Lower profile than other solenoid diverting valves and available in smaller pipe sizes, these are often used to automatically divert flow between ports in tight spots. They operate on electricity. All can direct flow from the side-port inlet to the side-port outlet or the top-port outlet. Valves cannot shut off flow. They don’t require a minimum pressure drop between the inlet and outlet for operation. The actuator is mounted directly to the valve body to minimize movement and reduce wear.

Flow coefficient (Cv) is the amount of water (in gallons per minute) at 60° F that will flow through a fully open valve with a difference of 1 psi between the inlet and the outlet.