The Rain Bird DVF Series is the premium diaphragm valve chosen by more irrigation professionals than any other valve on the market — and for good reason. With over 25 years as the industry leader, the DVF delivers consistent, problem-free performance that lets you spend less time maintaining your irrigation system and more time enjoying your landscape.
Available in standard DVF (with flow control) and DVF DC Latch configurations for use with battery-operated controllers. All Rain Bird residential valves work with any standard sprinkler timer and are suitable for use where a separate pressure vacuum breaker (PVB) or double-check valve is required by local codes to protect against backflow.
Key Features
Double-Filtered Pilot-Flow Design — diaphragm and solenoid filtration for maximum reliability and grit resistance
Buna-N Balanced Pressure Diaphragm — with self-cleaning 90-mesh (200 micron) pilot water filter and captive spring for long-term reliability
Energy-Efficient Encapsulated Solenoid — low-power design with captured plunger and 90-mesh (200 micron) solenoid filter
Pressure-Assisted Flow Control — unique, easy-to-turn mechanism for precise flow adjustment
External Bleed — manually flush the system of dirt and debris during installation and start-up
Internal Bleed — spray-free manual operation without activating the controller
TBOS Latching Solenoid Compatible — accepts Rain Bird TBOS latching solenoid for use with most battery-operated controllers
Low-Flow & Drip Compatible — operates in low-flow and landscape drip applications when a 200-mesh filter is installed upstream
ESP-LXIVM 2-Wire Compatible — compatible with ESP-LXIVM 2-wire systems when used with the IVMSOL
BSP Female Threaded Inlet — 25mm (1") BSP, compatible with standard NZ irrigation fittings
For flows below 3 GPM (0.68 m³/h) or any landscape drip application, install a 200-mesh filter upstream
Rain Bird recommends flow rates resulting in discharge velocities not exceeding 2.3 m/s (7.5 ft/sec) in the supply line to reduce water hammer effects
Rain Bird residential valves cannot be used with PRS pressure regulating modules
Not recommended for use with two-wire control systems (except ESP-LXIVM with IVMSOL)
Ideal For
Residential and light commercial irrigation systems across New Zealand requiring a proven, reliable diaphragm valve with backflow-safe design. The DC Latch variant is ideal for remote or off-grid sites using battery-operated Rain Bird controllers.
