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Oracstar Plastic Ball Float 115mm Round
The Oracstar Plastic Ball Float 115mm Round is an essential component in many plumbing systems, particularly in maintaining the water level in tanks and cisterns. This review will explore the features, benefits, and overall value of this plastic ball float.
Design and Material
- The Ball Float is designed to be both durable and efficient. It measures 115mm in diameter, making it suitable for a variety of applications. The round shape ensures that it can move freely within the tank or cistern, providing reliable performance.
- Constructed from high-quality plastic, this ball float is resistant to corrosion and chemical damage, ensuring a long lifespan even in harsh environments. The material is also lightweight, which helps in maintaining the buoyancy needed for effective operation.
Functionality
- The primary function of the Plastic Ball Float is to regulate the water level in tanks and cisterns. It works in conjunction with a ball valve to control the flow of water. As the water level rises, the float lifts, eventually closing the valve to stop the inflow of water. Conversely, as the water level drops, the float descends, opening the valve to allow more water in. This simple yet effective mechanism helps prevent overflow and ensures a consistent water supply.
Ease of Installation
- One of the key advantages of the Ball Float is its ease of installation. The float can be easily attached to the arm of a ball valve without the need for specialized tools or expertise. This makes it an ideal choice for both professional plumbers and DIY enthusiasts looking to maintain or repair their plumbing systems.
Versatility
- The Ball Float is versatile and can be used in a variety of settings. It is suitable for use in cold water tanks, central heating feed and expansion tanks, and toilet cisterns. This versatility makes it a valuable addition to any plumbing toolkit, ensuring you have the right component for a wide range of applications.
Environmental Considerations
Using high-quality, durable components like the Oracstar Plastic Ball Float can contribute to more sustainable plumbing practices. The long lifespan of the float reduces the need for frequent replacements, minimizing waste and conserving resources. Additionally, the plastic material is recyclable, ensuring that the float has a minimal impact on the environment at the end of its useful life.
The Oracstar Plastic Ball Float is a practical, versatile, and cost-effective solution for regulating water levels in tanks and cisterns. Its high-quality construction, ease of installation, and reliable performance make it a valuable addition to any plumbing system. With positive customer feedback and a budget-friendly price, this plastic ball float is a smart investment for anyone looking to maintain the efficiency and reliability of their plumbing setup.
Whether you’re a professional plumber or a DIY enthusiast, the Oracstar Plastic Ball Float provides the reliability and performance you need. Add this essential component to your plumbing toolkit and experience the convenience and efficiency it offers.
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Product Overview
The Oracstar Plastic Ball Float 115mm Round is an essential component in many plumbing systems, particularly in maintaining the water level in tanks and cisterns. This review will explore the features, benefits, and overall value of this plastic ball float.
Design and Material
- The Ball Float is designed to be both durable and efficient. It measures 115mm in diameter, making it suitable for a variety of applications. The round shape ensures that it can move freely within the tank or cistern, providing reliable performance.
- Constructed from high-quality plastic, this ball float is resistant to corrosion and chemical damage, ensuring a long lifespan even in harsh environments. The material is also lightweight, which helps in maintaining the buoyancy needed for effective operation.
Functionality
- The primary function of the Plastic Ball Float is to regulate the water level in tanks and cisterns. It works in conjunction with a ball valve to control the flow of water. As the water level rises, the float lifts, eventually closing the valve to stop the inflow of water. Conversely, as the water level drops, the float descends, opening the valve to allow more water in. This simple yet effective mechanism helps prevent overflow and ensures a consistent water supply.
Ease of Installation
- One of the key advantages of the Ball Float is its ease of installation. The float can be easily attached to the arm of a ball valve without the need for specialized tools or expertise. This makes it an ideal choice for both professional plumbers and DIY enthusiasts looking to maintain or repair their plumbing systems.
Versatility
- The Ball Float is versatile and can be used in a variety of settings. It is suitable for use in cold water tanks, central heating feed and expansion tanks, and toilet cisterns. This versatility makes it a valuable addition to any plumbing toolkit, ensuring you have the right component for a wide range of applications.
Environmental Considerations
Using high-quality, durable components like the Oracstar Plastic Ball Float can contribute to more sustainable plumbing practices. The long lifespan of the float reduces the need for frequent replacements, minimizing waste and conserving resources. Additionally, the plastic material is recyclable, ensuring that the float has a minimal impact on the environment at the end of its useful life.
