RUNXIN F116Q Automatic Softener Valve 2.5″ Base
R2 505,00 Incl. VAT
The Runxin F116Q automatic softener valve automates full softening regeneration cycles — including service, backwash, brine, rinses, and refill — with flexible time- or volume-based control, LED status feedback, and easy manual regeneration when needed.
Runxin F116Q Automatic Softener Valve
The Runxin F116Q automatic softener valve is a top-mount automatic control valve designed for residential softening and ion exchange systems where automatic regeneration is preferred. Featuring both time-clock (F116Q1) and meter/volume (F116Q3) control options, it allows flexible regeneration scheduling to match your household water usage and hardness conditions.
This valve sequences through all standard softener operations — service, backwash, brine draw, slow rinse, brine refill, and fast rinse — without manual intervention. The integrated LED dynamic display shows current valve state, and a manual regeneration button lets you trigger cycles on demand. A long-outage indicator helps you know when the clock may need resetting after extended power interruptions.
Built with a hermetic sealed head and corrosion-resistant components, the F116Q provides dependable performance in residential water softening, boiler feed softening, and reverse-osmosis pretreatment systems that require softened water.
📐 Softener Tank Sizing Guide
Correct tank sizing helps achieve efficient regeneration and reduces salt use. These guidelines assume typical residential water use and hardness:
| Household Size | Approx Daily Water Use | Suggested Tank Diameter |
| 1–2 people | ~225–450 L/day | 6″–8″ |
| 3–4 people | ~450–900 L/day | 8″–10″ |
| 5+ people | ~900 L+/day | 10″–12″ |
Sizing Notes
- Harder water requires more resin volume.
- Larger tanks hold more resin, reducing frequency of regeneration cycles.
- Ensure the mesh and distributor system matches the valve’s flow capacity. (Industry best practice)
🕒 Regeneration Timing Recommendations
Because the Runxin F116Q supports both timer and volume regeneration control, here are recommended strategies:
Timer (Days Between Regeneration)
| Usage Pattern | Suggested Interval |
| Light/moderate usage | 3–5 days |
| Moderate usage | 2–3 days |
| High usage / high hardness | 1–2 days |
Volume Regeneration (If Meter-Based)
| Hardness Level | Volume Before Regeneration |
| Mild hardness | ~5 000–7 000 L |
| Moderate hardness | ~4 000–6 000 L |
| High hardness | ~2 500–4 000 L |
Notes
- Volume regeneration triggers based on actual water use, often resulting in better salt efficiency.
- Timer mode ensures regular cycles even with low usage.
📌 Practical Installation Advice
- Choose appropriate resin and brine tanks based on household water hardness and usage.
- Verify plumbing connectors (1″ inlet/outlet, ¾″ drain, ⅜″ brine) before installation.
- Program initial regeneration logic using either timer or volume mode that best suits usage.
- Check first few cycles to verify softness and minimal waste.
- Professional installation recommended if unfamiliar with controllers or valve programming.
| Weight | 3 kg |
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Specifications
Specification |
Details |
| Model | Runxin F116Q |
| Product Type | Automatic softener control valve |
| Control Type | Time-clock (F116Q1) / Meter/Volume (F116Q3) |
| Valve Mount Type | Top-mount softener valve |
| Inlet Connection Size | 1″ male thread |
| Outlet Connection Size | 1″ male thread |
| Drain Port Size | ¾″ NPT (≈ 20 mm) |
| Brine Line Connector | ⅜″ male (≈ 10 mm) |
| Base Thread | 2.5″-8 NPSM |
| Riser Pipe Outer Diameter | 1.05″ (≈ 26.7 mm) |
| Rated Flow Capacity | 5 m³/h (5 000 L/h) |
| Compatible Tank Diameter | 6″–18″ |
| Operating Pressure Range | 0.15–0.6 MPa (1.5–6 bar) |
| Operating Temperature Range | 5 °C–50 °C |
| Water Turbidity (Down-flow regen) | < 5 FTU |
| Power Adapter | AC100–240 V / DC12 V, 1.5 A |
| Controller Interface | LED dynamic display with manual regen button |
Pros & Cons
✔ Pros
- Dual regeneration modes: Choose time-clock or volume-based control.
- Higher flow rating: Up to ~5 m³/h supports larger residential systems.
- LED dynamic display: Clear operational feedback, including outage indicators.
- Manual regeneration: Start a cycle whenever needed.
- Hermetic sealing: Corrosion-resistant construction for long service life.
✖ Cons
- Requires an external power adapter (AC → DC).
- Complex programming relative to basic timer-only valves — installer familiarity helpful.
- Valve must be paired with resin and brine tanks — not a standalone system. (General product reality)
FAQ's
1: What is the Runxin F116Q automatic softener valve used for?
It automates regeneration cycles in water softening systems, controlling service, backwash, brine draw, rinses, and refill without manual intervention.
2: What’s the difference between F116Q1 and F116Q3?
- F116Q1 = Timer clock regeneration
- F116Q3 = Meter/volume-based regeneration
This allows you to choose based on usage patterns.
3: Does it need electrical power?
Yes — uses an external 100–240 V AC to DC12 V 1.5 A adapter.
4: What size plumbing does it fit?
It uses 1″ inlet and outlet, with a ¾″ drain port and ⅜″ brine line connection.
5: Does it retain settings after power loss?
Yes — in most cases settings remain, and a long-outage indicator alerts when a reset of local clock may be needed.
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