The noise from banging pipes is caused by shocks of high speed
water flowing in the pipe when a fixture is suddenly closed. Sudden
stoppage causes a "bounceback" of the water and is called
water hammer. It might be compared to driving your car at slow
speed into a wall where the effect is negligible. However, if you
drove the car at a much higher speed, the impact would be greater,
and consequently, so would the bounceback or shock.
Dishwashers, clothes washers, quick-closing faucets all contribute
to creating water hammer which is not only annoying but damaging
to pipes and appliances. The simple, economical solution
is Watts Series LF150A designed with a pre-charged air chamber
and a rugged sealed-in diaphragm which flexes to absorb the
shock. It can be installed vertically, horizontally or at any angle.
Features
- WATER HAMMER ARRESTOR and FITTING with 3/4" hose thread connection for
washing machines
- Pre-charged air chamber
- Sealed in diaphragm
- Complete stainless steel chamber construction
- Rechargeable