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radiator valve cap (not thermostatic sensor)
timo888
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I am looking for a simple manual cap that will fit the kind of radiator valve shown in the picture, which has a small spindle. Like the simple white plastic non-sensor caps here at these british sites:
<a href="http://www.radiatorcaps.org.uk/shop/page/3?shop_param=">http://www.radiatorcaps.org.uk/shop/page/3?shop_param=</a>
<a href="http://www.bes.co.uk/products/115.asp">http://www.bes.co.uk/products/115.asp</a>
Can't seem to find them in the U.S. Anyone know where they can be bought?
<a href="http://www.radiatorcaps.org.uk/shop/page/3?shop_param=">http://www.radiatorcaps.org.uk/shop/page/3?shop_param=</a>
<a href="http://www.bes.co.uk/products/115.asp">http://www.bes.co.uk/products/115.asp</a>
Can't seem to find them in the U.S. Anyone know where they can be bought?
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can find sensors only
Thanks. They seem to have only sensor-type. I'm looking for decorative white knobs without a sensor.0 -
Why would you want to do that?
The whole idea behind the use of a TRV is to provide accurate and automatic control. The knob is only as good as the person operating it, and it will most probably be a 2 position valve (Open or Closed).
The manufacturers usually ship the valve with them when they are new for construction/temporary use.
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got a lead ...
Danfoss seems to make a manual handle, part #013G5002. Checking now with local marketing rep to find a supplier.0 -
why a manual handle on the valve
There are threads on the valve -- I can control the depth of the spindle with the ugly (i.e. non-decorative) thread-protector cap, so I think its more than an on/off option when you use a manual valve. There are decorative versions.
Why would I do this? Well, for one thing, a manual handle is about $150 cheaper for two radiators. It seems US prices for these components are much higher than they are in Europe.
I also want to guarantee my wife that she won't get burnt if she accidentally bumps into the towel radiator. (She has a scar where she got burnt on a radiator when she was a kid and she is somewhat worried about the wall-mounted radiator.) I can control a manual valve to the point where it's almost off and the radiator is tepid. But I don't know how cool the sensor would let it go.0 -
Your money...
Your comfort. Spend them wisely...
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