Easy and Effective Valve Actuator Project

This article explains how to make a valve activator and also provides a link to the Pro-48 Solenoid Activator. If you need to test an irrigation valve for functionality and do not have a valve tester, you can make one from three 9-volt batteries. This will create a 27-volt valve activator that assembles quickly and is portable.

Steps In Creating A Portable Valve Activator:

Take three 9-Volt Batteries
Connect in a series
Connnect one valve wire to the negative pole
Then connect the other wire to the positive pole to activate the valve
If the solenoid is functioning properly, you should hear a “click”

Note: Always Use Caution When Using Batteries. Be Careful Not To Damage Or Short Circuit The Battery – They May Leak Or Rupture.

Purchase the Pro-48 Solenoid Activator

The Pro48K Multi-Function Irrigation System Test Kit is a complete portable, battery-operated irrigation system diagnostic kit priced for ownership. This kit consists of a Pro48 Solenoid Activator, the Pro210F Tone Probe and a Pro21 soft carrying case.

A Powerful Workhorse Testing Kit For Any Contractor

Pro210F Tone Probe & Pro48 Solenoid Activator – Together with the Pro210F Tone Probe, the Pro48 can transmit a tracing tone and identify wires using traditional tone/probe methods. Operation is simple, as LEDs indicate tests and conditions.

Pro21 Carrying Case – Both the Pro48 and the Pro210F units can be kept in this durable soft zippered carrying case.