Engineered around the operational demands of high-cycle commercial washrooms, the Conto Commercial Automatic Hands-Free Sensor Faucet integrates precision infrared sensing, electronically actuated flow control, and a solid lead-free brass platform into a fixture designed for dependable service under continuous use. Its sensor-controlled architecture detects hand presence within the activation zone and signals the solenoid valve to initiate water delivery without mechanical handle movement, providing rapid response and positive automatic shutoff while eliminating a common physical contact point. A corrosion-resistant exterior, optimized internal waterway, and controlled aeration work together to maintain a stable, low-splash stream while supporting efficient water use—an increasingly important consideration within commercial plumbing design and
EPA WaterSense water-efficiency strategies. The hands-free operating principle also complements CDC infection-control guidance concerning hygiene practices in institutional environments. This combination of hydraulic and electronic control makes the faucet particularly suited to airports, healthcare facilities, universities, hotels, corporate buildings, transportation terminals, shopping centers, and other installations where fixture uptime, hygiene management, and predictable water delivery are essential to restroom operations.
Developed as a commercial plumbing component rather than simply a touchless convenience fixture, the Conto Automatic Sensor Faucet is configured around lifecycle priorities relevant to plumbing engineers, architects, contractors, building owners, and
facility-management professionals. AC and battery-powered installation options provide flexibility for new construction, renovation, and retrofit conditions, while automatic flow termination helps control unnecessary water discharge and reduces dependence on user behavior for conservation. Its specification approach reflects the broader commercial plumbing engineering priorities represented by the American Society of Plumbing Engineers (ASPE). The absence of manually operated handles reduces repetitive mechanical interaction and limits frequently touched fixture surfaces, while durable brass construction, responsive electronic controls, precision solenoid operation, and engineered flow characteristics provide a robust platform for demanding daily duty cycles. By combining water-use control, maintainability, hands-free operation, and lifecycle-focused engineering, the faucet can also contribute to resource-efficiency objectives associated with USGBC green-building strategies for modern commercial facilities.
Conto CommercialTouchless Faucet Technical Specifications:
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Application:
Commercial and Institutional Restrooms
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Activation Type:
Automatic Infrared Sensor
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Faucet Material:
Solid Brass
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Supply Connection:
DN15 / G1/2-Inch
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Operating Water Pressure:
7.5–101.5 psi (0.05–0.7 MPa)
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Power Options:
DC 6V or AC 110–220V, 50/60 Hz
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Battery Requirement:
4 AA Batteries
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Adjustable Sensing Range:
4–11.8 Inches (10–30 cm)
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Factory Detection Setting:
Approximately 9.8 Inches (25 cm) Under Standard Test Conditions
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Activation Delay:
Approximately 0.5 Seconds
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Maximum Continuous Run-Time:
Automatic Shutoff After 60 Seconds
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Enclosure Protection Rating:
IP56
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Solenoid Type:
Electronically Controlled Solenoid Valve
Conto Commercial Automatic Touchless Sensor Faucet Features:
