can you use a rain bird solenoid in place of a hunter solenoid ?

No you can't. This solenoid fits Hunter valves ONLY, and doesn’t fit on any other valve. Also, although Rainbird does make several different solenoids, they too are specific to Rainbird valves. With regard to Rainbird there are a few exceptions with their DC TBOS product, but by in large Rainbird is for Rainbird Hunter is for Hunter.

When doing maintenance on the system what do you use to identify the signal if the valve box location is unknown?

You would need a wire tracking device to start at the controller and trace the hot wire for that valve. These devices cost more than $950.00 for a low end one.

The solenoid im replacing only has 2 red wires , looks like this one has 4. Do you just pair the extra wires?

This solenoid has only 2 red wires, very easy to install.

Is this a direct replacement for part # 5979482 Solenoid Valve?

This solenoid will work on any Hunter valve and will work with any AC powered irrigation controller. It will not work with battery powered controllers, however. The number 5979482 is the Patent Number off the side of this item.

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💧 Keep your lawn lush with zero downtime—Hunter’s heavy-duty solenoid replacement is the pro’s secret weapon!

NO MORE LOST PARTS - Captive plunger stays put during servicing—ditch the dirt-fumbling and get back to your day.
PLUG PLAY INSTALLATION - 24-inch pre-stripped wires mean no wire prep—get your system running in minutes, hassle-free.
MANUAL OVERRIDE MADE EASY - Flathead slot enables quick ¼ turn manual valve activation for testing or maintenance without a controller.
BUILT TO BRAVE THE ELEMENTS - Heavy-duty sealed design blocks water, dirt, and corrosion for unmatched outdoor durability.
UNIVERSAL HUNTER COMPATIBILITY - Fits all Hunter valves including PGV, ASV, HPV—fast, seamless repairs without full valve replacement.

The Hunter AC-Solenoid Replacement is a 24V, heavy-duty encapsulated sprinkler valve solenoid designed for all Hunter irrigation valves. Featuring pre-stripped 24-inch wires for tool-free installation, a captive plunger to prevent lost parts, and a sealed housing that resists water, dirt, and corrosion, it ensures long-lasting, reliable performance in tough outdoor conditions. Manual override functionality adds convenience for maintenance and testing.

Specifications

Material	Plastic
Brand	Hunter
Item dimensions L x W x H	0.75 x 4.5 x 8 inches
Exterior Finish	Plastic
Inlet Connection Size	0.5 Inches
Inlet Connection Type	Barb
Outlet Connection Type	Barb
Maximum Operating Pressure	15.17 Bars
Number of Ports	2
Outlet Connection Size	0.5 Inches
Specification Met	new edition
Manufacturer	Hunter Industries
UPC	611698159873 826719844281
Part Number	RTL1001606800
Item Weight	5.3 ounces
Product Dimensions	0.75 x 4.5 x 8 inches
Item model number	RTL1001606800
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer	No
Size	No Size
Color	Black
Style	Valve
Pattern	Solenoid
Power Source	Electric
Item Package Quantity	1
Included Components	Hunter AC-Solenoid Replacement
Batteries Included?	No
Batteries Required?	No
Warranty Description	Warranty

Reviews

D**.

Good product

Work real good with my Hunter sprinkler systems

25.05.2025

S**Y

Dependable

Easy to install

22.08.2025

A**M

Quick and Easy

This was easy to replace. Took less than 2 minutes. And, works great.

1.04.2025

T**Y

Hunter valves are poor quality to begin with

Worked as it should

19.06.2025

S**H

Hunter=Good

It was an exact replacement for my Hunter irrigation system.

27.06.2025

A**R

Works

Do what it says. Works.

27.05.2025

D**D

As expected

Good value. Direct replacement for my Hunter valves.

25.12.2024

F**K

Water system solenoid valve

Solenoid do stick on or off ,easy to replace

24.03.2025

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