What should I pay attention to when buying an electric faucet?

Electric faucets have become a popular item in the kitchen and bathroom due to their convenience of instant heating. When purchasing, you need to consider safety, adaptability and practicality to avoid hidden dangers and waste of functions.

Safety performance is the primary consideration. You need to identify products with 3C certification, which should be equipped with double protection of anti-electric walls and leakage protection plugs to ensure that the water flow is physically isolated from the circuit. The heating tube of high-quality products is wrapped with insulating materials, and the surface temperature does not exceed 60℃ to avoid the risk of scalding. During installation, you need to ensure that the grounding line is intact. It is recommended to use it with a leakage protector in old houses.

Power adaptation affects the user experience. The common power is 2000-3000W. If the power is too low, the heating speed is slow, and if it is too high, it may cause the household circuit to overload. Before purchasing, you need to check the diameter of the incoming wires. 2.5 square millimeters of copper wire can carry models below 2500W, and 4 square millimeters of copper wire is suitable for products of 3000W and above to avoid frequent tripping.

Material is closely related to durability. The valve core is preferably made of ceramic material, which is wear-resistant and has strong sealing, and its service life can reach more than 50,000 times; the body shell is recommended to be made of high-temperature resistant ABS plastic or copper, which is corrosion-resistant and not easy to deform. Among the materials of the heating tube, 304 stainless steel is better than ordinary stainless steel, with stronger anti-scaling ability, reducing the trouble of regular cleaning.

Functional design needs to meet the needs. Models with temperature display function can intuitively grasp the water temperature to avoid hot and cold; the gear adjustment function (such as normal temperature, warm water, hot water) is suitable for different scenarios. Hot water is used for washing in winter, and cold water is directly discharged in summer for more energy saving. Some products are equipped with splash-proof design, which is suitable for installation near the sink to improve the safety of use.

Installation conditions cannot be ignored. It is necessary to confirm the type of water pipe interface in the home (4 points or 6 points). Old cast iron pipes may require adapter accessories; sockets must be reserved at the installation location, and the distance from the water source must be kept at least 30 cm to prevent water vapor from entering the socket. Renting users can choose detachable models, which are convenient to carry when moving.

Price is not the only criterion. Products in the 200-500 yuan range have a high cost-effectiveness ratio. If the price is too low, there may be a risk of material shrinkage. When purchasing, you should make a comprehensive judgment based on the family population and frequency of use to choose a safe and practical electric faucet to improve the efficiency of kitchen and bathroom life.