Sprinkler System Solenoid Box
Control valves these devices are used to turn a sprinkler system either on or off.
Sprinkler system solenoid box. The solenoid has two wire leads extending from it. Your yard s sprinkler system uses valves to control water flow to each designated area such as your fruit tree drip tubes or basic lawn spray heads. Within each valve is a solenoid. The strong structural foam polyolefin material has a black and green finish and contains uv inhibitors for durability.
When your controller turns a valve on it sends 24vac to the solenoid. Irrigation system valve locating can sometimes be a. This article explains how to locate or find irrigation valves and wires using various kits. These valves are powered by 24 volts vac from your controller.
The valve box features a brass insert so that you may easily add a bolt. In the image below the master valve is in the small circular box to the left of the main sprinkler box.