Rain Bird SMRT-Y Moisture Sensor

Product Description Rain Bird SMRT-Y Soil Moisture Sensor The Rain Bird SMRT-Y Soil Moisture Sensor turns any controller into a smart controller. Designed to give precise measurements of soil moisture levels and relay information back to the controller automatically suspending irrigation programs if moisture levels are above the threshold. Its time for a little feedback from the roots. With the new SMRT-Y Soil Moisture Sensor Kit from Rain Bird, an irrigation controller is directly linked to the absolute moisture requirements of a sites vegetation. When the sensor detects dry conditions, the next scheduled watering cycle is allowed. If a sites soil moisture level is above the threshold, the irrigation cycle is suspended. There are just two basic components an in-ground sensor and a user interface at the controller Features Makes any irrigation controller smart Simple to use, yet highly sophisticated in what it does for water savings, the SMRT-Y Soil Moisture Sensor represents a new class of smart control technology. This affordable device precisely monitors moisture levels in absolute rather than relative terms, unaffected by soil temperature or electrical conductivity that limit the accuracy of other sensors. Relaying that information back to the controller, it only allows a watering cycle when the root zone moisture drops below the set threshold. Based on the same TDT* sensing technology developed for agricultural applications, the SMRT-Y soil moisture sensors long-lasting dependability addresses the environmental demands of both residential and commercial applications. Water savings of 40% or more By optimizing the amount of moisture at the root zone, the SMRT-Y conserves enough water in many applications to pay for itself in less than a year. Avoiding the tendency to overwater, you will enjoy a healthier, lush landscape that is less prone to fungus and shallow root growth. The device eliminates needless watering and lets the soil say when watering is appropriate. Adding a soil moisture sensor allows you to meet many toughening water conservation guidelines that call for smart watering devices. Advanced soil moisture sensing technology Checking soil conditions every 10 minutes, the SMRT-Y displays moisture content, electrical conductivity and temperature of the soil, all at the touch of a button. The device also provides watering history for the last 7 irrigation cycles. With soil moisture sensing, you no longer need to be concerned with adjusting the controller. Just program the controller one time to water every day that irrigation is allowed the soil moisture sensor will do the rest. Click for Product Brochure Click for Product Manual Click for Product Wiring Guide