Does Glacier Bay make AquaSource?

Look for Glacier Bay Cartridges Instead, AquaSource faucets are compatible with parts that can also be used with other faucet brands. In particular, Glacier Bay — Home Depot’s equivalent to AquaSource — cartridges by DANCO will work in AquaSource faucets.

What is a ceramic cartridge?

Ceramic disc cartridges are simply two ceramic discs with holes through them. One disc is fixed in place whilst the other moves with the tap handle. When both discs are in alignment, the water is allowed to flow through the tap. When they are no longer aligned, the water stops.

What is a faucet cartridge?

Many standard household faucets are cartridge faucets, single- or two-handle. The cartridge is a plastic piece in your faucet that controls water flow. Replacing the bathroom faucet cartridge is a plumbing fix you can do in less than an hour. Your faucet won’t leak at the base or around the handles anymore.

Who makes AquaSource faucet?

LF, LLC
Both Lowe’s and AquaSource are owned by LF, LLC. It would be fair to say that makes AquaSource a Lowe’s-specific kitchen faucet brand. You’ll also find this brand being sold frequently online, especially through websites like Amazon or eBay.

How do I contact AquaSource?

Their customer service department should be able to help you: 1-866-417-7564)

Are ceramic disc valves better?

Ceramic disc faucets are much tougher, better able to deal with extreme temperatures, and can go for years without needing repairs or replacing. You can tell a ceramic disc faucet at a glance. They use one lever on top of a broad cylindrical faucet body, and you can operate them just by giving the lever a quarter-turn.

Are ceramic valves better?

Ceramic disc valves are inherently sturdy, highly reliable and rarely in need of repairs. The disadvantage of ceramic disc valve faucets is the premium price you pay for the technology and precision manufacturing.

Are tap cartridges universal?

Compatibility. Our replacement valves & cartridges are compatible with many different makes of popular taps including Astracast, Blanco, Brev, Bristan, Carron, Crosswater, Deva, Franke, Hudson Reed, Jacuzzi, Mayfair, Ocean, Sagittarius, Tapmate, Tre Mercati, Ultra and many more.

How do I know what faucet cartridge to buy?

Use a caliper or ruler and measure the cartridge. Do this by measuring from the base to the tip (from seat to splines). Pay attention to the length tier of your cartridge (Lengths range from 1–12).

Why do faucets have cartridges?

The function of a cartridge is to turn the water on and off, and to control the quantity of water flowing through a faucet.