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pickle311
04-08-2006, 10:34 AM
I'm trying to find the electronic valves used for ballast systems. My factory ballast has a Orbit valve and they are made for sprinkler systems. The only problem with that is sprinkler systems use 24V DC, so where are they getting these valves in 12V? I need 2 more because I'm adding on to my ballast system.

Thanks

OnTheH20
05-03-2006, 02:59 PM
Did you ever find the answer to this? I too am adding more bags and need to know how to wire the valves.

OnTheH20
05-03-2006, 03:14 PM
Dug around and found the answer...
The dealer uses the off-the-shelf 24V valve; no special order 12V needed. Appearently the 12V system is more than capable of providing enough power to open the valve(s).

pickle311
05-04-2006, 10:14 AM
Yes, I went and picked up a valve at home depot for $12 and it works great, the 24v solenoid works fine.