Solenoid came with UP

[AnA]

Heard that solenoid whcih come with the UP regulator is not very lasting. I use it for less than 1 year and now it is faulty. Wondering should I replace with the same original solenoid or sourcing for other more reliable type? Please recommend is there a direct subsitution? Thanks.

[DEA]

iirc, that time u posted about this same solenoid, it was mentioned that it does not work like the rest of the normal solenoids
so i think you'd be better off replacing the entire valve unit with those replacements like dennerle, bioplast etc

[AnA]

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On 8/4/2002 8:18:12 PM

iirc, that time u posted about this same solenoid, it was mentioned that it does not work like the rest of the normal solenoids
so i think you'd be better off replacing the entire valve unit with those replacements like dennerle, bioplast etc
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Replacing the entire valve unit? Including the regulators? In another word, you mean change the whole thing? Please enlighten. Thanks.

[AnA]

BTW, anyone could advise where could I get the Dennerle or Boiplast Co2 spare parts? Maybe, I could ask if those parts could fit into the UP's regulator? Thanks.

[DEA]

you better bring down the entire regulator + solenoid down to either nature or bioplast, let them take a look
if your regulator is the standard 2 stage regulator it should be no problem to remove the solenoid and valve, and attach a new one to the regulator

[AnA]

Yes, mine is the two stages regulator. Anyway, the shop which I have purchased from willing to change and replace a new solenoid for me. But, in future if it damage again, I will take the whole thing and hope I could find the alternative substitude. Thanks.

BTW, heard that the solenoid came with the UP is not very lasting...worse the new batch only last about 4 to 6 mths. Anyone could confirm? Thanks.

[aquaman]

sorry pals, what is the solenoide use for in the regulator?

Thank you,

[AnA]

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On 8/7/2002 11:50:21 PM

sorry pals, what is the solenoide use for in the regulator?

Thank you,

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To on/off the injection of the CO2 as and when you like thru a timer.

[aquaman]

so m i correct to say that those regulator with solenoid r connected to power supply?

thanks

[Simon]

yes aquaman...

[sherchoo]

Aquaman,
The solenoid functions as a actuator to switch the valve open/close electricaly. Normally it is controled by a timer so daily switching will be constant. If anyone were to get a regulator, I would strongly suggest to get one with solenoid.

AnA,
For a solenoid that last a whole year can consider to be quite good. Poor quality solenoid most last for 6 months. If you need to replace solenoid, FESTO has some good quality ones which are relatively chaep at around $20. But you have to bring the regulator down together to make sure it fits.

DEA,
May I know why did you suggest AnA should change the regulator. Sorry, I'm not aware of the history of this particular regulator. Care to enlighten.....