How many zones can the Orbit 57865 controller operate?
The Orbit 57865 can operate up to four compatible automatic sprinkler or drip-irrigation valves.
Orbit Battery-Powered 4-Station Sprinkler Controller
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Orbit Battery-Powered 4-Station Sprinkler Controller
Model Number: 57865
Orbit Battery-Powered 4-Station Sprinkler Controller
Orbit Battery-Powered 4-Station Sprinkler Controller – 57865
Orbit 57865 Battery-Powered Sprinkler Controller is a brand-new irrigation timer designed to operate up to four compatible automatic sprinkler or drip-irrigation valves without external AC power. The water- and dust-resistant construction supports installation near irrigation valves, including remote locations where electrical wiring is unavailable. Dual programs, multiple start times, adjustable station runtimes, manual watering, seasonal adjustment, and rain delay provide flexible control for lawn, garden, landscape, and drip-watering systems.
Key Features
- Battery-powered controller requires no external AC power source
- Controls up to four compatible sprinkler or drip-irrigation valves
- Ideal for remote yards, valve boxes, garden plots, and locations outside wiring range
- Water- and dust-resistant construction supports outdoor irrigation installations
- Programs A and B support two independent watering schedules
- Up to four start times per program
- Adjustable station runtime from 0 to 240 minutes
- Water by selected weekdays, odd or even days, or 1-to-32-day intervals
- Manual mode can operate individual, multiple, or all programmed zones
- Rain delay pauses scheduled watering for 24, 48, or 72 hours
- Water-budget adjustment ranges from 10% to 200%
- Low-battery indicator helps identify when batteries require replacement
- Requires three AA batteries
- Includes one DC solenoid, valve adapters, and mounting bracket
- Compatible with appropriate Orbit, Hydro-Rain, and other major-brand 24 VAC valves when converted with compatible DC solenoids and adapters
- Brand-new condition
- Model 57865 supports accurate product identification
Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Orbit |
| Model Number | 57865 |
| Product Name | Battery-Powered Sprinkler Controller |
| Product Type | Battery-Operated Underground Irrigation Controller |
| Condition | Brand New |
| Maximum Stations | 4 |
| Power Source | Battery Powered |
| Battery Requirement | 3 AA Batteries |
| External AC Power Required | No |
| Available Programs | Programs A and B |
| Start Times | Up to 4 per Program |
| Station Runtime | 0–240 Minutes |
| Watering Frequency | Selected Weekdays, Odd/Even Days, or Every 1–32 Days |
| Rain Delay | 24, 48, or 72 Hours |
| Water Budget | 10%–200% |
| Manual Watering | Individual, Multiple, or All Zones |
| Low-Battery Indicator | Yes |
| Installation Location | Near Irrigation Valves or Inside a Compatible Valve Box |
| Included Components | Controller, 1 DC Solenoid, Valve Adapters, and Mounting Bracket |
| Valve Compatibility | Compatible Orbit, Hydro-Rain, and Other Major-Brand Valves with Appropriate DC Solenoids and Adapters |
| Recommended Use | Remote Lawn Irrigation, Garden Watering, Drip Irrigation, Community Gardens, and Areas Without Electrical Wiring |
| Category | Irrigation Controllers / Sprinkler Timers / Battery-Operated Controllers |
Ideal For
Ideal for remote yards, back lots, community garden plots, drip-irrigation systems, underground valve boxes, and watering zones where AC power or controller wiring is unavailable.
Important Note
Brand-new product. Three AA batteries are required. One DC solenoid is included; additional compatible DC solenoids may be required to operate multiple valves. Replace the original AC solenoid on each connected valve with an appropriate compatible DC solenoid before operation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to common questions about this product.
Does the Orbit 57865 require an electrical outlet?
No. The controller operates on batteries and does not require an external AC power source.
What batteries does the Orbit 57865 require?
The Orbit 57865 requires three AA batteries.
How many watering programs does the Orbit 57865 provide?
The controller provides Programs A and B for creating two independent watering schedules.
How long can each Orbit 57865 station run?
Each station can be programmed for a runtime from 0 to 240 minutes.
Does the Orbit 57865 have a rain-delay feature?
Yes. Scheduled watering can be delayed for 24, 48, or 72 hours.
What is included with the Orbit 57865 controller?
The controller comes with one DC solenoid, adapters for compatible irrigation valves, and a mounting bracket.
Are additional solenoids required for four-zone operation?
The package includes one DC solenoid. Additional compatible DC solenoids may be required when connecting more than one irrigation valve.
What condition is the Orbit 57865 controller in?
The Orbit 57865 Battery-Powered Sprinkler Controller is brand new.
Where can I buy the Orbit 57865 sprinkler controller?
The brand-new Orbit 57865 Battery-Powered Sprinkler Controller can be purchased from this product listing while inventory remains available.