Designed for residential and commercial applications or where AC power is unavailable, the rugged 400A series Single Station Battery Operated Controllers are available with a two wire DC latching solenoid and three adapters to fit most valves, or completely assembled on a 3/4 inch to 2 inch globe valve. Outfitted with the latest and most efficient electronic management technology, the 400A series controllers can operate for up to three years on two AA alkaline batteries. Completely waterproof and able to operate in harsh environments, the 400A series controllers offer a simple and dependable solution for any irrigation system above or below grade.
FeaturesBlinking notification on days the controller is activeProgramming time options in AM/PM or 24 hourAfter programming, the controller display indicates if irrigation is set to water for the day and if any of the additional programming features are activeNon-volatile memory retains program and controller integrity (excluding time)Emergency backup program of 5 minutes every 24 hours if no program is selected after battery installation starting at 8:AMManual irrigation cycle can be performed via the controller’s manual program button or via the solenoidOne button for Program Off until reactivated or as an irrigation suspension override (rain mode)After fifteen minutes the controller screen is turned off automatically to conserve energyLow battery indicatorEasily retrofits to most manufacturers’ valves with one of the three adapters includedSemi-automatic, automatic, or manual operationRetractable cord for easy removal of the controllerEfficient heavy-duty in-line globe valve with high flow and low pressure lossRugged, reinforced self-cleaning diaphragm provides reliable operation even with contaminated waterInternal bleed via the solenoid for system checkup and testingAvailable with NPT or BSP threadsLatching solenoid with encapsulated plunger and spring for reliable operationWire ready for a rain sensorCompletely waterproof (IP68) - can operate in harsh environmentsEnvironmentally friendly - utilizes RoHS compliant components Battery life up to three years Three year warrantyPowered by two AA alkaline batteries with a safe period of 60 seconds to replace without losing the programWatering flexibility with a selection of watering frequencies and four start timesSeven buttons with integrated high resolution screenEasy to read LCD display with AM/PM clock and icon-based intuitive programming for easy navigationController Specifications:Type: DCProgram mode: seven keypad buttons with integrated liquid crystal displayPower source: two AA alkaline batteries (not included)Latching Solenoid: 7-12 VDC, two-way, normally closeSolenoid control orifice: .065 (1.65 mm)Encapsulated solenoid thread: 11/16 in.-12 UN male threadRetractable solenoid wire: 8.1 inch (coiled length when extended, approximately 36 in.)Sensor connection: normally closed 6 inch (15 cm) yellow wire (16 AWG)Adapters included to convert Rain Bird, Hunter, and Toro valves (model 400-000)Valve type: globe valves 3/4 inch to 2 inch (NPT or BSP)Materials:Housing: high impact plasticSolenoid housing: glass reinforced nylonPlunger & spacer: 430F stainless steelPlunger rubber cap: EPDMO-ring: Buna-NRoHS compliantIn-line Valve Specifications:Valve type: in-line globeValve sizes: 3/4 Inch, 1 Inch, 1 1/2 Inch, and 2 Inch NPT or BSPValve inlet and outlet: female pipe threadOperating pressure range: 10-150 PSI (.7-10.5 BAR)Bonnet solenoid thread: ¾”-20 UNEF female threadedBonnet/solenoid adapter: 11/16 in.-12 UN female thread x 3/4 Inch-20 UNEF male threadedFlow rates:3/4 inch: .1 to 28 GPM (.23 to 6.4 m3/h)1 inch: .2 to 35 GPM (.45 to 8 m3/h)1 1/2 inch: 20 to 132 GPM (4.5 to 30 m3/h)2 inch: 30 to 160 GPM (6.8 to 36 m3/h)Materials:Valve housing and bonnet: reinforced nylonDiaphragm: NBR (Buna-N)Spring and plunger: stainless steel 430FBonnet bolts: stainless steelPlunger rubber cap: EPDM O-ring: Buna-NProgramming optionsWatering duration: 1 minute up to 5 hours and 59 minutes set in one minute incrementsWatering frequency: weekly or cyclical schedule with odd days, even days, or intervals from one to thirty (1- 30) days utilizing 365 day yearly calendar with leap year.Up to four start times per day in weekly or cyclical schedule provides added flexibility for any type of watering application including sandy or clay soil.Rain Off/Delay option with automatic restart up to 99 days Program Off option holds program until reactivatedManual On/Off button with semi-automatic feature utilizing the program runtime and shows the time left to run with quick override
