Hello:
I did a search on twin ells and did not find an answer to my question. I am installing a Grohmix valve for a combination tub/shower set up with a diverter spout. Only one of the two valve outlets can be used and will be using the lower one and plugging the upper one. The instructions specifically call for a twin ell to be use at the diverter spout.
It is my understanding that the twin ell reduces the likelihood of the showerhead dripping when the spout is in use. What is inside of a twin ell that makes it different than simply installing a tee somewhere between the valve and the spout? I would be surprised if there was any type of active device in the twin ell to reduce the diversion to the showerhead when the spout is being used.
My local big box stores had never heard of a twin ell, so I would like to complete the installation without making a trip to a specialty plumbing supply house, if possible.
All of the connections are 1/2", except the diverter spout that can be used with half or 3/4". A further option, beyond using a half x half x half tee, I could use a half x half x 3/4" tee, with the 3/4" going to the spout. That would even further reduce any potential backflow to the showerhead during the tub filling.
Any thoughts on twin ells would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
I did a search on twin ells and did not find an answer to my question. I am installing a Grohmix valve for a combination tub/shower set up with a diverter spout. Only one of the two valve outlets can be used and will be using the lower one and plugging the upper one. The instructions specifically call for a twin ell to be use at the diverter spout.
It is my understanding that the twin ell reduces the likelihood of the showerhead dripping when the spout is in use. What is inside of a twin ell that makes it different than simply installing a tee somewhere between the valve and the spout? I would be surprised if there was any type of active device in the twin ell to reduce the diversion to the showerhead when the spout is being used.
My local big box stores had never heard of a twin ell, so I would like to complete the installation without making a trip to a specialty plumbing supply house, if possible.
All of the connections are 1/2", except the diverter spout that can be used with half or 3/4". A further option, beyond using a half x half x half tee, I could use a half x half x 3/4" tee, with the 3/4" going to the spout. That would even further reduce any potential backflow to the showerhead during the tub filling.
Any thoughts on twin ells would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.