Ideal Standard Piccolo 2 40mm Ceramic Disc Cartridge — A963785NU
The Ideal Standard A963785NU is the authentic 40mm ceramic disc single lever cartridge designed for a wide range of Ideal Standard and Trevi basin, bidet, kitchen, and shower mixers. Engineered to eliminate leaks and restore fluid lever operation to worn fittings, this cartridge features precision-ground ceramic discs, three base profile O-rings, and an integrated bottom locating pin to ensure correct alignment within the tap body.
Identification Guide:
MPN: A963785NU | Cartridge Diameter: 40mm | Base Seals: 3 Shaped Underside O-Rings | Fitting Type: Single Lever Push-Fit with Base Lug | Legacy EAN / Barcode: 5055639193345
Key Features
- Original Manufacturer Spec: Genuine Ideal Standard / Trevi component ensuring exact fit and seal.
- Ceramic Disc Technology: Delivers smooth quarter-turn to multi-directional lever control with high resistance to limescale build-up.
- Multi-Fitting Application: Standardised 40mm barrel engineered for compatible basin mixers, bidet taps, sink mixers, and exposed wall shower mixers.
- Pre-Seated Base Gaskets: Supplied with factory base seals pre-installed to prevent cross-port water bypass.
Fitting & Guidance Notes
General guidance for typical single-lever tap and mixer bodies:
- Always ensure the hot and cold mains supplies are fully isolated before disassembling the tap or valve.
- Remove the handle indice cap to access the fixing screw, then lift off the handle and unthread the decorative shroud to expose the retaining nut.
- When seating the new cartridge, ensure the base alignment pin locates squarely into the designated receiver hole in the brass body (not into a water port).
- Do not overtighten the brass retaining nut upon reassembly; excessive torque can bind the ceramic plates or cause internal cracking.
Note: Fitting procedures vary across deck-mounted taps and wall-mounted mixers. Installation should always be carried out or verified in accordance with the manufacturer's technical specifications by a qualified plumbing professional.