leave on with just tape on leak in case it gets worse.

 

[Burnerman]

Yes, thats another benefit. You can stick things with it too!

Is there nothing LSX can't do?

I've actually stopped using it because it wouldn't ever come undone and the fittings were ruined.....if its the same stuff.
John