Sounds interesting. Unfortunately, my current value isn't a ball valve. It has the rotating faucet valve. Been eyeing the integrated valves, but then that means I need the plumber to come and install it and I have to leave it behind if I move. Now I am thinking of asking the plumber to add a ball valve, then I can use this.
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...been eyeing the integrated valves, but then that means I need the plumber to come and install it and I have to leave it behind if I move...All Z-Wave, #101 devices, HomeTroller Series2, HomeSeer2 v.2.5.0.81, & 1x Z-Troller
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SharkBites are the best.. use them in a commercial environment. I do alot of soldering copper, but a sharkbite works in a pinch... never had a failure in 10 years
Mark... how are the brackets coming... gotta big hole waiting for the valveUbuntu on the Intel NUC ( 8i5BEK ), 32 G, 250G SSD, V4 Pro 😎
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Originally posted by gearyt View PostSharkBites are the best.. use them in a commercial environment. I do alot of soldering copper, but a sharkbite works in a pinch... never had a failure in 10 years
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Originally posted by gearyt View PostSharkBites are the best.. use them in a commercial environment. I do alot of soldering copper, but a sharkbite works in a pinch... never had a failure in 10 years
Mark... how are the brackets coming... gotta big hole waiting for the valve [emoji14]
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Well, I received my first one (ordered 2 more unfortunately) and I got to say there are several problems with the actual use of this device.
1) The bracket was not designed correctly. I had to cut out a section of the plate in two spots in order for the valve handle and spindle to clear the plate. (Standard Watts 3/4" ball valve)
2) This is the most disappointing; the motor and gear box has WAY to much play. It causes the motor to not turn the valve all the way off or all the way on. If I removed the motor from the valve, the gearbox reaches both on and off center lines, but will not when under load.
FAIL!
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Was going to get one for the hot water line. Thanks for the feedback.
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We reached out to Econet regarding the valve handle position and received this response:
What he's saying is true; the ball in the valve achieves a fully closed position before the handle is perpendicular. That said, if you're not satisfied, the product is returnable, just like everything we sell.
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Originally posted by macromark View PostWe reached out to Econet regarding the valve handle position and received this response:
What he's saying is true; the ball in the valve achieves a fully closed position before the handle is perpendicular. That said, if you're not satisfied, the product is returnable, just like everything we sell.
This valve is on the tight side of it's working scope, but not unusually tight. (as an HVAC/R Tech I turn a lot of values) I have to sweat in 2 new valves for the other actuators so hopefully they will work better. It will be more important for these valves to work better as they will be used in a more "operational" capacity, and will require full ON and OFF functionality.
IMO it's an issue with the gearing in the drive system. The motor seems plenty powerful enough.
Also, I noticed the connection end on the first actuator transformer was hacked off and replaced with a generic connector, and was rated at 1.5amps. The 2 last actuators I received transformers were not hacked and are rated at 1 amp.
Not exactly what I would call professional, but........
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Just got mine installed. 3/4" model. Used the larger set of U-bolts. First problem was that they fit in the machined holes perfectly. But mounting the valve that way the two small screws with sleeves that engage the handle were not long enough. Noticed the slotted holes position the bracket tighter on the valve. Only problem was those holes appear to be spaced for the smaller set of U-bolts. Had to "massage" the U-bolts a bit with pliers to get them squeezed in the slotted holes. Tight fit but it works great so far.
Noticed it seem a bit off on the On/Off cycle similar to what you are describing. I pulled the clutch release and cycled the valve a few times. This is s a brand new valve i just purchased and installed. Weird when i pulled it a second time with power applied the motor started running. When i released the clutch It returned the valve back ti the open position it was last commanded to. Seems to line up and open/close more even now. Shuts off the water fine.
Mine has the power connector with screw terminals and a 1.25 amp supply AC adapter.
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