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product_id: 44937762
title: "Pentair 521485 IntelliValve Valve Actuator"
brand: "pentair"
price: "NT$20980"
currency: TWD
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reviews_count: 8
category: "Pentair"
url: https://www.desertcart.tw/products/44937762-pentair-521485-intellivalve-valve-actuator
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region: Taiwan
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# Weatherproof, sealed design 24V standard automation compatible 3.75° precision increments Pentair 521485 IntelliValve Valve Actuator

**Brand:** pentair
**Price:** NT$20980
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 💧 Master your water flow with precision and reliability!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Pentair 521485 IntelliValve Valve Actuator by pentair
- **How much does it cost?** NT$20980 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tw](https://www.desertcart.tw/products/44937762-pentair-521485-intellivalve-valve-actuator)

## Best For

- pentair enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted pentair brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Compact & Sleek:** Minimalist design fits discreetly within any equipment pad, blending function with style.
- • **Plug & Play Automation:** Seamlessly integrates with standard 24V systems like Pentair EasyTouch for effortless setup.
- • **Precision Flow Control:** Adjust valve position in ultra-fine 3.75° increments for tailored water management.
- • **Built to Brave the Elements:** Fully sealed, maintenance-free design ensures peak performance rain or shine.
- • **Versatile Valve Compatibility:** Fits 1.5" to 3" valves, making it the go-to actuator for diverse pool and irrigation setups.

## Overview

The Pentair 521485 IntelliValve Valve Actuator offers precise 3.75-degree incremental control over valve positioning, compatible with 1.5" to 3" valves and standard 24-volt automation systems. Its sealed, maintenance-free, weatherproof design guarantees long-lasting reliability, while its compact form factor ensures easy integration into any equipment setup. Ideal for professionals seeking dependable, customizable water flow management.

## Description

521485

Review: Simple plug-n-play with Pentair EasyTouch - Easy setup, simple plug-n-play with Pentair EasyTouch. I really like the min/max valve position; it allows me to go full skim for cycling my pool and also setup 70% floor vac 30% skim during my vacuum cycle (just in case my kids nick out the vac hose my pump won’t burn out). Took no more than 30 mins to install.
Review: DONT REPLACE - Fix it for less than $13 - including shipping. - Like many Pentair products this is designed for a short life - thankfully unlike the Pentair IC-40 chlorinator thats not waterproof (see my review of that) at least this keeps the water out. The usual failure (I've had 2) shows led's flashing incorrectly and a chattering / vibrating sound. Pentair advises "the gears are stripped" - replace with a new one. The gears are probably not stripped, the motor is most likely burnt out. If this is the case you will need a ~1" chisel, a hammer, Phillips screwdrivers and a very fine jewellers screwdriver or sewing needle. Also you will need a new motor - and here they are.....for less than $13 delivered. https://www.desertcart.com/Synchronous-motor-Poles-Controlled-60SM38-12S/dp/B0B3SBY6M4/ref=sr_1_31?crid=70XOWCQTLHLI&keywords=60sm38+motor&qid=1665092779&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIwLjAwIiwicXNhIjoiMC4wMCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMDAifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=60sm38+motor%2Caps%2C125&sr=8-31 (Make sure you order the -3S version) First use the chisel to separate the lid from the main body. There a little glue holding then together but go around the groove a good tap in several places and the top should pop off. Undo the 2 motor screws, lift out the motor and power up the device. If the motor shaft just vibrates then motors dead, look at the photo of old and new motor and you can see the melted plastic on old motor. If you can turn the actuator output shaft the gears should spin. If this is all true order the motor! Remove PCB by undoing 4 screws. Look closely at the picture with the tiny screwdriver in the slot above where wire enters. Push screwdriver or needle in carefully and the wire will be released. I damaged one hole on first try so had to solder the white wire on. The new motor comes with wires already attached and tinned at the correct length, so just push new wires in and make sure they are retained. Power it up and if the motor spins you are good to go!. Reassemble, I used a little RTV between lid and body just to hold lid down. Its probably worth removing actuator and ensuring the valve is not jammed by a piece of rock or wood, if it does not rotate fairly easily open it up and clear any blockage. Put a little petroleum jelly on rubber seal and re-assemble everything.

## Features

- Built-in interface allows quick and simple setup of water flow
- Sealed, maintenance-free design is weather proofed for maximum reliability and extended service life
- Suitable for 1.5", 2", 2.5" and 3" valve sizes, 24-volt operation for use with standard automation systems
- Adjustable in 3.75-degree increments within the maximum 180-degree swing
- Sleek, minimalist design is compact and fits easily within any equipment pad

