Faucets
Flow regulators are used in faucets and kitchen sprays to meet Code and Standard requirements (2.2 gpm max or 0.5 gpm max @ 60 psi) and save water and energy without sacrificing the comfort of use. They can be inserted directly into a faucet (or kitchen spray) or combined with an aerator (PCA product line).
Shower installations To meet Code and Standard requirements (2.5 gpm max @ 80 psi) flow regulators are inserted into showerheads and showerhandles. In commercial and institutional shower installations (multiple showerheads supplied by a single hot/cold water system) flow regulators improve the distribution of water and help save water and energy without loss of comfort.
Instantaneous water heaters
By compensating for varying inlet pressures flow regulators provide a constant flow rate of cold water through the heat exchange area of the heater to produce hot water at a constant temperature.
Solenoid valves
With the combination of a time controlled solenoid valve and a pressure compensating flow regulator a pre-defined volume of fluid can be dispensed regardless of the line pressure. Applications range from beverage dispensing equipment, electronic faucets (0.25 gpc requirement) to a variety of appliances.
Combining flow control and backflow protection In applications where both backflow protection and flow regulation are required to improve function or meet Codes and Standards (e.g. kitchen faucet with pull-out spray) flow regulating check valves provide a space saving solution to control both rate and direction of flow.
