Irritrol - RFS1000 - Wireless Rain/Freeze Sensor

Irritrol RainSensor™ Series RFS1000 Wireless Rain and Freeze Sensor

Taking water management to the next level, Irritrol’s proven RainSensor™ Series makes watering in the rain a mistake of the past. The reliable wireless rain sensor conserves water by preventing irrigation during or after sufficient rainfall and also helps reduce vegetation damage and icing conditions when the temperature drops below a predetermined set point. With its compact design and host of convenient features, the RainSensor Series is the perfect compliment to any standard controller.

Features and Benefits

• Compatible with nearly all brands of controllers
• Rain and freeze sensors fully integrated into one unit
• Highly accurate 41°F digital activation point
• Visual sensor status and alert indicators verify consistent operation
• Slide/snap-on cover provides additional protection to weather-proof receiver from the elements
• Power failure memory protection
• Five-year warranty

Specifications

• Sensor type: industry-standard hygroscopic discs
• Rain sensitivity: adjustable nominal 1⁄8” to ¾”
• Operating temperature: -20°F to 120°F  
• Housing material: UV-resistant engineered polymer
• Wireless only features:
• Transmission range: over 300 feet line-of-sight
• Frequency:  418 MHz
• Battery: Two CR2032 3V cells, 5-year life (typical)

Electrical Specifications

• Receiver power: 22-28 V ac/V dc, 100mA (to be used with Class 2, 
  UL-approved (transformer)
• Load rating: normally open or normally closed — 3A @ 24 V ac
• UL Listed, FCC, CE, IC

Downloads

• RFS1000 Spec Sheet
• Installation Guide
• Rain Sensor Article