Just want to say, do not rush to buy these nozzles. Most likely these will not suit you. It is necessary to think over some points: the height of the gander, the pressure of the water, where and why the mixer stands.
I saw these nozzles, browsing products with Aliexpress. I liked the idea. Such a nozzle does not require periodic replacement of batteries. Since they simply are not there. Electricity for the glow of the LEDs is generated by a rotating impeller inside.
At first, I decided to postpone the purchase until later. The primary concern was the shower head. Since ours already worked not so well. If you clean holes from plaque, it helps once or twice, then already, clean, do not clean, anyway spray anywhere. I wanted something like that. I decided to find it with backlight. Ordered, delivered - liked. There were only two tricks. When I was looking for cheaper, I almost ordered "with a random" subnet, and not with a temperature one. That is, the shower would flicker randomly, all depending on the temperature of the water, like a Christmas tree garland. But I don’t need it at all. Such frequent flickering is only annoying, I would even say it gets on my nerves. Moreover, this thing has to be used daily, and not endured once a year. So, he caught himself on time and changed the order. I knew about the second catch, but there were no other normal options: For some reason, his cold water glows green, and warm water glows blue. Red is correct. Everyone knows that cold is blue. But here it is not so. The Chinese mixed the roofing felts over the entire party, the roofing felts decided that it would be better. The blue backlight turned out to be more beautiful. In general, the shower works well and everything looks pretty cool.
Now, why all this? After all, we are talking about a nozzle for a tap, and not for a shower. And for comparison. I also ordered two nozzles on the crane. They are cheap and why not try it? Delivered. Installed myself without any problems. The old mesh unscrewed normally, right with your fingers. I did not change them very long ago. Native mesh - metal, quickly rust and crumble. Water begins to spatter around. Bought in the market, in return for their plastic. They work longer. As they clogged with pebbles, removed, blew and put it in place. Now twisted these new ones with LED bulbs. He placed one nozzle in the bathroom above the sink, and the other into the kitchen. I did not put it over the bathroom. Our pressure is not strong, but I want to fill the bathroom faster, so as not to wait long.
There was a nozzle in the kitchen for two days. In the bathroom, over the sink for a week. Everyone is now idle. The first reason - not impressed. The backlight is not as bright as the soul. But if you turn off the light, it will be beautiful. But I will not brush my teeth in the dark every time and admire how the water and the paste that got on my ears instead of my teeth shine)) In the kitchen: water, of course, is consumed economically with such a nozzle. Colors shine correctly: blue is cold water, green is warm, red is hot. But that's all for that, the rest is just the cons. Color switching is delayed. When I wash a plate with detergents, I need a lot of water to wash this “soap”; I don’t want to eat it with food. And the nozzle does not give a lot of water. I turn it on full, it starts to splash heavily. Streams of water become very strong, hit a plate and fly around on the sides of the countertop, walls and me. The nozzle cannot give out a large consumption. At the top, water passes through three tiny slots into it.
Their width is only about a millimeter. This is probably to ensure that the impeller inside does not spin too quickly. The slots direct three jets onto the impeller and spin the water along with it.
Bottom holes are also not enough. Water through them escapes with a whistle.
A seven-post impeller is hidden under a slit plate. She was very small.
Calcium and rust deposits are already clearly visible. But the nozzle was only a week. And what will happen in a year? It is unlikely that she will last a long time. And all because of its location. The gander looks up, there remains water in it, as well as in the mixer mechanism. And the nozzle hangs down. It is wetted and dried many times a day. Each time, when dried, a new coating layer remains. It is seen that plaque remains more on horizontal surfaces where drops of water remain. Drops flow down from the vertical walls and they remain clean.
The rotary axis of the impeller enters the inside of the plastic housing.
Inside, everything is flooded, one can say indiscriminate. In general, I thought that the magnets would be built directly into the blades, but here the rotating magnet is hidden inside, in the body cavity. A black strip is visible through the walls. I think this scarf on which should stand: temperature sensor, coil, rectifier and current limiter. On the reverse side, a three-color LED is visible, it is only one.
Such a nozzle is interesting and must exist. Only in a more expensive version. It should be wider and allow enough water to pass through. So that it does not accelerate too quickly. It is implemented in the shower head, so this is possible. And most likely such, have not yet been looking. I did not set myself such a goal. Maybe someone will come up with such an option as it is. In those cases when it is important to save water or limit its consumption when there is a instantaneous water heater. It may also be suitable where electricity is often cut off. The water is highlighted and illuminated a bit of what is around. Although this is poor lighting, you can wash your hands. Batteries are not needed. It will shine as much as water flows or until it breaks. If you shine a flashlight, all the time you think whether it will sit down at the most inopportune moment. It turns out that in the nozzle the electricity is free.
