Low head loss faucets

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Low head loss faucets
Author: Mainecoons (TX) We have a pressure pump system in a very large house. You just can't get enough pressure to get good throughput with these modern, high head loss faucets. Is there any supplier who makes faucets specifically for lower pressure systems these days? Thanks
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Author: Wheelchair (IL) What faucets are you using or have used? Best Wishes
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Author: hj (AZ) quote; these modern, high head loss faucets. What kind are those, because I have not seen any like that. They DO have flow restrictors as mandated by the water conservation rules, but that is NOT "high head loss" and all of them are regulated by it.
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Author: steve (CA) What pressure in PSI is the system set for and how many gallons per minute is the pump rated for?
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Author: Mainecoons (TX) 40 psi. Flow restrictors by definition have a lot of head loss. I am trying to modify the fixtures I have to reduce/eliminate the flow restrictors. Thanks!
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Author: Wheelchair (IL)

As I understand your issue.... You want to create a prototype faucet that would violate Federal Law in the USA, but would be widely accepted in a 3rd World Country. I find that most interesting.

You might consider several designs, owned by Tomlinson. They make plastic spouts used on coffee pots and beverage dispensers, without restrictions. They use a spring loaded device to stop the liquid when not needed.

Best Wishes

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Author: steve (CA) Can you increase the pressure to 60 or 70psi? What's the gallons per minute rating of the pump and has the output been checked?
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