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monkeysugar · 11-18-2003, 11:32 PM

As far as pneumatics go, I've used a solenoid sprinkler valve, and I've also used a ball valve. For me, both worked equally well.

My ball valve was made of plastic, and had a fairly large handle on it. a quick flip of the wrist worked very well for me.

The soleniod valve was picked up at my local hardware store, cost about $15, and also worked very well.

As a matter of personal taste, I preferred the ball valve to the sprinkler valve because it's smaller and less obtrusive. No worrying about wiring or figuring out where to put the battery/batteries.

propoganda, if you run a search for "sprinkler valve" or "anti-siphon sprinkler valve" on homedepot.com you should find what you're looking for. hope this helps. good luck!

11-18-2003, 11:32 PM	#69 (permalink)
monkeysugar I'll be on the veranda, since you're on the cross. Location: Rand McNally's friendliest small town in America. They must have strayed from the dodgy parts...	As far as pneumatics go, I've used a solenoid sprinkler valve, and I've also used a ball valve. For me, both worked equally well. My ball valve was made of plastic, and had a fairly large handle on it. a quick flip of the wrist worked very well for me. The soleniod valve was picked up at my local hardware store, cost about $15, and also worked very well. As a matter of personal taste, I preferred the ball valve to the sprinkler valve because it's smaller and less obtrusive. No worrying about wiring or figuring out where to put the battery/batteries. propoganda, if you run a search for "sprinkler valve" or "anti-siphon sprinkler valve" on homedepot.com you should find what you're looking for. hope this helps. good luck! __________________ I've got the love of my life and a job that I enjoy most of the time. Life is good. Last edited by monkeysugar; 11-18-2003 at 11:42 PM..