Rain-Bird Two-Wire Irrigation Controller ESP-LXIVM

Rain-Bird most advanced irrigation controller is designed for fast, hassle-free installation with highly accurate diagnostics and an intuitive, industry-recognized interface.

Rain Bird ’s latest 2-Wire controller incorporates powerful new features, including an integrated valve module that maintains continuous communication with the controller, ensuring efficient irrigation and enabling advanced real-time diagnostics.

The ESP-LXIVM supports up to 60 stations in the standard configuration and can be expanded to 240 stations with the LX-IVM Pro version. It supports up to four 2-wire circuits and offers flow sensing and advanced water management tools that redefine the standard for irrigation control and efficiency.

Options:

IVM-SOL bifilar solenoid

The IVM-SOL solenoid is the ideal solution for controlling sectors or master valves, compatible with the PGA, PEB and PESB series solenoid valves.

Advantages:
Eliminates the need for set-top boxes, reducing the number of electrical connections.
Fewer connections mean shorter installation time, reduced costs and less maintenance.
Comes with resin connectors to ensure secure and long-lasting connections.

Technical characteristics: Current: 0.67 mA

IVM-OUT two-wire adapter

The IVM-OUT adapter allows you to control solenoid valves or devices from other brands, offering more flexibility to the irrigation system.

Advantages:
Compatibility with solenoid valves from different manufacturers and other devices, such as pumping stations.
Reduced complexity in installation, with simple and safe connections.
Includes resin connectors for all connections.

Technical characteristics: Current: 0.67 mA

IVM-SEN bifilar sensor

The IVM-SEN sensor is ideal for controlling flow or meteorological sensors, integrating perfectly with the LX-IVM controller to optimize irrigation management.

Advantages:
Compatibility with weather and flow sensors, allowing for more efficient irrigation adapted to environmental conditions. Direct communication with the LX-IVM , simplifying installation and reducing the need for additional equipment. Supplied with resin connectors to ensure secure and long-lasting connections.

Technical characteristics: Current: 6 mA

IVM-SD bifilar sensor

The IVM-SD sensor provides protection against electrical discharges in the two-wire circuit, increasing the safety and durability of the system.

Advantages:
Protects the two-wire circuit against overvoltages and electrical discharges, preventing damage to devices. Simple installation, with resin connectors included for safe and resistant connections.

Application: It is recommended to install a sensor every 150 meters or every 15 devices in the field.

Features
Capacity for 60 stations as standard, expandable to 240 stations with LXIVM Pro panel
Four available sensor inputs (one wired and three on a 2-wire circuit) with disable switch. Eight (seven plus 1) for LX-IVM Pro
Five flow sensors supported ( LX-IVM ), ten for LX-IVM Pro
Supported field devices: IVM-SOL , IVM-OUT and VM smart valves
Supports IVM-SEN sensor devices (supports flow detection and weather sensor) and IVM-SD surge protection devices (required one per 500 feet of two-wire circuit or every 15 devices)
Central control system compatible with Rain Bird IQ software and communication cartridges
Six user-selectable languages
10 independent programs ( LX-IVM ) or 40 programs ( LX-IVM Pro )
Removable front panel is programmable and battery powered
Compatible with Rain Bird Landscape Irrigation Remote Maintenance and other third-party remote systems
UV-resistant, keyable plastic wall-mount box; optional metal and stainless steel pedestal and enclosure

Water management features
Flow rate learning function and flow rate usage totalizer optimize water usage*
FloWatch™ protection for user-defined high or low flow conditions. FloManager™ controls hydraulic demand, using all available water to run as many stations as possible without exceeding the water supply and reducing the total time to complete irrigation cycles
SimulStations™ allows simultaneous operation of stations; up to 8 with LX-IVM and 16 with LXIVM Pro
Cycle + Soak™ functionality by station
Delay due to rain up to 30 days
365-day calendar for non-watering days (up to 5 days)
Station delay per program
Normally open or normally closed valves, programmable per station; up to 5 with LX-IVM and 10 with LX-IVM Pro
Optional, programmable weather sensors per station to prevent or suspend watering; up to 4 with LX-IVM and 8 with LX-IVM Pro
Seasonal adjustment by program or by month.

Specifications
Operating time per station: 0 min to 96 h
Adjustment of program levels and global monthly seasonal adjustment; 0% to 300% (96 h maximum watering time per station)
8 start times per program
Day schedule cycles include custom weekdays and odd, odd without 31, even, and cyclic dates
Station, program, manual testing program

Diagnostic features
2-Wire Mapping: Maps devices to corresponding wire circuits on the programmer to quickly troubleshoot and resolve issues
Self-repair: Automatically provides "solutions" for problems with wiring circuits and connections, and restarts irrigation without requiring manual intervention.
Two-way communication: with intelligent valve modules (IVM) communication occurs in two ways, activating the main functionalities
Automatic deactivation: Once a loss of power is detected, it automatically deactivates the valve to prevent leaks
Alarm light with external housing lens
2-wire diagnostics to simplify and speed up troubleshooting
Four insulated wire circuits prevent total system failure in the event of a short circuit
12-month electrical history reports for trends and proactive action.

Electrical specifications
Supply voltage: 120V AC ± 10%, 60Hz
Emergency Power: Lithium coin cell batteries maintain time and date, while non-volatile memory maintains programming
Simultaneous operation of up to eight (IVM) or sixteen (IVM Pro) stations and corresponding master valves

Dimensions
14.32"W x 12.69"H x 5.50"D (36.4 x 32.2 x 14.0 cm)

For more information, see the Technical Data Sheet

For more information, see the Installation Manual.