Buy these things, it's interesting. But this model turned out to be a children's toy rather than a useful one. Such, but more expensive and better worth taking. Then it will give solidity to boring mixers.
Features
Nozzles can be called decorative elements, which relatively recently began to appear on sale. Basically, they are purchased as a souvenir or along with other interesting elements in Chinese stores on the Internet. These products are not produced by famous brands, but most often by small companies that are not known to anyone.
But with proper use, the nozzle can still perform useful functions. Due to some features, the LED located inside this small part is capable of changing the shade of the supplied water pressure depending on the temperature indicator.
In order to make it easier to navigate, below we give the ratio of temperature and color indicators of the nozzle:
- at temperatures up to 32 degrees the color of water is blue,
- when the temperature rises from 33 to 40 degrees, the color changes to green,
- from 41 to 45 degrees - red,
- from 45 degrees or more, the backlight remains red, but it starts to blink.
We draw your attention to the fact that the color change scheme is the most common, however, there are other options for sale.
In order to avoid an unpleasant situation, the recommendations in the instructions remind you that before using the nozzle, you need to test it several times in all modes. Thus, you will not only find out what color corresponds to temperature indicators, but you can also choose the optimal water temperature for yourself.
Purpose of nozzles
The luminous device for cranes is quite a new decorative item. Usually a luminous nozzle is bought as a souvenir or, like a number of other cheap little things from a Chinese manufacturer, in an online store. This fact can be explained by the fact that the product has very limited functionality, in addition, such nozzles are not produced by famous brands. As mentioned earlier, Chinese manufacturers are engaged in their manufacture.
The proper use of luminous nozzles can bring practical benefits. The nozzle is characterized by a special design that allows you to change the color of the backlight when turning on hot or cold water.
Temperature affects the color scheme of water. Thus, the color of the LED depends on how much water is heated.
Do not ignore the fact that the combination can work in a different way, although this is most often found. If you use a different principle of operation, you need to pay attention to the instructions. In addition, before taking a shower, it is better to try the product with different modes, to determine the correct correspondence to the degree of heating of the jet and the color scheme of the backlight. Thanks to this, taking a shower with backlight will be more comfortable.
What is characterized by?
The manufacture of LED nozzles engaged in Chinese firms, as mentioned earlier. A fairly useful addition to the product is the availability of a description in English. In addition, the luminous nozzles have simple and few functions, that is, it is not difficult for anyone to understand the instructions. Moreover, one cannot ignore the fact that often nozzles can also have a Russian-language description. However, this is usually just a translation, the quality of which raises rather strong doubts, in connection with which the English interpretation seems more reliable.
Usually the complete set of delivered products is represented by the nozzle itself and adapters with different diameters in order to be used on mixers of different sizes, optional elements in the kit can be an aerator or divider. It is worth noting that the luminous nozzle is arranged quite simply. It is represented by a body in the form of a hollow tube, one end of which has a thread on the inside so that it can be fixed on a tap or on an adapter. The material from which the nozzle is made can be different and, of course, affects the quality and cost of the LED. As a rule, metal products are of higher quality and rather high cost, silumin or plastic products will cost much cheaper, but they will not be pleased with a high level of quality. In addition, these two materials will differ in weight category: metal nozzles will have a weight of 50 grams or more.
The internal content of the nozzle is a mini-turbine, the operation of which is associated with a water stream. Products with the lowest cost will not include a turbine, but batteries that are not characterized by a long service life. It is advisable to choose a nozzle with temperature control. As part of this product there are three-color LEDs, as well as the simplest thermal sensor, which are connected to the turbine.
When the temperature of the water stream changes, this affects the color gamut of the LED. When the tap is closed and the water stops flowing, the nozzle automatically turns off. The outer side of the LED is closed using a divider, which forms a fairly dense stream of water.
If the nozzles are made with high quality, the inlet should have a metal mesh. This is necessary in order to filter and clean the flow of water passing through it. In this regard, the surface of the mesh should always be clean, free from contamination. Thanks to this filter, the nozzle will last longer.
Thus, the design of the luminous nozzle is not complicated, so you can install the nozzle yourself, and this procedure does not take much time and does not require much effort.
- First, you need to screw adapters with the desired diameters to the tap.
- Secondly, the nozzle itself is fixed to the adapter (it is screwed strictly on the thread).
- Thirdly, it is necessary to check the tightness of the connections, for which water is turned on.
- After this, it is also necessary to carry out a change in the temperature of the water stream in order to find out how the colors of the backlight change. In the same way, you can choose the most optimal mode.
Advantages and disadvantages
The product is only a decorative element. Despite this, the nozzles have some pros and cons, so you should pay attention to them even before making a purchase.
