Size: Aerators typically come in one of two sizes: regular (usually 15/16” Male or 55/64” Female) and junior (usually 13/16” M or 3/4” F). You can measure your faucet, or use a simple shortcut using coins. If your faucet is roughly the size of a nickel, it needs a regular-size aerator.

How do I know what size faucet aerator I need?

With the help of a nickel and dime, you can easily determine the size of your aerator. First remove the insert and washer from the inside of the aerator. Set a nickel on top of the aerator, and if it’s almost the same circumference, the aerator is a regular size. If it’s not a regular size aerator, use a dime.

Are faucet aerators standard size?





Once you’ve determined whether you need a male or female aerator, you’ll need to determine the size. Typical “Regular” size for a faucet aerator is 15/16″ male threaded or 55/64″ female threaded, while “Junior” size is 13/16″ male threaded or 3/4″ female threaded.

How do I choose a tap aerator?

Range of flow rates



You can choose an aerator with a flow rate to suit your purposes, so for the bathroom sink where you are mainly washing just hands and teeth, you can select a very low flow rate of 3.5 litres per minute (lpm).

What faucet adapter do I need?

Choosing the Right Adapter



Determine whether your faucet spout is female or male threaded. Female-threaded spouts have their threads inside the end of the spout; male threads are found on the outside of the spout. If your faucet has female threads, you’ll need an adapter with male top threads.

Can you fit an aerator to any tap?

Your tap aerator does not need to be from the same manufacturer as your tap, but it does need to be the right part. Aerators come in male or female fittings, like the male or female spouts on your tap. Male aerators fit with female spouts, and vice versa.

What does A112 18.1 m mean?





Manufacturers must print “A112. 18.1M” on every aerator in the US, so the number doesn’t say anything about the size, style, or brand of your aerator. Instead, the number simply indicates that the aerator “demonstrate[s] compliance with the applicable ASME standard” (source).

What kind of aerator should I use?

For the best results, plug aerator tines should make holes 1-6 inches deep into the ground and remove plugs that are about 0.5-0.75 inches wide. Mechanical core aerators are great for long-term aeration because they remove plugs up to 6 inches apart, making your lawn soil loosen up significantly.

How do I know what size faucet I have?

In many cases you can simply examine your faucet and count the holes. If you have separate handles for hot and cold, you have three holes in the sink. Measure the distance between the handles. Hold the the tape measure above the faucet if it’s in the way.

What is the difference between a male and female aerator?

A male aerator has threads on the outside of the aerator whilst a female aerator has the threads on the inside of the aerator. In the United States, the thread size are 15/16″-27 for standard-sized male and 55/64″-27 for standard-sized female.

Are faucet aerators interchangeable?



If your faucet is roughly the size of a nickel, it needs a regular-size aerator. If your faucet is roughly the size of a dime, it will use a junior-size aerator. Use: Different aerators restrict water flow to differing levels, typically 2.2 gallons-per-minute (gpm) for a “standard” aerator.

What is standard faucet thread size?

15/16″

American Standard Faucet Aerator, 15/16″ Thread Size.

How do you measure a sink adapter?



The easiest way to find out the size of the thread in your mixer tap or faucet is to remove the aerator (this is the part that screws off at the end of your tap) and measure the diameter (across the centre) of the thread.

Are faucet aerators color coded?

Regular replacement thanks to simple color concept



The hygiene faucet aerators come in four different colors: blue, red, yellow, and green. Each color represents a replacement cycle. This means it is easy to recognize and monitor whether replacement is taking place regularly and correctly.

Are all aerators removable?

Usually, the aerator is screwed on tight and can simply be unscrewed and removed quite easily. In other cases, though, the buildup of mineral deposits may freeze up the aerator and make it hard to remove.