VALVE PLACEMENT
WHERE YOU NEED THEM, WHEN YOU NEED THEM
Whether you have a hard floor with specific cutouts and need to access your floor valves, or you need your inflation valves installed at the bow and stern of your tubes and not the sides, let us know! We will work together to find the correct solution for you.
VALVES TYPES
LEAFIELD D7
The Leafield Marine D7 valve is designed to replace the highly successful C7 Valve.
The new D7 Valve has several benefits over the previous model, with improved inflation/deflation speed. It has an enhanced clamping method with an ‘O’ ring seal added to the valve core to reduce the risk of leaks. The D7 valve also has a shorter internal profile than the C7.
ACETAL (POM) plastic parts give high strength, chemical, and ozone resistance.The seal is designed so that it cleans the sealing surface as it operates; this also reduces the risk of leakage due to dirt contamination.
LEAFIELD C7
SOTAR transitioned from C7 valves to D7 on February 20th, 2015. The boots on the C7 & D7 are not interchangeable, meaning you must replace the entire valve.
The seal is designed to clean the sealing surface as it operates, reducing the risk of leakage due to dirt contamination. When the cap is fitted, the rugged retaining strap is hidden from view to prevent snagging on other equipment. Simple cap replacement - it does not require the valve to be removed.
The Leafield C7 valves are also made from ACETAL (POM) plastic providing high strength, chemical, and ozone resistance.
LEAFIELD PRV A-6
The Leafield A6 PRV (Pressure Relief Valve) is compact, rugged, and reliable, designed to automatically release excess pressure and protect your inflatable from over-inflation. Holding pressure up to 2.5 PSI, it ensures optimal air levels are maintained even under intense heat or heavy use. Built for demanding environments, the A6 PRV offers peace of mind for boaters who want consistent performance and long-lasting durability in their inflatable gear.
STANDARD PLACEMENT
Before we start moving things around, lets review our valves are already commonly positioned on our boats for each of the chambers. After decades of building boats, we recommend these locations.
STANDARD VALVES
The floor valve is at the bow of the raft, while the exterior tube's pair are mirrored and inverted on the end of the straight sections and the joint A panels.
INCLUDED ON THE
- CLASSIC ST RAFT SERIES
- LIQUID SL RAFT SERIES
- STRIKE RAFT SERIES
MICRO STRIKE VALVES
The floor valve is at the stern of the raft, while the exterior tube's valves are located on the center of the straight section on each side.
INCLUDED ON THE
- MICROSTRIKE
ALTERNATIVE PLACEMENT
Before we start moving things around, lets review our valves are already commonly positioned on our boats for each of the chambers. After decades of building boats, we recommend these locations.
BOW & STERN VALVES
Bring your valves up to the Stern and Bow of the boat.
REQUESTED ON
- CLASSIC ST RAFT SERIES
- LIQUID SL RAFT SERIES
- STRIKE RAFT SERIES
PADDLER VALVES
For those who worry that the paddlers in their boats are going to accidently knock off the valve caps.
REQUESTED ON
- CLASSIC ST RAFT SERIES
- LIQUID SL RAFT SERIES
FLOOR PLACEMENT
FLOOR VALVES PLACEMENT
Everyone's gear rigging setup is different and making sure your gear doesn't cover your floor valves is critical in insuring your abillity to pump some more air into the floor during your river trips.
A FEW EXAMPLES
OF SOME OF THE UNIQUE SPOTS YOU CAN PUT YOUR VALVES
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PUMPS
...every raft needs one of these...
New Short Halkey-Roberts Fill Adapter
We know things can get confusing.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
If I want my floor valves to be in the stern of my boat, instead of the bow of my boat, is that considered custom?
No, that is a standard location and is not considered custom.
Do valves come in custom colors?
No, they only come in light grey at this time.
What if I am only moving my valves up the tubes by 2 inches?
This would still be custom, as we would have to adjust the pattern from standard.
CUSTOMIZATIONS
Discover what fits you.
DESIGN MODIFICATIONS
Together we can tailor the size and shape of your boat to perfectly suit your unique water or cargo requirements.
HANDLES & D-RINGS
Modify the placement and quantity of D-rings and handles to expand functionality and meet your specific needs.
LOGOS & GRAPHICS
Showcase your graphic designs prominently on the side of your boat for a personalized and professional touch.
CUSTOMIZED COLORS
Get a unique color scheme, including tubes, floors, thwarts and highlights to match your style or branding.
TOP CHAFE
Improve comfort, stability and protection with custom top chafe strips, offering extra grip for seating areas.
BOTTOM WRAP / CHAFE
Toughen up with a bottom wrap that sheilds your boat from rugged rapids and shallow water.
THWARTS
Secure seating positions and organization by modifying thwart placement or size to keep your paddlers comfortable during calm and wild rides.
VALVE PLACEMENT
Custom valve placement on your inflatable allows for optimized inflation, deflation, and accessibility based on specific user needs.
FOOT CUPS
Get more leverage for stronger paddle and keep paddlers balanced, by installing foot cups that anchor your feet securely in place.