The Oracstar Plastic Ball Float is a practical, versatile, and cost-effective solution for regulating water levels in tanks and cisterns. Its high-quality construction, ease of installation, and reliable performance make it a valuable addition to any plumbing system. With positive customer feedback and a budget-friendly price, this plastic ball float is a smart investment for anyone looking to maintain the efficiency and reliability of their plumbing setup.
Whether you’re a professional plumber or a DIY enthusiast, the Oracstar Plastic Ball Float provides the reliability and performance you need. Add this essential component to your plumbing toolkit and experience the convenience and efficiency it offers.
Technical Specification
| Brand | Oracstar |
|---|---|
| SKU | ROB0298 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 654934 |
| Barcode | 5017193049346 |
Delivery Information
Standard Delivery
All deliveries will require a signature. If you’ve supplied your mobile number, you’ll receive a text message at around 11am on the day of delivery to inform you of an estimated one-hour delivery window. Where available, you’ll also receive the name of the driver and a link to live tracking so you can follow your parcel’s progress.
We aim to deliver items that are currently in-stock within 2 - 3 working days (excluding Bank Holidays) after the date the order is placed.
Unfortunately at this time we cannot take orders for delivery to British Forces Post Offices (BFPO), Northern Ireland, Freight Forwarders, international addresses or The Channel Islands (GY, JE).
The following areas are subject to extended lead times:
- Scottish Highlands & Scottish Isles: +5 days
- Isle of Man & Isles of Scilly: +5 days
- Isle of Wight: +2 days
Working days are defined as Monday-Friday 8am-7pm inclusive, excluding Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays.
Larger items over 30kg can only be delivered Monday to Friday. Please allow up to two working days for these deliveries.
Please note that during particularly busy periods, it may take a little longer to receive your delivery and our carrier may attempt to deliver to you on a Saturday.
Faster Delivery
All deliveries will require a signature. If you’ve supplied your mobile number, you’ll receive a text message at around 11am on the day of delivery to inform you of an estimated one-hour delivery window. Where available, you’ll also receive the name of the driver and a link to live tracking so you can follow your parcel’s progress.
Our Faster Delivery service to most of UK Mainland will be available for orders placed on the website from Monday to Thursday before 12:00pm for a small additional charge (delivery on working days only). Orders placed after 12:00pm on a Friday will be delivered Tuesday.
You can also select a convenient day to receive your delivery by choosing a named day delivery (delivery on working days only) via customer notes whilst placing the order or via our contact us section.
Working days are Monday-Friday 8am-7pm inclusive, excluding Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays.
Larger items over 30kg can only be delivered Monday to Friday. Please allow up to two working days for these deliveries.
Saturday Delivery
Currently we do not offer the option to select Saturday as your selected delivery day.
Please note that during particularly busy periods, it may take a little longer to receive your delivery and our carrier may attempt to deliver to you on a Saturday.
Direct Shipping - Standard Delivery
A number of the items sold on our website are delivered directly from our suppliers; this is clearly indicated on the relevant product page. Lead times for these items do vary from 3 working days up to 28 days. Selected suppliers will contact you directly to arrange a suitable day for delivery; this is highlighted on the order confirmation e-mail once your order has been placed.
Please note some larger products are delivered to kerb-side (the street outside your home), it is at the drivers discretion if they can deliver the item to another location on the property.
Named Day, Next Day, Saturday and Click & Collect delivery options are not available on items delivered directly from our suppliers.
Click & Collect - Free Delivery to Home Hardware stores
Home Hardware Direct offers a Click & Collect service to most of our Home Hardware stores.
If you choose to have your order delivered to your local store, it is completely free and if the item is in-stock, the store will contact you within 24hrs to let you know your order is ready for collection. If the item is not in stock at the time of ordering it will be delivered within 7 working days (excluding Bank Holidays).
When your order arrives in your chosen store, we will call or e-mail* you to advise that your order is ready for collection. Your order will be held in store for 7 days. If your order is not collected within the 7 days your order will be cancelled and refunded unless you have contacted us or the store to let us know which day you will be able to arrange collection of your order.
Please Note: Selected products are not available for Click & Collect. Products that are not available for Click & Collect are highlighted on the individual product page.
We deliver to most Home Hardware Stores. Please view our store locator to find your local Home Hardware store.
Please wait for your local store to contact you before visiting the store to collect your order. Also, your store will contact you via telephone or email when your order is ready - you do not need to contact the store regarding the status of your Click & Collect order. If, for any reason your order is delayed or there is an issue - your selected store will contact you asap.
*If you are placing an order for your local store make sure you provide an telephone/mobile number to receive updates, otherwise your local store will email you.
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