Electrically actuated water valve

[yelkenli]

Does anyone have any experience with electrically actuated water valves used in a residential setting?

I have seen some automated shut-off valves to prevent flooding. I know irrigation systems use such valves. I know some people are getting into automating homes and maybe there are some applications there.

Any examples are appreciated.

 

[havasu]

My front load Samsung washer dumps water so fast that those water break sense hoses would shut down after every load, and I would need to reset them. If the electronic versions work this same way, I think they would be a waste of money.

 

[bud16415]

Just Google (solenoid water valve) and you will find 1000's of them.

Welcome to the forum.

 

[billshack]

I believe what he is talking about is a system where a water sensor sits in the basement and if it sees water then the main water has a solenoid that shuts off . yes i have installed them on large projects. an engineer specified which. one i would suggest a slow closing , it worked very good.