ISIMET - EBV Electronic Ball Valves

PROS of ISIMET Electronic Ball Valves (EBVs)

Low power consumption.
Minimal heat for improved reliability and longer lifespan.
Virtually no maintenance.
No restriction in flow (full port).
Orientation and direction of flow do NOT matter. EBVs can be installed in any direction and confi guration.
EBVs close automatically when power is off via stored energy.
Reduced water hammer and elimination of solenoid humming.
Simpler to order. You only need to specify gas vs. water and size.
Differential pressures do not matter.
Rugged, reliable stainless steel construction.
Low voltage. Does not require an electrician to install.

CONS of the solenoids

High power consumption.
High heat; temperatures routinely exceed 140 degrees F. The solenoid coil heat reduces valve’s life expectancy.
Solenoids must be maintained annually to ensure clean lines and proper seating of the solenoid.
Solenoids have varying internal construction and flow paths that can reduce flow.
Direction of flow and orientation are prescribed and critical to correct Direction of flow and orientation are prescribed and critical to correct installation and operation.
Normally closed solenoids require constant power to remain in open position.
Solenoids can cause humming and water hammer.
There are at least nine types of solenoids, which makes ordering confusing.
Differential pressure is critical for correct solenoid operation.
Aluminum, brass, and/or miscellaneous metals construction.
Often high voltage, requiring an electrician to install.