WSP Control Valve - 3/4 inch Port

Replacing or upgrading the control valve on your water softener or filter can make a big difference in how well your system handles backwashing and regeneration. The WSP Control Valve with a 3/4 inch port oversees these cycles automatically, helping keep your system running smoothly and your water flowing consistently.

The daily chore that never seems to end

Every week, you scrub the shower door glass to clear the filmy water spots left behind. The orange rings in your toilet tank won’t budge no matter how much you clean. Towels go stiff quickly, and your coffee never tastes quite right, always carrying a faintly metallic edge. You spend time wiping down fixtures and scrubbing sinks, only to see the same spots return within days. That persistent hard water problem means constant cleaning labor, and it’s wearing you down.

How your softener’s control valve shapes the solution

The control valve on your water treatment system is essentially its brain. It tracks how much water your household uses and decides when the system needs to backwash — that’s when water flows backward through the media bed to flush out trapped particles — or regenerate, which refreshes the media’s ability to treat hardness. This particular valve measures water use carefully and initiates these cycles automatically at just the right time. That precision avoids wasted water and salt, saves you effort, and keeps your water softener running efficiently with less downtime.

What the internal media does for your water

Inside the tank, a high-capacity cation exchange resin targets hardness minerals like calcium and magnesium. When hard water passes through, these minerals swap places with sodium ions in the resin, softening the water you use for laundry, bathing, and drinking. Over time, the resin’s ability to trade these minerals decreases, which is why timely regeneration controlled by the valve matters — it replenishes the resin’s sodium so the system can keep reducing the hardness you see and feel.

The tank and connection details you should know

This control valve fits tanks from the 9100/1600 series, designed for smaller setups. It connects with 3/4 inch ports, which suits water systems on the smaller side but still capable of handling daily household needs. This size balances compactness with enough capacity to serve one to four people comfortably.

Who this valve is designed for

This valve is a good match for a small to average home with one or two bathrooms. If your household falls in the 1 to 4 person range, it’s sized to keep your water softening system reliable without being oversized or underpowered. Larger homes or systems with higher water demands might require valves with bigger ports or more capacity, so check your flow rates and household size before buying.

What you receive and how to get started

Ordering the WSP Control Valve means getting a metered control head that handles your system’s backwash and regeneration cycles with precision. It ships from Tampa, Florida, with free U.S. delivery already included in the price. Installation must be done by your local licensed plumber. Once ordered, you’ll get free expert sizing help if needed, plus installation and service manuals to guide you through setup and maintenance.

Take the next step with confidence

To keep your water softener running smoothly and reduce the time spent on cleaning hard water buildup, order the WSP Control Valve with 3/4 inch port today. Our team is ready to help with sizing advice and any questions you have before installation. Call or visit our online store to place your order and benefit from free shipping and expert support.

Who this size is right for

With 3/4 inch porting, this head is rated to drive a system serving a small to average home - around 1-4 people with 1-2 bathrooms.

The head has to suit both the vessel below it and the demand above it. Send the tank dimensions and your peak flow and we will confirm this is the right one.