{"product_id":"blue-thumb-automatic-water-fill-kit-1-2","title":"Automatic Water Fill Kit - 1\/2\" for Blue Thumb Elite Skimmers \u0026 Pump Canyon","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHudson Automatic Water Fill Kit - 1\/2\"\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePB1342 – Perfect for Ponds and Pond-less Waterfalls\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep your pond, Pond-less waterfall, or water feature running at the right water level with the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAutomatic Water Fill Kit - 1\/2\"\u003c\/strong\u003e. This kit automatically replaces water lost from evaporation, helping reduce daily topping off and making your water feature easier to maintain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the water level drops inside the skimmer or Pump Canyon, the auto fill valve opens and allows fresh water to enter the system. Once the water rises back to the proper level, the valve closes. This simple automatic function helps protect your pump from running low on water and keeps your feature operating more consistently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesigned for Blue Thumb Elite Skimmers and Pump Canyons\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis auto fill kit is designed for use with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/practicalgardenponds.com\/search?q=Blue+Thumb+Elite+Skimmers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eBlue Thumb Elite Skimmers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/practicalgardenponds.com\/search?q=Pump+Canyon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePump Canyon™\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ereservoirs. It is a great choice for pond and Pond-less waterfall applications where the water level can drop from evaporation, splash, wind, or regular use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe kit connects to any\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1\/2\" water line or garden hose\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it a convenient option for new installations or upgrades to existing water features.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Add an Automatic Water Fill Kit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReduces manual maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eby automatically replacing evaporated water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHelps protect the pump\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eby maintaining a more consistent water level\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnects to a 1\/2\" line or garden hose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor flexible installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWorks with Blue Thumb Elite Skimmers and Pump Canyons\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for ponds and Pond-less waterfalls\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewhere water level changes are common\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"tech-specs\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTech Specs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHooks up to any 1\/2\" line or garden hose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutomatically fills evaporated water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30 PSI maximum water pressure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade specially for\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBlue Thumb Elite Skimmers\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePump Canyon™\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"how-it-works\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe auto fill valve works like a compact refill system. When the water level inside the skimmer or Pump Canyon drops, the valve opens and allows water to flow into the reservoir area. As the water level rises, the internal float closes the valve and stops the flow. This keeps the water feature topped off without requiring constant checking or manual refilling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor best results, install the auto fill kit where it can accurately read the operating water level of the system. In most pond and Pond-less waterfall applications, that means installing it inside the skimmer or Pump Canyon reservoir area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Water Pressure Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit has a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e30 PSI maximum water pressure\u003c\/strong\u003e. For reliable performance, Blue Thumb strongly recommends using the\u003cspan\u003e 30psi Regulator\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ewith this auto fill kit. Water pressure over 30 PSI may cause the valve to operate continuously, which can lead to performance issues.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat This Kit Is Best For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Automatic Water Fill Kit - 1\/2\" is best suited for pond and Pond-less waterfall systems using Blue Thumb skimmers or Pump Canyons. If you are working with a decorative fountain basin or AquaBox® basin instead, see the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFountain Basin Auto Fill Kit - 1\/2\", which is designed for Blue Thumb fountains and smaller basin-style applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReplacement Parts Available\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you already have this auto fill valve and need replacement components, Blue Thumb also offers the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHudson Auto Fill Valve - 1\/2\" Rebuild Kit. If you only need the valve itself, see the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHUDSON Auto Fill Valve 1\/2\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Add-On\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shopbluethumb.com\/30-psi-regulator\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e30 PSI Regulator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- Helps reduce incoming water pressure to the proper operating range for the auto fill kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottom line:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe Automatic Water Fill Kit - 1\/2\" is a smart upgrade for ponds and Pond-less waterfalls because it keeps the system topped off, helps reduce daily maintenance, and supports more consistent water feature performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Our Complete Pond Eco System\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shopbluethumb.com\/water-gardens-fish-ponds\/waterfall-boxes\/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBiological Waterfall Boxes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- Filter harmful waste and toxins from the water, keeping your pond clean and clear. Provides excellent surface area for beneficial bacterial growth while making a simple and artistic way of creating a waterfall. Easy to camouflage, especially when using our Landscape Lid that fits on our Elite Series. Landscape lids are not available for DIY Waterfall Boxes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack PVC Flex Hose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- Carries water from the skimmer box up to the biological waterfall box. Flex PVC is much easier to install than rigid PVC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRocks and Gravel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- Are not included, but will be necessary for the complete installation of your pond. They provide additional surface area for beneficial bacteria to colonize, protect your liner from harmful UV rays and damage from animals, and create a beautiful, natural look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shopbluethumb.com\/water-gardens-fish-ponds\/liner-underlayment\/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtective Underliner\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- A non-woven, protective underliner fabric forms a soft padding for the liner. It installs much quicker than newspaper and covers the vertical walls unlike sand. Unlike carpeting, it allows gases to escape out of the sides from the earth's soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shopbluethumb.com\/water-gardens-fish-ponds\/liner-underlayment\/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFish-Friendly Rubber Liner\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- Super-strong 45-mil EPDM liner is the best choice when building a pond. 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It protects the pump and hides unsightly plumbing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Helix Life Support","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47888474702060,"sku":"PB1342","price":119.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0259\/5028\/9980\/files\/2__44467.png?v=1783016489","url":"https:\/\/practicalgardenponds.com\/products\/blue-thumb-automatic-water-fill-kit-1-2","provider":"Practical Garden Ponds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}