WSP Softener Control Valve - Timer, 1-1/2"

This 1-1/2" timer control valve from Water Softener Plus manages the backwash and regeneration cycle of your water softener or filter. It automates the timing so your system refreshes itself regularly, helping your softener keep working efficiently without needing manual resets.

The problem you’re facing

If your water softener or filter relies on a control head that’s failing or unreliable, you’ll notice issues like inconsistent softened water, minerals building up again, or your system running regeneration cycles at odd times. You might be resetting it more often than you want or seeing fluctuating water quality.

Why this is happening

The control valve is the part that sets when and how your softener cleans the resin that traps minerals. With a worn or outdated valve, the timing can slip or the cycle can get stuck, causing your system to work less effectively. The one check that confirms this is seeing if your softener is regenerating at the expected intervals or if it’s stuck on manual mode.

What it costs you to leave it

When the valve doesn’t run your softener on a reliable schedule, hard minerals start building up again. That leads to scale inside your water heater and pipes, making appliances work harder and shortening their life. You’ll also spend more on soap and detergent, and notice rings or stains more quickly. The time spent cleaning and fixing these problems adds up over the years.

How this system fixes it

This control valve uses a mechanical timer to run your softener’s regeneration cycle at regular intervals. It automatically starts the backwash and recharge process that cleans the resin bed, which traps hard minerals. That keeps your system working smoothly without you having to start cycles manually.

What this system can handle

Designed for 1-1/2" plumbing, this valve fits water softeners using NWS control valve setups. It handles the full sequence of backwash, brine draw, slow rinse, and fast rinse phases. Its durable construction suits regular use in homes or facilities where a reliable, long-lasting timer valve is needed. It’s built to work with a wide range of softener sizes that use this control style, making it a solid replacement or upgrade for your existing setup.

What you actually get

You receive the NWS 1-1/2" time clock softener control valve itself. It’s a mechanical timer-driven head that mounts directly onto your softener tank or filter system. The exact configuration is confirmed during sizing based on your water flow and regeneration needs.

Is this the right size for you

This valve suits water softeners and filters with 1-1/2" inlet and outlet pipes, typical of medium-sized residential or light commercial systems. If your system uses smaller or larger plumbing, or a different control valve style, you’d want a different valve matched to those specifications.

Living with it

Once installed, the valve requires minimal maintenance. The mechanical timer runs on its own, but you should check it occasionally to ensure the timing matches your water usage patterns. Over time, the valve’s internal seals might need replacement, but the design allows for parts service instead of full replacement.

What it won’t do

This valve controls timing for water softener regeneration only. It doesn’t filter out bacteria, remove chemicals, or handle water testing. For issues like sediment, chlorine taste, or bacterial contamination, you’ll need dedicated filtration or treatment systems.

Why buy it from us

Water Softener Plus offers this valve with serviceable components—parts are still available years from now, not a sealed disposable unit. We ship from Tampa with free U.S. delivery included. Our team provides real sizing help based on your water problem and ZIP code, ensuring you get the right fit. And you have a 90-day money-back guarantee on the valve.

Specifications

The next step

Contact the WSP team for a free quote and sizing advice. Tell us about your water problem and your ZIP code, and we’ll confirm the best valve setup for your system and send you pricing information.