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Device for charging batteries in remove valve actuators

Device for charging batteries in remove valve actuators

Device for charging batteries in remove valve actuators

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Does anyone make a "generator" that will provide electrical charging to a rechargable battery from the energy of an irrigation sprinkler? This would be used to maintain electrical charge on remote valve actuators.

RE: Device for charging batteries in remove valve actuators

It would cause a loss of head so the sprinkler would see reduced pressure.
Fen

RE: Device for charging batteries in remove valve actuators

Get a DC controller and use a solar panal.  My Waterman surge valve controllers have a 12 volt gel cell, and a solar panel for daytime recharging.

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