Have you considered looking at lawn sprinkler valves? Or even the water valves for a humidifier, some are metal, but there are some available in plastic. You didn't mention what type of voltage you are looking for. All these would be 24VAC. > anyone know of a good source for cheap plastic > solenoid valves? -- http://www.piclist.com#nomail Going offline? Don't AutoReply us! email listserv@mitvma.mit.edu with SET PICList DIGEST in the body