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THE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE JOB

Conventional Irrigation Controllers

Pick the required station count and power architecture first, including whether the valves need standard AC or latching DC solenoids.

FROM THE TOOL SHED

Tools to get the next project going.

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Conventional Irrigation Controllers

Orbit 57894 four-station irrigation controller

Four established watering zones are easier to manage when every valve wire has a clear label. This controller gives a familiar dial-and-display approach for setting the routine. Write down the lawn and bed…

Good for Replacing a conventional controller on a compatible four-zone irrigation system.

Keep in mind It relies on the installed valves, wiring and water supply being in good condition.

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A FEW POINTERS

Choose with your garden in mind.

What matters most

  • Number of independently wired zones
  • Indoor or outdoor mounting
  • Mains power or battery and matching solenoid type

Where the tradeoffs land

  • A non-networked controller avoids app dependence but needs local scheduling.
  • Battery valve controllers require compatible latching solenoids.
GOOD QUESTIONS

Before you head outside

Can any battery controller run a standard 24 VAC valve?

No. Check the exact controller's solenoid requirement before replacing a mains-powered controller.

THE FIELD GUIDE

A little know-how for the job ahead.

FIELD NOTESWatering

Plan watering tools around the way your garden is laid out

Get the back bed, patio pots, tap, hoses, and fittings into one useful plan before filling the basket.

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