sprinkler valves.

[nosnik]

hi
im new to this forum and i have been searching through the forum and i cant seen to find a post on whether u can use any sprinkler valve or do i have to use the orbit master, cause i cant find it


also is anyone can tell me where i can buy sprinkler value and a blow gun valve.? in singapore


thanks

[jackssmirkingrevenge]

You can visit one of our benevolent sponsors for a very good deal on a ready modded valve

[nosnik]

thanks but can i mail order this to singapore?

[jackssmirkingrevenge]

Probably, drop an email to sgort and find out.

[nosnik]

thanks for the tip but i still would like to know if i can use any type of sprinkler valve for air guns.

due to the fact i have to get the stuff within 2 or 3 days.

[jackssmirkingrevenge]

Most types can be used for spudguns purposes, head down to your local hardware/gardening supplies store and find out which models are available, you'll get an answer from the forum

[nosnik]

thanks~ now i need to find out which hardware shop sells this stuff... the two shops i went to did not stock sprinkler valves or blowgun valves -.-

[jackssmirkingrevenge]

You might want to contact limbeh, he's a forum member also in Singapore.

[nosnik]

oh yes. i found him and did inquire about the valves. is there any other valve i can use to replace the sprinkler valve for the same effect that the sprinkler valve is used?

[jackssmirkingrevenge]

There are other options, you could make a piston valve which is a bit more involved, or even use a simple ball valve which can be spring loaded for better opening time and accuracy. It depends what sort of launcher you're looking to make. If it's small calibre, even using a blowgun directly can work.

It's important that you understand the operating principles, this will then allow you to transfer the designs to the construction techniques and materials available to you.

[nosnik]

im going to make mine a single shot rifle and to hold just up to 150 - 170 psi . you think the blowgun valve will hold up? cause if so it would make my life much easier

[jackssmirkingrevenge]

In terms of pressure, it will hold, but what barrel will you be using? If it's airsoft/airgun pellets and you're using a long barrel then a blowgun will be just fine, but if you're planning on firing larger projectiles - golfballs, marbles etc. - you'll need something better.

[Pyro Ninja]

you think the blowgun valve will hold up?)

The Question is whether the sprinkler valve will hold up...Your average sprinkler valve isn't usually taken much past 120psi.

[nosnik]

yup long barrel. i did check and apparently i can use a garden hose gun as it can withstand the pressure from the air chamber of 160psi im thinking of small darts or pellets now all i need is to make a bolt loading system for the ammo

[nosnik]

you think the blowgun valve will hold up?)

The Question is whether the sprinkler valve will hold up...Your average sprinkler valve isn't usually taken much past 120psi.

i read some where in this forum that the average sprinkler valve can withstand more the 160 psi