Description
Do you know exactly when your water softener regenerates? The WSP Valve Timer with a 1-1/2" port controls just that. It schedules and manages the softening cycles to keep your water consistent while saving salt and water during regeneration.
Understanding Your Water Softener’s Regeneration Schedule
When you see scale building on your faucets or notice your coffee tasting dull, it often means your softener is not regenerating at the right time. The timing of these regeneration cycles affects how well your system removes hardness minerals and refreshes the resin inside. Too often or too seldom, and you’ll either waste resources or deal with tougher water. This control head determines exactly when and how your system goes through this cycle.
Precision Timing with a Digital Control Head
This valve timer features a digital display that lets you set and monitor regeneration schedules clearly and easily. It’s designed with a 1-1/2-inch port size, which supports higher flow rates needed for larger homes or light-commercial sites with many water outlets. The built-in injector precisely meters the brining process, minimizing salt and water waste that often comes with poor timing.
How the Resin Media Works with the Timer
Inside your system, a high-capacity cation exchange resin traps hardness minerals from your water—chiefly calcium and magnesium. The control head triggers regeneration to flush these minerals away and renew the resin's softening ability. By controlling when this flush happens, the timer helps keep your water soft without needless use of salt or water.
Tank Compatibility and System Capacity
This control valve fits tanks designed for 1-1/2" NXT2 valves. Its size and porting handle the demands of large residential homes or light-commercial sites where water use is high and consistent. That means it can support multiple bathrooms and appliances running at once without choking your flow or interrupting softening performance.
Who Should Choose This Controller
This timer is ideal if you manage a large household or a small business site with frequent water use and multiple outlets. If your water softener runs often or you find salt and water use higher than expected, this control valve brings better precision and efficiency. For smaller homes or lower demand, a smaller timer might be more practical.
What Comes With Your WSP Valve Timer Order
Your purchase includes the valve timer itself featuring the NXT2 timer module and 5C injector. U.S. shipping is free and included. You will receive detailed manuals to assist your licensed plumber with installation and setup. We offer free expert sizing advice to help match this timer to your system’s needs.
Ready to improve your water softener’s efficiency and control? Order the WSP Valve Timer online today. Our team is here to help with sizing questions—call 813-897-9971 for support.
Who this size is right for
With 1-1/2" porting, this head is rated to drive a system serving a light-commercial or large residential site - around high continuous demand with many outlets.
Match the head to the tank it will sit on and to the service flow the house needs. If you are unsure which head your tank takes, send us the tank dimensions and we will confirm it.
Overview
- 🇺🇸 U.S.-based support and expert assistance
- 🔧 Built with trusted, industry-standard components
- 🚚 Ships nationwide - freight-safe packaging
- 🏠 Ideal for residential and light-commercial systems
Specs (Typical)
| Max Operating Pressure | 125 psi |
|---|---|
| Max Water Temp | 100 °F |
| Electrical | 120 V AC |
| Flow Range | 5-45 GPM (model dependent) |
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