The 6 Best testing Sprinkler Valves (2023 reviews)

These products have been chosen and installed worldwide in the largest and most prestigious projects for residential, commercial, agricultural and golf course irrigation. This valve is a safe closed valve and it works beautifully. It can be operated manually or electrically. It works well for a/c compressor misting.

These valves work with 24VAC power, so 18 gauge wire will work fine with these. It is designed to handle the flow for the valve. There are PVC fittings available that you can use to fabricate an intermediate link that enable you to hook the valve to the end of a section of hose that is attached to a faucet, but it cannot be hooked direct.

Why We Like This:

Great water valve for any application
Very good valves, they work without problem
Closes with loss of electrical power
24 volt turns on condenser, and actuates the controller

Best For Drip: Rain Bird Replacement solenoid

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Not everyone likes to purchase valve for their daily usage, but the rain bird replacement solenoid would be an anomoly. The Rain Bird SRKCP/CPF Replacement Solenoid is designed to replace solenoids on 3/4” or 1” Rain Bird CP/CPF, DV/DVF, ASVF, DAS and JTV series valves. It is perfectly and simple to connect. It is an energy efficient, low power encapsulated solenoid with captured plunger for long-lasting dependability.

The Rain Bird ESP-RZX is the irrigation controller, which is compatible with any brand of irrigation valve. The solenoid is great and works as designed/expected. They last much longer and they are very well made, sure you are paying a few bucks extra but IMO it’s worth it. It is easy to swap out the former dog solenoid. These products have all been chosen and installed worldwide in the largest and most prestigious projects for residential, commercial, agricultural and golf course irrigation.

Why We Like This:

Very simple to install with more than ample wire
Very easy to replace, works great
Delivers what they promise

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Best For New Install: Irritrol testing Sprinkler Valve

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This valve top fits perfect on the old richdel valve base. It offers the dependable, reliable irrigation products they need. This valve is easy to install and works like a charm. There is an index mark to align the top and bottom halves and the gasket. It can be used as a replacement top for the richdel value.

This valve is designed for use with 1" pvc pipe. It is great replacement to match the existing valve. It is easier, less costly, and requires less time to replace their parts and than the entire valves/sprinkler manifold.

Why We Like This:

Tested leader for dependable operation in potable and dirty water applications
Excellent quality valve for drop in replacement
Very easy to wire and bolt in place

Best With Flow Control: Irritrol old Valve

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The Irritrol 205 Series 1-inch plastic valve is the irrigation industry's time-tested leader for dependable operation in potable and dirty water applications. It comes with a proven track record of success in a wide range of environments, and these debris-tolerant valves are available with flow control as an optional feature. The valve is controlled by your timer box from the two leads that connect to a zone, inside your timer box. The proper input comes from the sprinkler control box which is always a separate item.

The valve is held closed by water pressure so as long as the power is off and the water is on the valve is closed. The hole in the top of the diaphragm is larger than at the bottom, so the pin will go into the hole with ease when inserted in the top but will be trickier to get through the bottom. That feature is really helpful when you have a power failure while the sprinklers are running,they shut off and don’t flood your yard.

Why We Like This:

Clean any debris off with no abrasive cloth
More efficient system design and low-flow capability
Tested leader for dependable operation in potable and dirty water applications

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Best With backflow: Orbit testing Sprinkler Valve

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This valve will work with a wide variety of controllers that supply 24v ac. It is made by orbit as well as their rip watering system. It has a 3/4" pipe inlet. It has a built in regulator to drop the pressure to 30PSI for drip irrigation. It gets no back flow like you do with an anti-siphon valve when the line or sprinkler is higher than the valve.

This is just the low flow valve and filter. It is made up of two major sections. These valves (both solenoid and filter sections) are twist off (no screws) for any required maintenance. It is a must have if you need to reduce psi.

Why We Like This:

Drip irrigation is used around trees shrubs and flower beds
Convenient to have all parts in one unit
Great valves, easy to work with

Best For Drip Irrigation: Raindrip testing Sprinkler Valve

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Drip irrigation helps grow healthy plants that grow 49% faster with up to 84% higher yields. You can use the compression inline valve to control the flow of water to two separate watering circuits, irrigation zones, or different types of plants from one valve. It reduces water usage by up to.

Drip irrigation systems are easy to customize, install, and operate. The in-line valves connect to two lengths of supply tubing to control the flow of water to two separate watering circuits, irrigation zones, or different types of plants from one valve. It installs easily and does the job.

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