What is a 2 port Motorised valve?
Two port valves The simplest type of valve, with two plumbing connections (in and out). When power is applied, the internal motor opens the valve allowing water to flow. When fully open, a switch inside the valve activates. This switch is normally used to activate the boiler. To close the valve, power is removed.
How does a Drayton Motorised valve work?
Drayton diverter valves are spring return valves which allow water to be directed out of either one of two outlets. When the drive motor is de-energised the flow is from inlet Port C and out of Port B. When the motor is energised, flow is out of Port A.
What are the wires on a 2 port valve?
2 Port Valve Electrically, the valve has 5 wires: Green/Yellow, Earth – connected to the metal body of the valve. Blue, Neutral – internally connected to the neutral side of the motor. Brown, Live in – Activates the motor inside the valve.
What does a Drayton zone valve actuator do?
This device is used to control a 2 port valve on a heating system, and is basically a motor in a box.
What do the wires do on a 3 port valve?
3 Port Valve Operation Electrically, the valve has 5 wires: Green/Yellow, Earth – connected to the metal body of the valve. Blue, Neutral – internally connected to the neutral side of the motor. White, Live in 1 – Activates the motor inside the valve to select either AB (both) or A (heating)
What are the dimensions of Drayton 2 port valve?
The Drayton 2 port valves are available in 22mm and 28mm. All models feature “snap-on” actuators and have industry-standard wiring and dimensions.
What are the different types of Drayton Controls?
Used primarily in larger properties for zoning, Drayton’s 2 port, diverter and mid-position valves are available in 22mm and 28mm. All models feature ‘snap-on’ actuators and have industry-standard wiring and dimensions. This site uses cookies to store information on your computer.
How long does it take to run a Drayton valve?
All models feature “snap-on” actuators and have industry-standard wiring and dimensions. Operating time: Motor 14 secs., spring return 6 secs. Save on shipping costs on your first order.
Which is better Drayton or Danfoss motorised valves?
Having had Danfoss motorised valves fail a number or times I was recommended these Drayton ones by 2 plumbers I know. So far they are far quieter than the danfoss and Honeywell valves and seem well built. Time will only tell if they last longer!