Do Sensor Taps Save Water

SENSOR TAP/FAUCETS FACTS Wastes less water : Water conservation of up to 70%. Easy to use, easier to install. Affordable (Entry-level sensor taps costs no more than 30% of normal taps). … Save money on water bills and energy consumption.

Are sensor taps good for the environment?

Sensor taps typically mean a water saving of up to 70% compared to traditional taps. … This is because sensor taps are much more efficient than traditional taps – dispensing water only in the precise quantities needed and with no way that they can be ‘left running’ like a traditional tap.

How does a sensor water tap work?

Sensor taps are controlled using an infra-red beam emitted from a sensor (usually located on the stem). This beam is broken when hands are placed in front of it, activating water flow. Water then flows for a set period of time before automatically switching off.