{"product_id":"jobe-vortex-float-valve","title":"Jobe Vortex Float Valve","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.6em; font-weight:700; line-height:1.25; margin:0 0 0.6em;\"\u003eJobe Vortex Float Valve – High-Flow Float Valve for Water Tanks, Troughs \u0026amp; Cisterns\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShips directly from the manufacturer.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eJobe Vortex Float Valve\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-flow float valve\u003c\/strong\u003e for the automatic filling of \u003cstrong\u003ewater storage tanks, livestock troughs and cisterns\u003c\/strong\u003e. Jobe rates the Vortex at \u003cstrong\u003e600 L\/min (about 158 gpm)\u003c\/strong\u003e, and calls it a good choice wherever \u003cstrong\u003emaximum flow\u003c\/strong\u003e, compact, robust, non-corrosive construction and \u003cstrong\u003evariable float levels\u003c\/strong\u003e are needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe float operates a small pilot valve, which in turn operates the \u003cstrong\u003emain diaphragm valve\u003c\/strong\u003e. It \u003cstrong\u003eshuts down slowly to help minimize water hammer\u003c\/strong\u003e, and holds your water level within a 3\/4\"–2-1\/2\" range that increases as inlet pressure increases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Vortex is configured for \u003cstrong\u003eabove-water mounting\u003c\/strong\u003e — top entry with or without an extension — and mounts horizontally or vertically. The valve \u003cstrong\u003eunscrews from its tail\u003c\/strong\u003e for easy valve seal access, the float sets by hand with \u003cstrong\u003eno tools\u003c\/strong\u003e, a built-in switch \u003cstrong\u003elocks it off\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a port accepts Jobe's \u003cstrong\u003eFrostPro anti-freeze device\u003c\/strong\u003e (sold separately).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in \u003cstrong\u003e1-1\/4\", 1-1\/2\" and 2\" inlets\u003c\/strong\u003e, and built from \u003cstrong\u003ecorrosion-resistant materials\u003c\/strong\u003e with 304 stainless steel hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.3em; font-weight:700; margin:1.2em 0 0.4em;\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRated at 600 L\/min\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJobe's high-flow rating for fast refills of large tanks and troughs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEasy Seal Access\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe valve unscrews from the tail for quick access to the valve seal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGradual Shut-Off\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShuts down slowly to help minimize water hammer in your lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTool-Free Adjustment \u0026amp; Lock Switch\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSet the float position by hand, and lock the valve off when you need to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrostPro Ready\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBuilt-in port for the Jobe FrostPro anti-freeze device (sold separately).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.3em; font-weight:700; margin:1.2em 0 0.4em;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInlet Sizes: 1-1\/4\", 1-1\/2\", 2\"\u003cbr\u003e\nRated Flow: 600 L\/min (about 158 gpm)\u003cbr\u003e\nOperating Pressure: 5–100 psi (0.3–7 bar)\u003cbr\u003e\nMax Temperature: 140°F (60°C)\u003cbr\u003e\nWater Level Differential: 3\/4\"–2-1\/2\" (20–60mm), increases with inlet pressure\u003cbr\u003e\nMounting: Above water only — top entry, with or without extension\u003cbr\u003e\nMaterials: Glass-filled nylon body, EPDM diaphragm, TPU seal, HDPE float, 304 stainless steel hardware\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1749\/0017\/files\/VORTEX-INFO-2025.pdf?v=1792087915\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color:#0000EE;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eJobe Vortex Spec Sheet (PDF)\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.3em; font-weight:700; margin:1.2em 0 0.4em;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the Vortex be mounted underwater?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The Vortex is configured for above-water mounting only. Jobe makes a separate underwater-mount version of the Vortex.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I prevent back-siphoning?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJobe recommends mounting the valve at least two inlet diameters above the overflow. Some mounting positions may not comply with local regulations, so check yours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVortex or Topaz?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Vortex is Jobe's larger high-flow valve in 1-1\/4\" to 2\" inlets. For 3\/4\" to 1-1\/4\" troughs, see the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/jobe-topaz-float-valve\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJobe Topaz Float Valve\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBig inlets, big flow, built to last — the Jobe Vortex keeps large tanks and troughs full.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jobe","offers":[{"title":"1-1\/4\"","offer_id":67624325972023,"sku":"W-VLV-0900","price":344.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1-1\/2\"","offer_id":67624326004791,"sku":"W-VLV-0901","price":353.61,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2\"","offer_id":67624326037559,"sku":"W-VLV-0902","price":358.64,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1749\/0017\/files\/Jobe_Vortex_2000x2000_3a53663d-adfa-4e1f-84ab-f4c61c1a6624.jpg?v=1792088039","url":"https:\/\/powerflexfence.com\/products\/jobe-vortex-float-valve","provider":"Powerflex","version":"1.0","type":"link"}