Designed for residential and commercial applications or where AC power is unavailable, the rugged 400A series Single-Station Battery Operated Controller is available with a two wire DC latching solenoid and three adapters to fit most valves, or completely assembled on a 3/4″ to 2″ globe valve. Outfitted with the latest and most efficient electronic management technology, the 400A series controller can operate for up to three years on two AA alkaline batteries. It is completely waterproof and able to operate in harsh environments, and offers a simple and dependable solution for any irrigation system above or below grade.

Features

Powered by two AA alkaline batteries with a safe period of 60 seconds to replace without losing the program
Watering flexibility with a selection of watering frequencies and four start times
Seven buttons with integrated high resolution screen
Easy-to-read LCD display with AM/PM clock and icon-based intuitive programming for easy navigation
Blinking notification on days the controller is active
Programming time options in AM/PM or 24 hour
After programming, the controller display indicates if irrigation is set to water for the day and if any of the additional programming features are active
Non-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:AM
Manual irrigation cycle can be performed via the controller’s manual program button or via the solenoid
One button for Program Off until reactivated or as an irrigation suspension override (rain mode)
After 15 minutes the controller screen is turned off automatically to conserve energy
Low battery indicator
Easily retrofits to most manufacturers’ valves with one of the three adapters included
Semi-automatic, automatic or manual operation
Retractable cord for easy removal of the controller
Efficient heavy-duty inline globe valve with high flow and low pressure loss
Rugged, reinforced self-cleaning diaphragm provides reliable operation even with contaminated water
Internal bleed via the solenoid for system checkup and testing
Available with NPT or BSP threads
Latching solenoid with encapsulated plunger and spring for reliable operation
Wire ready for a rain sensor
Completely waterproof (IP68) – can operate in harsh environments
Environmentally friendly – utilizes RoHS compliant components
Battery life up to three years
Three-year warranty

Controller Specifications:

Type: DC
Body: IP68
Program mode: seven keypad buttons with integrated liquid crystal display
Temperature range: 38°F to +130°F (3°C to +54°C)
Power source: two AA alkaline batteries (not included)
Latching Solenoid: 7-12 VDC, two-way, normally closed
Completely waterproof (IP68 certified) - can operate in harsh environments
Solenoid control orifice: .065 (1.65 mm)
Encapsulated solenoid thread: 11/16"-12 UN male thread
Retractable solenoid wire: 8.1" (coiled length when extended, approximately 36"
Sensor connection: normally closed 6" (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" to 2" (NPT or BSP)
Materials:
- Housing: high-impact plastic
- Solenoid housing: glass reinforced nylon
- Plunger & spacer: 430F stainless steel
- Plunger rubber cap: EPDM
- O-ring: Buna-N
- RoHS compliant

In-line Valve Specifications:

Valve type: inline globe
Valve sizes: 3/4”, 1”, 1 1/2”, and 2” NPT or BSP
Valve inlet and outlet: female pipe thread
Operating pressure range: 10-150 PSI (.7-10.5 BAR)
Bonnet solenoid thread: 3/4”-20 UNEF female threaded
Bonnet/solenoid adapter: 11/16"-12 UN female thread x 3/4”-20 UNEF male threaded
Flow rates:
- 3/4": .1 to 28 GPM (.23 to 6.4 m3/h)
- 1": .2 to 35 GPM (.45 to 8 m3/h)
- 1" inch: 20 to 132 GPM (4.5 to 30 m3/h)
- 2": 30 to 160 GPM (6.8 to 36 m3/h)
Materials:
- Valve housing and bonnet: reinforced nylon
- Diaphragm: NBR (Buna-N)
- Spring and plunger: stainless steel 430F
- Bonnet bolts: stainless steel
- Plunger rubber cap: EPDM
- O-ring: Buna-N