Blanco 442047 Soap Dispenser Artona
Description
The Blanco 442047 Artona Soap Dispenser combines elegant European design with professional-grade durability for luxury kitchen installations. Crafted from solid brass with a premium PVD Steel finish, this 12-ounce capacity dispenser features above-deck refilling for easy maintenance. Our precision drilling template ensures perfect hole placement and sizing for secure mounting in any countertop material. Professional fabricators choose Blanco for its reputation in premium kitchen fixtures, and the Artona series delivers the sophisticated aesthetic that high-end clients demand. This template guarantees first-time-right installations that maintain Blanco's exacting standards.
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- Manufacturer
- Blanco
- Model Number
- 442047
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The Blanco 442047 Artona Soap Dispenser combines elegant European design with professional-grade durability for luxury kitchen installations. Crafted from solid brass with a premium PVD Steel finish, this 12-ounce capacity dispenser features above-deck refilling for easy maintenance. Our precision drilling template ensures perfect hole placement and sizing for secure mounting in any countertop material. Professional fabricators choose Blanco for its reputation in premium kitchen fixtures, and the Artona series delivers the sophisticated aesthetic that high-end clients demand. This template guarantees first-time-right installations that maintain Blanco's exacting standards.
Installation Overview
The Blanco 442047 requires a precisely drilled 1-3/8" (1.375") diameter hole for proper installation. Position the hole at least 2 inches from the sink rim and 4 inches from the countertop edge to ensure adequate clearance for the mounting assembly and refill access. When drilling through quartz or granite, use a diamond core bit with continuous water cooling to prevent cracking and ensure a clean bore. Start with a pilot hole using a smaller diameter bit (1/4") to establish center point accuracy. The dispenser body extends 3.75 inches below the deck surface, so verify cabinet clearance before drilling. Most installations require 5-6 inches of clear space below for the soap bottle and mounting hardware. Install on flat, level surfaces only - sloped or radius edges are not suitable for this dispenser model.
CNC Cutting Notes
While most soap dispenser holes are drilled with handheld core bits, CNC fabricators can program precise hole locations for multiple-dispenser installations or complex layouts. Use a 1-3/8" diameter drilling cycle with peck drilling strategy: 0.5" increments with full retraction for chip evacuation. Spindle speed should be 800-1200 RPM for quartz, 600-1000 RPM for granite, with feed rate of 3-5 IPM. Apply constant through-tool water cooling to prevent glaze cracking and extend bit life. For production shops drilling multiple holes, maintain consistent entry and exit quality by using sacrificial backing material below the slab. Program a 0.25" chamfer on the topside hole entry to facilitate dispenser installation and create a professional finished edge. Always verify hole diameter with calipers before final assembly - the dispenser body requires a precise fit for proper gasketing.
Material Compatibility
The Blanco 442047 is compatible with all standard countertop materials including engineered quartz (2cm and 3cm), granite, marble, quartzite, soapstone, and solid surface. Maximum recommended deck thickness is 1.5 inches - verify dispenser shank length before installation in thicker materials like 3cm quartz with laminated build-ups. For ultra-thin porcelain slabs (6mm-12mm), this dispenser is not recommended due to insufficient thread engagement. Solid surface materials like Corian can be drilled with standard hole saws rather than diamond cores. When working with highly figured materials like dramatic marble or quartzite, position the hole away from heavy veining to prevent crack propagation during drilling. Stainless steel undermount sinks may limit placement options - coordinate hole location with sink template before fabrication.
Where to Buy
Purchase the Blanco 442047 Artona Soap Dispenser from authorized Blanco dealers including Ferguson, Lowe's, Home Depot Pro, and specialty kitchen showrooms. Retail pricing ranges from $85-$120 depending on finish selection (PVD Steel, Chrome, Matte Black). Professional installers can establish accounts with Blanco America for wholesale pricing and technical support. Contact Blanco at 800-451-5782 for dealer locator assistance. The Artona series is also available through online retailers including FaucetDirect.com, Build.com, and Amazon, though in-person inspection at showrooms is recommended for finish matching with existing Blanco faucets. Replacement parts including pumps and bottles are available separately from Blanco customer service.