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Galcon DC series battery operated controllers designed for use in watering systems when running wires is not an option. Galcon DC series are durable enough to be installed below ground in a valve box providing reliable, trouble free control.
- Independent programming of each valve (DC4)
- Weekly or cyclical programming
- Up to 4 cycle starts per day (DC1-S: once every minute up to once every 30 days)
- Station water time 1 minute to 12 hours (DC1-S: 1 second to 12 hours)
- Watering frequency daily or every 30 days in cyclical program
- Waterproof rating IP65
- Rain off sensor option (rain sensor optional)
- Water Budget adjustment -90% to +90% in 10% increments
- Master Valve option on DC4
- Manual operation of individual valves & all sequentially
- 24 hour or 12 hour time format
- Low battery indication on display
- Control module mounts on valve or inside of valve box with mounting bracket supplied
- Galcon DC1-S includes the coil only (solenoid valve not included)
- Compatible only with Galcon DC Series solenoid valves
Galcon DC1-S 1 Zone Battery Controller (inc coil) | Galcon DC4 4 Zone Battery Controller | Galcon DC6 6 Zone Battery Controller | Galcon DC Series Solenoid Valve | |
Specs | ||||
Type | Battery Powered Controller | Battery Powered Controller | Battery Powered Controller | Solenoid Valve |
Material | Plastic | Plastic | Plastic | Plastic |
Colour | Blue, Black | Blue, Black | Blue, Black | Black |
IP Rating | IP68 | IP68 | IP68 | |
Inlet Thread Size | 25mm BSPF | 25mm BSPF | ||
Outlet Thread Size | 25mm BSPF | 25mm BSPF | ||
Min. Flow Output (Lpm) | 33 | 33 | ||
Max. Flow Output (Lpm) | 100 | 100 | ||
Max. Inlet Pressure (kPa) | 800 | 800 | ||
Min. Recommended Pressure (kPa) | 100 | 50 | ||
Max. Recommended Pressure (kPa) | 800 | 800 | ||
Power Supply | 9v | 9v | 9v | 12v DC Latching |
No. of Programs | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
No. of Start Times | 4 | 4 | 4 | 1 |
No. of Zones | 1 | 4 | 6 | 4 |
Max. Run Time | 12 Hours | 12 Hours | 12 Hours | 12 Hours |
Extra Features | Valve Included, Cyclical Programming |
Are there any safety standards my irrigation system must meet?
Can I get away with placing my indoor controller outside?
Can I run an irrigation system off a regular garden tap?
Can I run my system manually from the controller?
Do I need a plumber to install or fix my system?
Do I need a rain sensor?
I want to design & install an irrigation system. Where do I start?
Why should I buy from an Australian website?
Will an irrigation controller operate all zones at once, or one at a time?
Buying Guide: Irrigation Controllers
Buying Guide: Mains Powered Irrigation Controllers
Glossary of Terms: Irrigation
Grid Paper to Plan Your Irrigation System
How To: Calculate the Output of Your Water Supply
How To: Install a Water Connection for Irrigation
How To: Plan an Effective Sprinkler Layout
How To: Wire Solenoid Valves
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