Champion Irrigation AB-075-B Compact Brass Actuator

These went in with no difficulty whatsoever and it was very clear how they functioned. Essentially there was only one way they go in and one place they fit in their sized accordingly. I've been using them for nearly 6 months and they have run well.

arrived quickly and good quality

Every so often, my irrigation for the landscape gives up. I think the different weather changes and temperature fluctuations play havoc on the sprinklers and cause the system to give up. These babies are sturdy and reliable. I hope they last another 40 years.

Brass actuator is the best bet for original brass valve bodies. Just don't use the manual bleed screw for turning the valve on and off as it easily strips the threads in the actuator body.

No instructions but not my first rodeo. Don't forget to remove the siphon valve cover on your in ground assembly first. Gently tighten solenoid and bleed bolts after testing. Work of art compared to the plastic models half the price.

quick mailing and what I needed

The metal valves are more durable and repairable than the plastic valves. The plastic valve was leaking and had a crack due to high pressure source. The metal valve will be easy to maintain and last twice as long.

I ordered this product to replace an old valve actuator that was allowing some seepage which resulted in a mud puddle at the lowest point on that sprinkler line. This one did the trick and the mud puddle is gone. I will point out that the photo is not what I received, but I'm not hung up on appearances. It looks somewhat different but is stil a direct replacement. Having had problems with plastic actuators in the past, which seem to be all you can buy locally at Home Depot and Lowe's, I tend to stick with the brass. I would buy this product again if I need it.