Netafim Series 80 Globe Control Valve 1 in, 12VDC Latching Solenoid (12VDCL)

Netafim Latching Solenoid Irrigation Valve, 1 in Globe

Battery-powered and solar irrigation controllers run longest when their valves draw as little current as possible. A latching coil solves that, because it only needs power for the instant it switches. This Netafim build fits a 12VDC latching solenoid to the compact 1 in Series 80 globe body. One short DC pulse opens the valve, a pulse of reversed polarity closes it, and in between the coil draws no current at all. The 1 in body is rated for 0.01 to 44 GPM, low enough for a single mist line and high enough for a full bench. Working pressure runs from 7 to 150 psi, with water up to 140°F. The small Series 80 bodies carry Netafim's improved manual selector, which bleeds the valve internally without disturbing the solenoid. Body, bonnet and seat are glass-reinforced polyamide, with 304 stainless hardware and a 302 stainless spring. The valve measures about 4-1/8 x 3 x 4-1/2 in and weighs 0.64 lb. Command water passes a clog-free labyrinth inlet on its way to the diaphragm chamber.

Running a 12VDCL Valve From a DC Controller

Pair it with a controller that has latching outputs. A battery timer on a remote block or a DC panel in a solar hoop house both qualify. A standard AC sprinkler timer cannot drive it, because the coil needs pulses of alternating polarity rather than steady voltage. Keep in mind that the 12VDCL valve stays wherever it was last pulsed. If the controller loses power mid-cycle, a zone can remain open until it is closed by hand or by the next pulse. The manual selector and flow control stem make that hand closure quick. Mount the valve upright with the flow arrow downstream, since the 2-way body is built for vertical installation. Use the flow control stem to trim the zone when balancing several laterals from one supply. Friction loss is about 3.4 psi at 8 GPM and 4.1 psi at 20 GPM, rising to 11.5 psi at full flow. The labyrinth inlet lets it run on dirty or reclaimed water without an internal filter. Check controller battery voltage each season, because a weak pulse may not move the plunger.

Key Features

• 12VDC latching solenoid: Switches on short DC pulses and draws no holding current.
• 0.01-44 GPM range: Handles a single mist line up to a full bench on one 1 in valve.
• Improved manual selector: Bleeds the valve internally and allows manual opening without touching the solenoid.
• Flow control stem: Trims or closes the zone by hand while balancing laterals.
• Labyrinth inlet: Keeps the command chamber working on dirty or reclaimed water.
• Compact nylon body: Glass-reinforced polyamide valve weighing 0.64 lb.

Technical Specifications