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Lead-free tap ware - faucets, 11 Nov 2005, Victoria Australia To whom it may concern, I am a building designer interested in sourcing tap ware which is not chrome plated (for environmental/health reasons,) I was hoping that brass tap ware would be an appropriate replacement. I am, however, concerned about lead leachate in drinking water and would like to know where I can find reliable information on the topic. I understand the Australian standard is 5% led in brass tap ware. Is this level of concern? Are there ways to remediate the problem without chrome plating? Is there a no-lead brass tap ware range available? If you were able to shed light on any of these questions I would be very grateful. Regards Anthony Wright |
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ANSWER: 11 Nov 2005 Hi Anthony, This is one of the sites that i managed to reach that answers you query- http://doultonusa.com/HTML20pages/faucets_single_taps.htm The Neoclassical filter faucets design features: a.. Solid lead-free brass body b.. 2.2 GPM flow rate c.. Quarter turn ceramic disk valve d.. Spout swivels through 360 degrees e.. Lifetime drip-free warranty f.. Installs on 1/2 in. or standard sink hole on either side of the main faucet g.. Exceeds all US standards, including NSF Polished Chrome $100.00 Brushed Nickel (stainless look) $135.00 Polished Brass $165.00 Polished chrome with brass highlights $125.00 Almond $115.00 Euro-White $115.00 Bisque $115.00 Black $115.00 The materials, combined with the traditional and modern techniques used in these lead-free solid brass faucets production are of the highest quality exceeding the usual industry standards. The ceramic-disc valve is designed to exceed 450,000 trouble-free revolutions - approximately 50 years of normal use. They are the choice of many kitchen designers and remodelling professionals as well as discerning "do-it-yourself" plumbing and kitchen decorators who are mindful of healthy lifestyle. Not for use with reverse osmosis filtration (none air-gap taps). Reverse Osmosis (RO air-gap) taps are available by special order with delivery time of 10-14 business days. They are of the same design as our Neoclassical except with a slightly wider body. $12.50 fee for RO will be added. To order an air gap faucet simply select the finish of our filter faucets and add it to the shop cart. On the check-out state the "air-gap tap" in the comments (text) area. Air gap adaptor for RO systems is available for Mountain plumbing faucets. Contact us by phone: USA toll free 1.888.664.3336 Monday through Friday 9-6 (9-18), Saturday 9-1 (9-13) EST All other regions call: +1.248.258.5500 Fax: +1 248.258.6977 E-mail: info@doultonusa.com Web site: http://www.doultonusa.com By post: 19541 Cherry Hill Rd. Southfield, MI 48076 USA
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