Is this air valve made of metal? Someone posted brass with chrome plating--can a few people PLEASE verify this? Someone also said the gauge doesn't really gauge in that it's either on high or low--can a few people PLEASE verifty this also--as valve...
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It is indeed constructed from chrome plated brass. It is quite rugged compared to plastic gang valves and will take quite a bit more abuse than cheaper valves. It isn't indestructible, but it should hold up well in most circumstances. It has two inlets (one on each end) but it comes with an end cap if you only need to use one inlet. The valves are fully adjustable, though it takes a steady hand to get precise control over the air flow as the valves are the quarter-turn type. I highly recommend this gang valve.
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Seems to be made of chrome plated die cast for the base, possibly chrome plated brass for the spout (everything is non magnetic). The valve body appears to be brass, very thin. Very simple but functional.
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It's not brass. I am not in front of it so I can't remember of the top of my head if it is plastic and stainless steel or just plastic. I know at least the fitting area is stainless steel. It still works great and cleans up easily. No issues so far.
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I can't answer that for you. However HarborFreight sells a surprisingly nice, permanent mount air hose reel made of steel. Mine's been going strong 3+ years without issue and used a couple times a week. I'm not a fan of most things HarborFreight, but that one is worth it.
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Its been about 6 months since i installed it. My recollection is that it is colored or coated on the front but not the back. So I'm sure its not solid brass.It also seemed heavier than I would think this thickness of aluminum would be. My guess is that it is more like a thin sheet metal. I replaced one that was 19 years old and I see noreason that this one won't last that long.
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It seems to be metal. I know the inside appears to be a nylon ball valve. I do know that after using this product for almost a year now it has worked flawlessly. I am actually going to purchase another for our second bathroom. It is a very we'll made product for the price
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Hi Miriam, no brass is made of copper and zinc. The lighter the colour the more zinc is in it. Often used for pipes. Hope this is helpful, cheers, Pam
1914387
Forgive me but the flapper housing may not be made of plastic, as I mentioned it was in my initial post. From the picture it appears to be metal. (My old vent fan's exhaust was made of plastic--I confused the two.)
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Metal from what I can see but I don't have a valve puller. It's a quality tube, it has stayed at or near pressure for 6 months with only 2 top ups
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I understand your concern regarding the lead but I have another question for you:all the other faucets you have in the house, mainly the kitchen are made from what material? Lead in brass is a stabilized component, is not just "leaking" lead. This device is mainly for the showering water, it's intent is not to filter drinking water. Anyway, as far as I can see myself, its internal surface is also chromed and the water contact with the casing is minimal as long as it has sealing o-rings both at entry and exit of the water. Our personal experience with it was that after an usual shower we did not have the itchy back skin as before which we find as a good sign. I hope that this helps.
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How easy and smooth it is to put on and remove the air valve is an indicator of the quality of the air pump. It should not be an issue if the valve is made properly. This is why I spent a little more money and purchased the Serfas TCPG Bicycle Floor Pump. The experience I have had with cheaper bicycle pumps is similar to yours. The Serfas pump works very well and smoothly and easily goes on and comes off the air valve. I've had no problems with it and highly recommend it.
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The one I purchased is brass but I recently found these fittings which appeared to be made with much poorer quality materials and workmanship at home depot so I unfortunately cannot vouch for what is now being sold. A significant reduction in quality in the brass fitting and in now what appears to be a plastic clamp with poor quality screws. They used to be a very well made product. Sorry
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Yes, I believe that is the correct label for this type of valve. Very solid feel and operation, brass metal.
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I looks like stainless steel but another answer says it is nickel plated brass. Now I have used this hose I wouldn't recommend it as it is too stiff. I tried it on a hose reel and it still comes off in loops and when you pull it a loop will kink if you don't try to straighten it out first.
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Strange- no its definitely chrome. We accidentally ordered two and the seller wants to charge us a restocking fee- let me know if you'd be interested in buying from us- we'd give you a discount from the regular price.... But as far as the hand held goes- we like it a lot. It has nice pressure and has a good weight in your hand. We can send you photos of our installed one as well as the extra one we have if you like.... Garrpat@aol.com Thanks!
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clamps onto the air valve stem.....since buying it i have used it on all our family's cars.....air pillow inflatables..etc. so far works great..very happy with it....
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Ha! Good question. It looks like I was fooled! I just assumed the exterior of the hose was stainless steel mesh stuff. I just looked at mine and it's probably a non metallic mesh, but looks and feels fine. I had to use a magnifying glass to see that the strands are probably made of a fishing string type looking material. It's probably okay quality for the life of the faucet and I've no reason to doubt it. Inside the mesh appears to be a flexible rubber type hosing. I'll have to put this in my review.As our dear, departed, California Huell would say, "Oh my gosh, that's amaaazing! Do you mean to say . . . . " Ha! Good question. It looks like I was fooled! I just assumed the exterior of the hose was stainless steel mesh stuff. I just looked at mine and it's probably a non metallic mesh, but looks and feels fine. I had to use a magnifying glass to see that the strands are probably made of a fishing string type looking material. It's probably okay quality for the life of the faucet and I've no reason to doubt it. Inside the mesh appears to be a flexible rubber type hosing. I'll have to put this in my review.As our dear, departed, California Huell would say, "Oh my gosh, that's amaaazing!... » Read More Ha! Good question. It looks like I was fooled! I just assumed the exterior of the hose was stainless steel mesh stuff. I just looked at mine and it's probably a non metallic mesh, but looks and feels fine. I had to use a magnifying glass to see that the strands are probably made of a fishing string type looking material. It's probably okay quality for the life of the faucet and I've no reason to doubt it. Inside the mesh appears to be a flexible rubber type hosing. I'll have to put this in my review.As our dear, departed, California Huell would say, "Oh my gosh, that's amaaazing! Do you mean to say . . . . " « Show Less