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B01BK7L2A8 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #195,861 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ( See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ) #4,598 in Pool & Spa Replacement Parts |
| Brand | Pentair |
| Brand Name | Pentair |
| Connector Type | Threaded |
| Customer Reviews | 3.7 out of 5 stars 27 Reviews |
| Included Components | IntelliValve Valve Actuator |
| Inlet Connection Type | Threaded |
| Item Dimensions | 9.5 x 6 x 5.25 inches |
| Item Type Name | 521485 |
| Item Weight | 3.2 Pounds |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 9.5 x 6 x 5.25 inches |
| Manufacturer | Pentair |
| Material | Metal |
| Material Type | Metal |
| Model Number | 521485 |
| Number of Ports | 2 |
| Outlet Connection Size | 3 Inches |
| Outlet Connection Type | 3 inches |
| Size | 301.5 cubic inches |
| Thread Size | NPT |
| Thread Type | NPT |
| UPC | 788379868390 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Valve Type | motor-operated valve |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Pentair
- **Inlet Connection Type:** Threaded
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 9.5 x 6 x 5.25 inches
- **Manufacturer:** Pentair
- **Material:** Metal
- **Number of Ports:** 2
- **Outlet Connection Size:** 3 Inches
- **Outlet Connection Type:** 3 inches
- **UPC:** 788379868390

## Images

![Pentair 521485 IntelliValve Valve Actuator - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61NCZyUqyPL.jpg)
![Pentair 521485 IntelliValve Valve Actuator - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61YWJSzQ+xL.jpg)
![Pentair 521485 IntelliValve Valve Actuator - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/614NTyktfVL.jpg)
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## Questions & Answers

**Q: will this work with my current "easytouch" pentair system?**
A: Yes.  Your easy touch system only activates the actuator.  The beauty of this actuator is the ability to set the position of the actuator without opening it and changing the cam positions like the old actuator. If you are only using the actuator as a 180 degree on or off, then buy the other version.

**Q: can I use this with out controller? 
I want to use to activate a water feature on and off on my phone**
A: It can only be controlled via a Pentair IntelliCenter.  You can connect your phone to the IntelliCenter and control the Valve but you can not control the valve directly with a phone without some other control system

**Q: Are there other compatible valves that can be used with this besides the Pentair Diverter valves?**
A: Jandy valves

**Q: Can I set this for 3 positions, 0*/45*/90* and control through my pentair ScreenLogic app?**
A: I have no idea. A friend was the one who fixed my problem

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Simple plug-n-play with Pentair EasyTouch
*by J***. on September 17, 2018*

Easy setup, simple plug-n-play with Pentair EasyTouch. I really like the min/max valve position; it allows me to go full skim for cycling my pool and also setup 70% floor vac 30% skim during my vacuum cycle (just in case my kids nick out the vac hose my pump won’t burn out). Took no more than 30 mins to install.

### ⭐ DONT REPLACE - Fix it for less than $13 - including shipping.
*by A***Z on October 6, 2022*

Like many Pentair products this is designed for a short life - thankfully unlike the Pentair IC-40 chlorinator thats not waterproof (see my review of that) at least this keeps the water out. The usual failure (I've had 2) shows led's flashing incorrectly and a chattering / vibrating sound. Pentair advises "the gears are stripped" - replace with a new one. The gears are probably not stripped, the motor is most likely burnt out. If this is the case you will need a ~1" chisel, a hammer, Phillips screwdrivers and a very fine jewellers screwdriver or sewing needle. Also you will need a new motor - and here they are.....for less than $13 delivered. https://www.amazon.com/Synchronous-motor-Poles-Controlled-60SM38-12S/dp/B0B3SBY6M4/ref=sr_1_31?crid=70XOWCQTLHLI&keywords=60sm38+motor&qid=1665092779&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIwLjAwIiwicXNhIjoiMC4wMCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMDAifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=60sm38+motor%2Caps%2C125&sr=8-31 (Make sure you order the -3S version) First use the chisel to separate the lid from the main body. There a little glue holding then together but go around the groove a good tap in several places and the top should pop off. Undo the 2 motor screws, lift out the motor and power up the device. If the motor shaft just vibrates then motors dead, look at the photo of old and new motor and you can see the melted plastic on old motor. If you can turn the actuator output shaft the gears should spin. If this is all true order the motor! Remove PCB by undoing 4 screws. Look closely at the picture with the tiny screwdriver in the slot above where wire enters. Push screwdriver or needle in carefully and the wire will be released. I damaged one hole on first try so had to solder the white wire on. The new motor comes with wires already attached and tinned at the correct length, so just push new wires in and make sure they are retained. Power it up and if the motor spins you are good to go!. Reassemble, I used a little RTV between lid and body just to hold lid down. Its probably worth removing actuator and ensuring the valve is not jammed by a piece of rock or wood, if it does not rotate fairly easily open it up and clear any blockage. Put a little petroleum jelly on rubber seal and re-assemble everything.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Updated review after initial failure
*by M***. on July 18, 2019*

My original review is below. I have changed my rating from 2 stars to 4 stars for now. Pentair DID end up honoring the warranty and even had a local company come out and replace my IntelliValve. So I'm changing my rating from two stars to 4 stars accordingly because it is working now. If it fails again I will update again. Original review: I'm only giving it two stars instead of one because it worked very well initially. But mine lasted about 8 months before lights started flashing on it, and then it did not work at all. I called Pentair to get warranty service on it, but they only warranty their products if they are installed by "pool professionals". I may try a different brand at this point...or I may just stick with my manual valve. Very disappointed.

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