Water Solenoid Valves for Reliable Flow Control

What Are Water Solenoid Valves?

Water solenoid valves are electromechanical devices designed to control the flow of water in residential, commercial, and industrial systems. By automating fluid regulation, these valves improve efficiency, reduce downtime, and ensure precise control across a wide range of applications.

Common Applications of Water Solenoid Valves

Water solenoid valves are used across industries, including:

• Irrigation: Managing water delivery to different field zones or timing on/off cycles.
• HVAC: Controlling water flow in cooling towers and chiller systems.
• Industrial Processing: Managing water through various production stages.
• Water Treatment: Regulating flow in treatment, filtration, and desalination systems.
• Plumbing & Sanitation: Distributing water to fixtures and appliances.
• Food & Beverage: Controlling water use in cleaning, mixing, and processing.
• Pharmaceutical: Ensuring precise water flow during production stages.
• Power Generation: Supplying water for cooling turbines and generators.

These valves are also found in marine, petrochemical, and oil & gas operations.

Key Selection Factors

When specifying a water solenoid valve, engineers must consider:

• Pressure Rating: Choose valves rated for the system’s water pressure, from low-pressure residential to high-pressure industrial.
• Flow Rate: Ensure the valve can accommodate the system’s required flow capacity.
• Temperature Resistance: Select materials (bronze, stainless steel, or plastic) that can withstand water temperature ranges.
• Valve Type: Options include 2-way, 3-way, and 4-way valves depending on application.
• Voltage and Power: Confirm compatibility with available power sources.

Maintenance and Longevity

Proper maintenance extends valve performance and reliability. This includes routine cleaning, inspecting for leaks, testing operation, and replacing worn parts. Gould offers rebuild kits and replacement coils for all valve models, allowing fast in-line servicing.

Why Choose Gould Water Solenoid Valves?

Since 1951, Gould has manufactured American-made solenoid valves trusted by engineers across industries. Benefits include:

• Quality: Cast valve bodies and precision machining for durability.
• Reliability: Designed for high-pressure and high-temperature applications.
• Local Support: Direct access to expert assistance.
• Standards Compliance: Built in line with industry safety and performance standards.
• Customization: Tailored builds to meet unique application requirements.
• Fast Shipping: Large in-stock inventory ensures short lead times.

Available Gould Water Solenoid Valves

Bronze Solenoid Valves:

• M-3V
• M4-3V
• Q-3V & Q-3V-2
• Q-3B & Q-3B-2
• Q-3T & Q-3T-2

Stainless Steel Solenoid Valves:

• K-3V & K-3V-2
• K-3B & K-3B-2
• K-3T & K-3T-2

Water solenoid valves are critical for controlling flow in industries ranging from irrigation to power generation. Gould’s American-made valves combine durability, reliability, and quick availability, ensuring engineers get the right solution for their system needs.