Looking for a good needle valve

[MEP001]

Has anyone used a good quality needle valve that isn't ridiculously expensive? I used to use the Rego 1/4" but not buying them in bulk means they're over $30 each. I'm looking for one that's under $10 and accurate and doesn't drift.

 

[cantbreak80]

I've used SMC's "speed control" for various applications, including weep water adjustment. They've served me well.
http://www.smcusa.com/top-navigation/cad-models.aspx/22276

I'm pretty sure John Guest's versions work just as well.

 

[2Biz]

Whats wrong with the ones on KR's site? I use the 1/4" x 1/4" ones on my weep system and haven't had to touch them once they are set..They don't break the bank....

https://www.kleen-ritecorp.com/c-236-metering-valves.aspx

 

[Randy]

I use the Kleen-Rite needle valves. They last about 10 years before they are eroded out so they don’t work anymore.

 

[MEP001]

Whats wrong with the ones on KR's site? I use the 1/4" x 1/4" ones on my weep system and haven't had to touch them once they are set..They don't break the bank....

https://www.kleen-ritecorp.com/c-236-metering-valves.aspx

The cheap ones are horrible, they look as bad as they perform. No accuracy in the adjustment - I like being able to open all the valves 1/2 turn and get the exact same flow from all of them. Even the $20 one isn't that accurate and that's more than I want to spend.

 

[MEP001]

I've used SMC's "speed control" for various applications, including weep water adjustment. They've served me well.
http://www.smcusa.com/top-navigation/cad-models.aspx/22276

I'm pretty sure John Guest's versions work just as well.

I found a valve like that from KMFit which also has inline versions that would mount better on a panel that I'll probably test as well as the one you linked.