{"title":"Solenoid valves","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat is an irrigation solenoid valve used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt opens and closes the water supply to a garden zone when instructed by the controller. Each zone, whether it uses sprinklers, spray heads, or drip irrigation, needs its own solenoid valve.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDividing the garden into zones lets you water each area for the time it needs and distribute the available flow without losing pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many solenoid valves do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne for each independent irrigation zone. The number depends on the available flow and the types of emitters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlways separate sprinklers, spray heads, and drip irrigation into different zones, and do not exceed the flow supplied by your mains or pump in any zone. Then check that your \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/programadores-de-riego\" title=\"Irrigation controllers\"\u003eirrigation controller\u003c\/a\u003e has at least as many stations as there are solenoid valves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich controllers is the Hunter PGV compatible with?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/products\/electrovalvula-hunter-pgv-100g-1\" title='Hunter PGV-100G 1\" Solenoid Valve'\u003eHunter PGV-100G 1\" Solenoid Valve\u003c\/a\u003e has a standard 24 V AC solenoid compatible with any mains-powered controller from any brand, including the Rain Bird ESP-TM2.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo use it with a battery-powered controller, you need to replace the solenoid with a pulse (latching) solenoid compatible with that controller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I install a solenoid valve?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstall it in an irrigation valve box, following the water-flow arrow marked on the body and leaving enough space to access the solenoid.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall a filter before the valve assembly: sand is the main cause of a valve not closing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse Teflon tape on the 1\" male threads and do not overtighten.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake the electrical connections with gel-filled waterproof connectors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I open the valve manually without the controller?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The Hunter PGV can be opened manually by turning the solenoid a quarter turn or using the external bleed screw.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is useful for checking the zone without going to the controller, purging air after installation, and watering if the controller fails. Close it again when you are done.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe zone is still watering even though the controller is off. What is happening?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsually, there is dirt in the diaphragm or the solenoid was left open in manual mode.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFirst, check the solenoid and the bleed screw. If they are closed, shut off the water, remove the cover, and clean the diaphragm and the flow orifice. If the diaphragm is broken, replace the valve: the cost of the \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/products\/electrovalvula-hunter-pgv-100g-1\" title='Hunter PGV-100G 1\" Solenoid Valve'\u003eHunter PGV-100G\u003c\/a\u003e is less than the cost of the water being wasted.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"electrovalvula-hunter-pgv-100g-1","title":"Hunter PGV-100G 1\" solenoid valve","description":"\u003c!-- ============================================================\n  FICHA – Electroválvula Hunter PGV-100G 1\"\n  Marca: Hunter – Ref. 44191\n=============================================================== --\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  \/* Texto justificado *\/\n  .product-text p {\n    text-align: justify;\n    text-justify: inter-word;\n    hyphens: auto;\n  }\n\n  \/* Contenedor principal (snippet CON IMAGEN: texto izq. \/ foto dcha.) *\/\n  .product-container {\n    display: flex;\n    flex-wrap: wrap;\n    align-items: flex-start;\n    gap: 0.75rem;\n    margin-bottom: 1.5rem; \/* deja algo de aire antes de la tabla *\/\n  }\n  .product-text  { flex: 1 1 55%; min-width: 300px; }\n\n  \/* Imagen a la derecha *\/\n  .product-image {\n    flex: 1 1 40%;\n    text-align: center;\n  }\n  .product-image img {\n    max-width: 65%;\n    width: 80%;\n    height: auto;\n    display: block;\n    margin: 0 auto;\n    border-radius: 8px;\n  }\n\n  \/* Tabla de datos técnicos con scroll propio en móvil *\/\n  .table-wrapper {\n    width: 100%;\n    overflow-x: auto;\n    margin: 0 0 1.5rem 0;\n  }\n  .tech-table {\n    width: 100%;\n    border-collapse: collapse;\n    min-width: 520px;\n  }\n  .tech-table th,\n  .tech-table td {\n    border: 1px solid #99c9e8;\n    padding: 0.45rem 0.6rem;\n    font-size: 1.50rem;\n  }\n  .tech-table th {\n    background-color: #b3d7f0;\n    font-weight: 600;\n    text-align: left;\n  }\n  .tech-table tr:nth-child(even) td {\n    background-color: #eaf4fb;\n  }\n\n  .scroll-note {\n    font-size: 1.2rem;\n    margin-top: 0.35rem;\n    font-style: italic;\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003c!-- Bloque texto + imagen --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-container\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- Bloque de texto --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-text\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e1\" Hunter PGV-100G Solenoid Valve – Ref. 44191\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1\" Hunter PGV-100G solenoid valve is a robust and reliable globe valve designed for residential and commercial irrigation installations requiring secure water flow control. Its reinforced plastic construction and double-beaded diaphragm design ensure a watertight operation and long service life, even under demanding conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt features both internal and external manual bleed, allowing the valve to be opened and inspected quickly and easily without stressing the system. The captive cover screws prevent parts from being lost during maintenance and can be operated with various tools (flat-head, Phillips, or socket wrench), making field servicing easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PGV-100G is equipped with a 24 V AC encapsulated solenoid, with a captive core and high-quality connection wires, ensuring reliable operation with all types of standard irrigation controllers. It operates across a wide flow range of 0.05 to 9 m³\/h (0.7–150 l\/min) and recommended pressures of 1.5 to 10 bar, making it suitable for most sprinkler and drip irrigation zones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts compact dimensions (13.3 cm high, 11.2 cm long, and 6 cm wide) allow it to be installed in small valve boxes. In addition, the solenoid valve supports the installation of accessories such as the Accu Sync™ pressure regulator and latching solenoids for battery-powered controllers, making it a highly versatile solution for new installations or renovations of existing irrigation systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Bloque de imagen (sustituye el src por tu foto) --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-image\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0875\/1307\/1943\/files\/Electrovalvula-Hunter-PGV-100G-44191-medidas-600ppp-w.png?v=1764662803\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Tabla BAJO texto + imagen, ocupando todo el ancho --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"table-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"tech-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\"\u003eKey technical data – Hunter PGV-100G 1\"\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand \/ Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHunter – PGV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePGV-100G\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistributor reference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e44191\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eValve type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlobe valve solenoid, without flow control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInlet\/outlet diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\" (25 mm), female BSP thread\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlow range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.05–9 m³\/h (0.7–150 l\/min)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended operating pressure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.5–10 bar (150–1000 kPa)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e66 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolenoid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24 V AC, encapsulated, captive core\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximate dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13 cm high × 11 cm long × 6 cm wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManual bleed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInternal and external, for quick opening and inspection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer's warranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 years (subject to Hunter conditions)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended applications\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResidential and commercial irrigation, sprinkler and drip irrigation zones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"scroll-note\"\u003eSlide the table horizontally to see all columns on small screens.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0875\/1307\/1943\/files\/Banner_Aspersores_Hunter_w_11650e26-cbb3-41aa-b71b-43b55dc46313.jpg?v=1743400094\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hunter","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52863333204295,"sku":"44191","price":17.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0875\/1307\/1943\/files\/Electrovalvula-Hunter-PGV-100G-44191-w.png?v=1764663093"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0875\/1307\/1943\/collections\/Electrovalvula-Hunter-PGV-100G-44191-w.png?v=1794243582","url":"https:\/\/www.piscinasyproductos.com\/en-eu\/collections\/electrovalvulas-riego.oembed","provider":"Piscinas y Productos","version":"1.0","type":"link"}