Valve fixing is essential to keep valve tags in place. Without split rings or valve connectors, valve tags wouldn’t be secure, which would leave pipes and valves less organised and potentially dangerous.
However, valve fixing needs to be done properly. If you don’t know how to fix valves or use split rings properly, then you’ll run into problems.
Find out what valve tags are and how to use split rings and valve connectors below.
What Are Valve Tags?
In simple terms, a valve tag is a tag attached to a valve, usually at the end of the pipe. Valve marking tags identify valves, pressure regulators, drainage points, control levers and other valve-related equipment.
This is to help with maintenance and to keep workers safe (and they keep our homes and businesses a lot less leaky too).
The process of valve marking is there to convey specific information. These tags can identify the type of piping, whether the water will be hot, when the pipes were last tested, how the valve should be used, etc.
It’s one of those small aspects of plumbing and maintenance that you can take for granted. But surprisingly, these small tags are a major reason for the reduction in hot water and steam injuries during repairs.
How to Use Split Rings and Valve Connectors
For the process of valve fixing to work, you need to use valve connectors and split rings properly. These keep the tags affixed to the valve safely.
Split rings are most commonly used as keyrings, but they have numerous uses. Our range of split rings use nickel-plated steel, so they will last for a long period of time.
So, how do you use split rings? Simply place the split ring through the hole in the valve tag, as you would your keys. Then affix the tag and split ring to the base of the valve.
To keep this tag more secure, you can use valve connectors. These are a selection of chains that help with valve fixing. At Label Source, we sell three varieties:
- Jack chain
- Ball chain
- S-hook chain
These can be used in conjunction with a split ring to mount tags. By using a valve connector, you can affix a tag around wider pipes or valves more securely.
Get Reliable Valve Connectors and Split Rings
Get your valve connectors, split rings and other valve fixing products from Label Source. We ensure your valve tags stay affixed permanently.
