Kartell K-VIT Times Cross Head Manual Radiator Valves (Pair) – Chrome (Straight or Angled)

Kartell K-VIT Times Cross Head Manual Radiator Valves (Pair) – Chrome (Straight or Angled)

Chrome radiator valves with a classic cross-top head – from Kartell’s Times range. A crisp, slimline take on the traditional cross head that works with both period-style and modern radiators and towel rails.

These are manual valves: you turn the head by hand to open or close the radiator, rather than the valve controlling the room temperature for you. They come as a pair – one valve to turn the radiator on and off, and a matching lockshield valve for the other end, which your plumber sets once to balance the heating system. Manual valves are a simple, good-looking choice for towel rails and radiators where you don’t need automatic temperature control.

Choose the type that suits your pipework from the dropdown – straight or angled.

Which type do I need?

Look at where your pipes come from and where they go into the radiator or towel rail:

• Straight – for pipes that come up through the floor and go straight into a radiator or towel rail whose connections point downwards, with no change of direction.
• Angled – the most popular choice. Use it where the pipe comes up out of the floor (or out of the wall) and needs to turn through 90° to go into the side of the radiator or towel rail.

Ordering the wrong type is an easy mistake to make, so it’s worth a quick look behind the radiator before you buy.

Types, codes and barcodes

Fitting

The valves are for standard UK 15mm pipework and connect to the radiator or towel rail with a standard ½” BSP fitting. Fitting means draining down or isolating the heating system, so we recommend using a plumber or heating engineer. Protect the finish while tightening the nuts (a couple of layers of cloth or paper between the spanner and the nut helps) and don’t over-tighten.

Looking after the finish

Wipe with a soft, damp cloth and dry. Avoid abrasive pads, bleach and strong cleaning sprays, which can damage the polished chrome finish.

Specification

• Type: Manual radiator valves (pair)
• Options: Straight or Angled
• Colour: Chrome
• Finish: Polished chrome
• Material: Brass
• Pipe size: 15mm
• Radiator connection: ½” BSP
• Guarantee: 5 years

Downloads

• Kartell data sheet – Straight (CROSS-STR)
• Kartell data sheet – Angled (CROSS-ANG)