The identification process is actually straightforward since you basically have to have an image of one and match it with the actual faucet. If the features and the description that you see on the diagram match the faucet you are working with, then that is, in fact, an American Standard Faucet. Also, these faucets have the name “American Standard” ingrained/imprinted on them. Another distinctive feature of the American Faucet is that it has three screws in the cartridge under the handle.

Faucet aerators

At the end of a faucet, is a small screen that is essentially put there for the purpose of reducing the amount of water that comes out of the faucet. It controls the water streams by adding air to it as it steams out.

As part of its functionality, the aerator also:

• Maintains the water pressure
• Reduce the amount of water streaming out
• Shapes/structures the water
• Prevents water from splashing
• Catches any debris that may be in the water

Faucet stems and cartridges

A faucet cartridge is a plastic piece found inside the American Standard Faucet, that controls the flow of water. The faucet stem, on the other hand, is the part that is attached to the handle. It basically shuts off the water flow once the moving part is pressed against the fixed part of the faucet.

Valve

All the valve does is control the pressure, the temperature, as well as the direction of the flow of water through a tube. It essentially controls the water passing through the faucet by turning it on and off. If the valve fails, then that is no longer a faucet. That is how important the valve is.

Faucet handle

A faucet handle is a system put in place to open the valve and control the water flow when it is turned on. And shuts the water when turned off. It could be made of an up (on) and down (off) mechanism, or the clockwise (off) and anti-clockwise mechanism (on).

Diverters

This is a handle that is made for the faucet and is used to direct the water flow from the faucet valve to any of the outlets depending on the use and the intention. For example, the faucet head.

Faucet spouts

A faucet spout delivers water from the body all the way to the sink. It is the part that you will notice first when you enter into a bathroom. The shapes of faucet spouts vary; a straight spout provides a long reach, while a gooseneck-shaped faucet has a high-arc shape to it.

Gasket

This is the mechanism that is between the water inlet port and the valve system. A faucet gasket is responsible for preventing water from leaking.

Cap

This is basically a small plastic or metallic disk that protects the inner parts of the American Standard Faucet. It is also installed for the purpose of decoration. This is usually the first part to come off when repairing your faucet.

Cam and packing

A packing is that mechanism in an American Standard Faucet that is rubbery in material and helps seal out water whenever it is compressed.

The tab on the cam is usually with the slot on the valve.

The mount

This is what the faucet will be attached to. A good example is the deck mount, which is very easy to install if and only if there is enough space between the sink and wall. This however, you can do without and just attach the faucet directly onto the wall. It all depends on your tastes and preferences.

Seats and springs

The springs inside an American Standard Faucet usually presses the seal tightly onto the ball to hold back water. The seals being mentioned, are usually found in the hot and cold water inlet ports inside the valves. The seat and spring can be easily replaced once they are worn out after disassembling the faucet.

O-Rings

Typically, there are usually three O-rings fitted around a cartridge. These O-rings prevent water from leaking through metal-to-metal and metal-plastic surfaces. It functions as a non-leakage device. O-rings are also rubber material.

Escutcheon covers

Found mostly under the sink and behind the faucets, the escutcheon is a piece of metal that is basically responsible for disguising the holes on your wall where a pipe comes through. Most escutcheons are designed in such a way that they match the faucet.

Conclusion

This article is meant to guide you on how to identify an American Standard Bathroom Faucet and all that it constitutes. We hope it is a good guide for your professional or DIY projects.