Told your Caroma swipe sensor tap is discontinued? The original is still made.
The tap once sold as the Caroma Sanitron Electronic Wall Mounted Swipe Sensor Tap (SKU IWS‑03‑SET) no longer appears in Caroma's catalogue — but it's still made. Full rough‑in sets, sensor faceplates, spouts and every spare part are available right here, from the Sanitron range assembled in Brisbane.
Shop the IWS‑03 set Get spare partsWhat happened to the Caroma IWS‑03?
If Caroma or your usual merchant has told you the IWS‑03 is "no longer available", here's the part they may not have mentioned.
For years, the wall‑mounted swipe sensor tap was sold under the Caroma Sanitron name — the fixed‑temperature IWS‑03 rough‑in set and its companion, the IWS‑04 Ecotron sensor tap. You'll find them installed throughout Australian hospitals, aged‑care facilities, clinics and commercial washrooms, chosen for infection control and reliable hands‑free operation.
Today the IWS‑03 no longer appears in Caroma's catalogue, and owners are often told it's unavailable. It isn't. Sanitron, the family‑owned Brisbane manufacturer of commercial sanitary electronics since 2002, continues to build and support the full range. Same swipe on/off sensor, same in‑wall valve box, same spare parts.
Handsfree Hygiene supplies the range Australia‑wide — complete sets for new installations, and every serviceable part for the thousands of units already on walls.
Same design, still in production
Pre‑assembled in Brisbane by Sanitron. Your existing rough‑in dimensions and installation don't change.
Existing installs fully supported
Solenoid valves, sensor faceplates, transformers, spouts and service kits — compatible with taps installed during the Caroma era.
Healthcare pedigree
The swipe on/off sensor was tailored for healthcare: no accidental activations, timed run, and hands‑free hygiene in high‑traffic environments.
What we supply
New sets for specifiers and plumbers. Spares and service kits for facility managers keeping existing units running.
Complete rough‑in set
In‑wall valve box, solenoid valve, control electronics and rough‑in components for the wall‑mounted swipe sensor tap. Installed to AS/NZS 3500.2.
View productSwipe sensor faceplates
Pre‑assembled swipe on/off sensor faceplates in chrome or matte black, with custom finishes available for specific fitouts.
View productWELS‑rated spouts
Brushed stainless steel spouts in multiple lengths with matching cover flanges, fitted with Neoperl 5 L/min laminar‑flow inserts.
View productSolenoid valves
Replacement solenoid valves for wall sensor taps — the most common service item on units installed during the Caroma era.
View productTransformers & power kits
Replacement transformers and power components for IWS‑03 installations, including units previously listed by Caroma as "Elec Transformer for IWS‑03".
View productService kits
Sensor tap service kits and consumables to keep high‑traffic healthcare and commercial washrooms running without downtime.
Request a quoteKey details
| Product | Electronic wall‑mounted swipe sensor tap — fixed temperature |
|---|---|
| Formerly sold as | Caroma Sanitron Electronic Wall Mounted Swipe Sensor Tap (SKU IWS‑03‑SET) |
| Manufacturer | Sanitron — family‑owned, Brisbane, Queensland. Manufacturing commercial sanitary electronics since 2002. |
| Activation | Swipe on/off sensor — designed to prevent accidental activation in healthcare settings |
| Finishes | Chrome or matte black faceplate (custom finishes available) |
| Outlet | Choice of WELS‑rated brushed stainless spouts, Neoperl 5 L/min laminar‑flow inserts |
| Installation | In‑wall valve box rough‑in, to AS/NZS 3500.2. 240V outlet in ceiling cavity by electrician. |
| Compliance | WaterMark certified and WELS registered — certificate numbers available on request |
| Typical applications | Hospitals, aged care, medical clinics, commercial and public washrooms |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Caroma IWS‑03 discontinued?
The IWS‑03 no longer appears in Caroma's current catalogue, so it may show as discontinued or "product not found" there and at some merchants. The product itself is still manufactured by Sanitron in Brisbane and is available through Handsfree Hygiene, including all spare parts.
Is this the same tap, or a lookalike?
It's the genuine Sanitron product, not a substitute. Current units share the same design, in‑wall components and spare parts as the units sold under the Caroma Sanitron name, so parts and dimensions carry over.
Will spare parts fit taps installed under the Caroma name?
Yes. Solenoids, faceplates, transformers, spouts and service kits are compatible with IWS‑03 and IWS‑04 units installed during the Caroma distribution era. If you're unsure of your model, send us a photo and we'll confirm before you order.
What about the IWS‑04 Ecotron sensor tap?
The IWS‑04 Ecotron wall‑mounted sensor tap and its battery kit (IWS‑04B) are part of the same family and are likewise still supported. Contact us for availability and parts.
Can this be specified for new healthcare projects?
Yes. We can provide installation instructions, specification sheets and compliance documentation for hydraulic consultants and architects. The swipe sensor format is widely used in Australian hospital and aged‑care fitouts.
Do you ship Australia‑wide?
Yes — sets and spares ship nationally from Queensland. Trade and volume pricing is available for contractors and facility managers.
Keep your hands‑free taps running
Whether you're specifying a new healthcare fitout or keeping forty existing units in service, talk to the people who supply the original product — not a substitute.
Shop the range Ask a questionCaroma® is a registered trademark of Caroma Industries Limited (GWA Group). Handsfree Hygiene is not affiliated with, endorsed by or sponsored by Caroma or GWA Group. References to Caroma model numbers and product names are made solely to identify product compatibility and history. Sanitron® products are supplied by Handsfree Hygiene as an independent reseller. All plumbing installation work must be carried out by a licensed plumber in accordance with AS/NZS 3500.2.