Pentair 263045 180 Degree 3-Port Pool And Spa Valve Actuator

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Pentair 263045 180 Degree 3-Port Pool And Spa Valve Actuator

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Installation Ease

Customers have generally positive feedback regarding the installation ease of the Pentair 263045 180 Degree 3-Port Pool And Spa Valve Actuator. Most customers found it to be a quick and easy DIY project, with some mentioning that it was even simpler than expected. A small number of customers encountered issues during installation but were able to resolve them or received replacement parts.

Functionality

Customers generally have positive feedback on the functionality of the Pentair 263045 180 Degree 3-Port Pool And Spa Valve Actuator, with many reporting that it works great and performs as intended. However, a few customers mentioned issues with poor design and construction.

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Water Resistance

Customers have reported mixed experiences with the water resistance of the Pentair 180 Degree 3-Port Pool And Spa Valve Actuator. While some have had success with the product, others have encountered issues with water leaking into the housing and damaging the circuit board or motor. Some customers have attempted to prevent water intrusion by using O rings and grease but have still experienced failures. Pentair's customer support has been unresponsive in providing warranty replacements for failed units.

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Price

Customers have mixed opinions on the price of this pool and spa valve actuator. While some find it to be a good value, others believe it is overpriced compared to similar products from other brands or even the same brand sold elsewhere.

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Quality

Very easy to install and works well

Replaced defective remote valve in pool system perfect replacement

After about 10 years one of the 3-way electronic valves began to fail on our pool due to what appears to be a failure of the wa... Read More

These fail after a few year, not because of the internals, it’s because of the seals wearing and water enters the unit and caus... Read More

Price

Great price versus buying form local store.

Way cheaper to do it yourself and easier to install than expected!

Now they cost over $200 so that they don't outpace the newer, but not functionally more advanced, actuators.

Price was half the local pool store.

Shipping

Arrived quickly, installed simply, and worked perfectly.

Very easy to install, and quick delivery helped me get my pool up and running quickly.

Competitiveness

Pentair is the leading brand, and this actuator is brand-accurate and comes with very helpful instructions.

Sadly these units have gotten very expensive because many of the pool manufacturers are moving towards newer style actuators an... Read More

There are sellers here on amazon that will try to sell you the limit switches for $15 a piece and that is just typical 3rd part... Read More

The switches are easy to replace and cost about $2 each if you buy them from an online electronics store like digikey.

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Our engine has discovered that over 90% high quality reviews are present.

This product had a total of 370 reviews as of our last analysis date on Nov 16 2024.