FAQs of Shower Swivel Elbow
1. What scenarios are Plumberstar’s shower swivel elbows mainly used in?
Plumberstar’s shower rotary elbow can be used in many kinds of bathrooms. It works well in home bathrooms and is also suitable for large projects like hotels, apartments, and B&Bs. It is often used when fixing or improving shower systems, such as when the shower position is not right or the hose gets twisted. It can be used with different showers, including thermostatic showers and high-pressure showers. This product is widely used in new homes, old bathroom upgrades, and bathroom projects.
2. What are the advantages of Plumberstar’s Shower Swivel Elbow?
The main advantage of the Shower Swivel Elbow comes from its strong material, useful functions, and easy use in real bathrooms.
It is made from high-quality brass that meets lead-free safety standards such as NSF 61. The surface is chrome-plated and treated to resist rust and salt air. This helps it last a very long time, even in wet bathrooms or coastal areas.
In daily use, the elbow can rotate 360° smoothly by hand. It does not get stuck and is easy to adjust. People of different heights can change the shower angle to a comfortable position. The inside design lets water flow smoothly, and the EPDM sealing ring helps stop leaks and prevents the hose from twisting.
For installation, it uses common thread sizes like G1/2 and NPT1/2, so it fits most shower brands. It can be installed by hand without special tools. Custom sizes are also available for special projects.
The product meets international standards such as CE and WRAS. Each batch is checked for size and sealing. It can handle high water pressure (about 10–16 bar) and hot water up to 120℃, making it suitable for homes, hotels, and apartments in different environments.
3. Can the Shower Swivel Elbow pass the salt spray test?
Yes. The surface coating of the Shower Swivel Elbow is made to a high bathroom industry standard. It uses a three-layer plating process of “copper priming-nickel transition-chromium cover”, in which the copper coating thickness is not less than 15μm, and the nickel coating is not less than 7.5μm. The chromium coating is not less than 0.25 μm, which not only ensures adhesion of the coating but also improves its wear and scratch resistance.
The product can easily pass salt spray testing. Under the ISO 9227 neutral salt spray test, it is tested in a 5% salt solution at about 35℃ for over 480 hours, and the surface shows no rust, bubbles, or peeling. Some high-end models for Europe and the U.S. use stronger coating methods and can pass over 1000 hours of testing. This makes them suitable for humid bathrooms and coastal areas with salty air.
4. What are used in the Shower Swivel Elbow manufacturing process?
The Shower Swivel Elbow is made using careful machines and well-controlled steps from start to finish. First, brass rods are cut and shaped by automatic cold-heading machines. This helps form the basic shape accurately and reduces material waste, with over 90% of the metal being used.
Next, the main body is shaped by CNC hot-forming or cold-press machines, based on the material. An automatic pipe-bending machine bends the part to a 90° angle. The bend size is very accurate, with only very small differences.
Finally, automatic argon welding machines assemble the parts. Size and thread checks are done with measuring tools and gauges. Because most steps use machines instead of manual labor, mistakes are reduced, and more than 99.8% of the products meet size accuracy needs, which is very important for large orders.
5. What is the standard for Shower Swivel Elbow packaging?
Shower Swivel Elbow packaging is designed to be safe and easy to understand, and it follows common export and transport rules.
For inner packing, each product is packed in a food-grade PE plastic bag. Then it is wrapped with soft EPE pearl cotton or foam to protect the surface from scratches and to prevent damage from bumps during transport. The products are packed one by one, or in small groups, into white boxes, color boxes, or neutral kraft boxes. Each box includes a product certificate and a material card. Color boxes can print the customer’s logo and basic product information, and support different languages.
For outer packing, we use strong five-layer corrugated cartons that meet export standards. The cartons are clearly marked with product name, size, quantity, weight, and destination. They are sealed with strong tape and, if needed, wrapped with moisture-proof film. For long-distance shipping like sea transport, we can also use pallets. Wooden pallets meet international fumigation standards to reduce the risk of damage.
6. Can you provide a PI and a CI for Shower Swivel Elbow?
Plumberstar can provide both a Proforma Invoice (PI) and a Commercial Invoice (CI) for Shower Swivel Elbow orders during the whole process.
After the order is confirmed, the Proforma Invoice is usually issued within 12 hours. It clearly lists the product name, size, quantity, unit price, total amount, payment terms, and delivery time. Customers can use the PI to apply for a letter of credit, import license, or internal approval.
Before shipment, we will prepare the commercial invoice. It will be declared in accordance with customs regulations, including information such as HS code (e.g., 8481.8000), country of origin, shipping marks, gross weight, etc., and will be consistent with the packing list and bill of lading documents.
Invoice formats can be adjusted to meet the customs requirements of different countries or regions. Both invoices are available in electronic and paper-stamped versions, which can be sent by mail or with the goods.
7. Do you offer laser marking or casting logos on the Shower Swivel Elbow?
We provide two simple ways to add logos to shower rotary elbows: laser marking and casting engraving.
Laser marking works on stainless steel, brass, and similar materials. The logo looks clear and neat, does not fade easily, and is hard to scratch. It needs no ink or extra materials and is fast to do. This method is good for small orders or when you want the logo to look very sharp and clean, such as brand names, model numbers, or certification marks.
Casting engraving puts the logo directly into the product during the casting process. The logo becomes part of the body, so it is very strong and long-lasting. It has a solid, high-quality look and is best for large orders with the same design.
Both methods can follow the logo file provided by the customer. The logo position and size can also be adjusted. The final choice can be confirmed with our production team based on order quantity, material type, and how the brand logo should look.
8. Can you help reduce the overall procurement costs of the Shower Swivel Elbow for wholesalers?
We help wholesalers spend less when buying shower swivel elbows in several simple ways.
First, we make products in large quantities, so we can offer step-by-step wholesale prices. The more you buy, the lower the price for each piece. For long-term partners, we also offer quarterly or yearly rebates, which help save even more money.
Second, we manage our supply chain and shipping well. We buy raw materials in bulk to lower costs, sell directly from the factory without middlemen, and arrange shared containers or batch shipments. This helps reduce the shipping cost for each product.
Third, we use standard designs and modular production, which avoids extra costs from special or complex designs. We also provide free samples and technical support, so wholesalers do not waste money on testing and mistakes.
Finally, our strict quality control keeps product quality stable. This means fewer problems after sale, less repair work, and lower after-sales costs for wholesalers.