The undoubted advantages of LED nozzles will be the presence of the following facts:
- installing the nozzle, the user gets the opportunity to illuminate the work area (sink or sink) without turning on the light. This is convenient if, for example, you need to rinse something quickly,
- the presence of aerators can save up to 15 percent of water costs, that is, the utility bill may be slightly less
- due to the fact that a certain temperature of the water corresponds to its color, it is faster and easier to make water with the desired heating level without falling under too hot, or, conversely, too cold a stream,
- simplicity and speed of installation,
- even the highest quality products have a fairly affordable cost for a wide range of customers, while many online stores provide their customers with free delivery service.
With this set of advantages, LED nozzles also have some disadvantages:
- in length, the product is usually from 3 to 7 centimeters, that is, the nozzles are compact, but this makes them rather fragile, which is associated with a short term of operation,
- if the water flows with insufficient pressure, the turbine (or battery) may simply not start. Because of this, the nozzle will not work, and the stream of water will be highlighted.
The light nozzle can be used as a decoration. The right product choice and the right installation, as well as a beautiful palette will help you enjoy the purchase longer.
In the video below you can see an overview of the luminous nozzle on the crane.
Advantages and disadvantages
The purchased product in the kit has batteries in the form of batteries, but they are only required in order to check the operation of the installation, since their charge is weak.
Those who have already installed such a device in their bathroom or kitchen note a number of its advantages.
- Nozzles do not need an additional power source. They do not need batteries or chargers powered by electricity.
- The device can act as a kind of signaling device. Since the nozzle changes color depending on the temperature, you can always find out how hot or cold water comes from the tap.
- The installation is able to fit into any style of interior and crane design. This unique element can become an original decoration of the interior, regardless of the color in which the decision is made.
- Using the LED nozzle, you can organize a fairy tale and comfort in the home.
So if you have a desire to diversify the space in the house, you can hardly do without the presented device. Such an installation will seem like a real find for households, and guests will be delighted with it.
The negative sides of this device also have:
- in the absence of proper water pressure, the nozzle will not work, and the water will not light up,
- products are very fragile, as they are small (their length ranges from 3 to 7 cm), as a result of which their useful life is short.
Models
You can purchase LED tips in several options:
The first model is available in several types. They can be with an arbitrary shade change and with a built-in temperature sensor. The most popular type is the second. It responds to changes in the temperature of the supplied water. If the value is borderline, for example, the water is not cold, but also not warm enough, then the nozzle begins to flash both green and blue.
Installation of such a nozzle is simple and takes only a few minutes.The installation process is also simplified due to the fact that all modern mixers have a removable nozzle with a filter, due to the removal of which the nozzle with a backlight is installed. The filter is removed, the light nozzle is wound, and you can use it.
Such devices are produced in a classic design, so they blend perfectly with any mixer.
The second nozzle model is designed for installation in the shower. The cost of such a nozzle is greater than the previous version, but the effect of it is significant.
She, no doubt, will appeal to people of any age, since we are all children at heart. Such an insignificant detail will not only allow you to enjoy magical moments, but will also make it possible to have a pleasant evening, taking an unforgettable shower with your other half. A few minutes of magic, such an installation on the shower will give the child: they are delighted with the water, which glows with all possible colors.
So, color showerheads are as follows:
- with a built-in sensor - they, as in the previous version, change color depending on the temperature of the water,
- multicolor - here colors can vary arbitrarily, they will not depend on temperature.
Users note that the second option is more beautiful for the shower, since the water shimmers with all possible shades in the work.
These models do not need batteries. All the necessary energy is generated by water. Inside the nozzle there is a small turbine that starts to work from the streams and emit light. That is, acquiring such a nozzle, you become the owner of a miniature hydroelectric power station.
Such a nozzle is made of chromed plastic, which allows you to fit it into any bathroom interior.
You can buy such nozzle models in the Bradex store, reviews of which are only positive. Having bought such a nozzle here, you will enjoy temperature control, observing how the flow palette changes.
How to install?
You can install the nozzle yourself without the help of masters. Everything is very simple, the main thing is to remember to place a special rubber gasket inside, which acts as a seal between the spout and the nozzle. If this is not done, water can pour out of the cracks, which is very unpleasant.
Although the device can be called primitive, it is advisable to study the instructions in detail before installing it. In this case, it will take you no more than 5 minutes to place it.
The installation process is as follows:
- gently unscrew from the spout a mixer with a filter,
- put the seal included in the kit into the nozzle,
- set it to spout.
Images that are in the instructions can help with the installation: they describe the whole process in detail.
After the installation is completed, you can turn on the water.
- The nozzle will start working the first time it is turned on. Since the water will be cold at first, the color of the stream will be blue.
- Try increasing the temperature of the water and follow the sensor - it should change color.
- Maximize the temperature. The LED head should turn red and then blink.
