Valve types and power

[kleptophobiac]

I have one of these:
www.rainbird.com/diy/products/valves/cpf.htm

Is this adequate for a potato launcher? I currently have it installed on a micro gun, but performance is not stellar. I think that using 27 VDC from 9v batteries doesn't work so well. I'm considering using a power supply and a large capacitor to do the dirty work, and really move the diaphragm.

Are there better, readily available solenoids to use?

[chewy]

Convert it to air trigger. You will get a big jump in performance. I think Boogie shows how on his site ,if not go to spud tech . theres a how to on the home page and a sticky in general. I suggest using a tap to make the threads, less problems with leakage. Only run the tap 2/3 of the way in, if you go all the way it will leak.

[Rabidwolf]

Do Them Reticulation Valves Make Alot Of a Difference Than A Manual Ball Valve? i Have Only Got A Normal Manual ball Valve!

[serenic411]

[glow=red,2,300]Hey guys i am new at this and i need some help converting a solenoid valve to a air trigger... does anyone have any diagrams or links that shows you how to...[/glow]

[DReynolds]

Do a search for "Modding a Sprinkler valve" or some variation thereof. Also, as previously stated, it's a sticky on the forum at spudtech.com

[Rabidwolf]

www.wcww.com.au/valves.htm#hit

It Say's Slow Closing But Is Fast Opening? Damn Them

[tatorassassinator]

Hey Serenic go to

www.spudfiles.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=305

It will give ya all the info about modding a sprinkler valve.