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Rain and Freeze Sensor for Sprinkler Controllers

SKU 57069N
  • Automatically stops sprinklers during rain and freezing weather; saves money on water bills and prevents overwatering damage
  • Works with all major sprinkler controller brands including Orbit, Hydro-Rain, and others; no need to replace your existing system
  • Weather-resistant wire runs up to 30 feet from controller to mounting location; simple plug-and-play connection to rain sensor port
  • Water-absorbing disks detect rainfall while built-in thermistor prevents watering during freeze conditions; keeps your lawn healthy year-round
  • Adjustable sensitivity lets you set the perfect rainfall threshold for your climate; resumes normal watering schedule automatically when conditions improve
Original price $26.29 - Original price $26.29
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Does it work with my sprinkler controller?
Yes, it works with all major sprinkler controller brands including Orbit and Hydro-Rain. It uses a simple plug-and-play connection to your controller's rain sensor port, so there's no need to replace your existing system.
How far can the wire run from the controller?
The weather-resistant wire can run up to 30 feet from your controller to the sensor's mounting location, giving you flexibility in where you place the sensor.
Does it actually prevent overwatering?
Yes, customers report it effectively stops sprinklers during rain, helping save water and prevent overwatering. One reviewer noted it's a great tool to avoid watering when it has already rained.
Can I adjust the rainfall sensitivity?
Yes, the sensor has adjustable sensitivity so you can set the rainfall threshold to match your climate. It will automatically resume your normal watering schedule when conditions improve.
Does the freeze sensor actually work?
The sensor has a built-in thermistor designed to prevent watering during freeze conditions. When installed correctly, reviewers confirm it works as intended to keep your lawn healthy year-round.
How durable is it outdoors?
One reviewer's previous sensor broke due to UV exposure of the plastic arm after extended sun exposure, suggesting the plastic components may have durability concerns over time despite the overall weather-resistant design.
  • 5 stars: 4 (80%)
  • 4 stars: 1 (20%)
  • 3 stars: 0 (0%)
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Salomon B.
Process is slow and results for my case are not clear Choices give

Process is slow and results for my case are not clear
Choices give. Were to replace rain sensors for the third time , I think the flaw is software

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Ray K.
Broken rain sensor.

The rain, freeze sensor replacement is exactly what I needed. The one I had installed broke because I think the plastic was affected from UV rays from the sun, it broke where the flat plastic arm is connected to the plastic body of the sensor, when that happened the sensor was pointing towards the earth instead of pointing towards the sky. If this sensor was made with a metal arm instead of the plastic one I think my old sensor would still be working. When it’s installed correctly it works perfectly. It simply needs re engineered to make it last longer.

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Ronald R.
Excellent

Excellent Service
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Anonymous
Great way to save water!

Great tool to help you not over water when it has rained.

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David G.

Thank you!

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Jim B.

Does this sensor have the watertight connector for the Orbit battery-operated controller (57860)?

Orbit

Our Rain and Freeze sensor is not compatible with our Battery operated controller.

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currey f.

can you use the Part #: 57069N rain/freeze sensor with the Part #: 57995 B-hyve XR Smart Indoor/Outdoor Sprinkler Timer?

Orbit

Yes, our Rain and Freeze sensors are compatible with our B-hyve XR timers.

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Stevve

Does this device work with the 4 station 57594 Orbit controller?

Orbit

Yes, our Rain and Freeze sensor is compatible with the 57594 controller.

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Amos

Can one sensor control two timers?

Orbit

No, one Rain and Freeze sensor can only control one timer.

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Freeze d.

Does freeze delay turn off transformer power to an Orbit timer causing a no ac reading?

Orbit

No, a freeze delay would not cause a No AC reading.

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