The last indicator will be most useful: you can always find out how hot the tap water is, especially when you have to bathe a small child.
Now that everything is set in place, and the luminous nozzle itself has passed the test, you can take a bath with aromatic oils, relax and enjoy the results. The effect will be amazing!
You will learn more about LED nozzles on the crane by watching the following video.
Product purpose
The luminous nozzle on the crane is a relatively new decorative item. As a rule, they buy such nozzles either as souvenirs, or together with other cheap things in Chinese online stores.
This is understandable: the product cannot boast of functionality, because it is not eminent brands who are engaged in its production, but nameless companies from the Middle Kingdom.
The color of the jet depends on the temperature
However, with proper use, such a nozzle can still be useful. Due to the special design of the internal LED, the illumination of the water jet changes depending on the temperature.
So that you can navigate, in the table below we show the dependence of the degree of heating of the liquid and the color of the LEDs:
| Water temperature, 0 С | Backlight |
| Less than 30 - 32 | Blue |
| 33 – 40 | Green |
| 41 – 45 | Red |
| 45-50 and more | Flashing red |
Note! This scheme is the most common, but other combinations may occur. To avoid unpleasant surprises, the instruction recommends that you test the product several times in all modes before use and choose the most comfortable degree of water heating for you.
Assembly and installation
As we have already noted, the LED faucet nozzle is made in China. In this case, manufacturers usually provide it with an English description, which is very useful. And if you take into account a rather modest set of functions, then problems with understanding the instructions usually do not arise.
Note! In some cases, the instruction in Russian is also included. However, the quality of the translation is quite low, so in disputed moments it is better to focus on the English version.
Scope of delivery includes:
- The nozzle itself.
- Several adapters for cranes of different diameters.
- Sometimes - additional aerators and dividers.
Photos of the device and the included adapters
As for the device of the product, it does not differ in complexity:
- The body is a hollow tube, at one end of which an internal thread is cut for installation on a tap or adapter. High-quality nozzles are made of metal, cheaper ones are made of silumin or even plastic. It is easiest to distinguish a metal product from a plastic one by weight: less than 50 g should not weigh a good device.
- Inside the casing is a mini-turbine that runs on a stream of water. The cheapest nozzles are equipped with batteries instead of the turbine, but they fail very quickly.
Approximately such diodes are equipped with nozzles
- The turbine connects to a three-color LED and a simple temperature sensor. When the water temperature changes, the LED changes its color, and when the flow of liquid stops, it completely turns off.
- Outside, the LED is closed by a divider, which contributes to the formation of a denser flow of water.
- For high-quality nozzles, a metal mesh is fixed at the entrance. It plays the role of a coarse filter, therefore it is necessary to periodically remove contaminants from its surface. In addition, the presence of a filter significantly extends the life of the nozzle.
The strainer must be cleaned regularly.
As you can see, there is nothing complicated in the design.
Do-it-yourself installation of the nozzle is carried out just the same way:
- On the spout of the crane we install an adapter of a suitable diameter.
- We screw the product onto the adapter, making sure that the thread does not move.
- Turn on the water, checking the tightness of the connection details.
- We change the water temperature, noting a change in the glow and choosing the optimal mode.
The installation process is very simple.
Advantages and disadvantages
Since this nozzle is just a decorative element, you should not seriously discuss its strengths and weaknesses. Nevertheless, such devices have certain advantages and disadvantages, and it is advisable to keep them in mind before buying.
For kitchen faucets, such a product is almost always suitable
The advantages include the following considerations:
- First of all, installing the nozzle allows you to highlight the work area (sink or sink), so that you can wash your hands and not turn on the light.
- Secondly, due to the presence of an aerator, 5 to 15% of water is saved.
- Thirdly, a light indication of the degree of heating allows us to select the optimal temperature without fear of burns or hypothermia of the hands.
- Fourth, the device is very easy to mount and remove: neither special skills nor sophisticated tools are needed.
In addition, the price even for high-quality models is quite affordable. And given that most online stores practice free shipping, the purchase price is purely symbolic.
As for the cons, they also have:
- The length of such a nozzle is from 30 to 70 mm. Compact models do not differ in strength, and larger ones can not be installed on any crane.
- Sometimes the water pressure is not enough to start the turbine, because the LED does not light up.
- In bright light, the backlight does not look as spectacular as at dusk, so you will have to look closely to determine the temperature.
In the twilight, the design looks more impressive
However, we repeat: we are talking about a fun accessory, so it’s probably not worth analyzing its functionality too seriously.
Conclusion
The LED faucet nozzle can decorate your bathroom or kitchen. If you choose a high-quality model and install it correctly (and it is almost impossible to make a mistake here), then the illumination of the jet from the crane will please you for quite some time.
You can learn more about these devices by watching the video in this article.
