WaterSense-Certified
Controllers
by Rain Bird
Saving resources for
future generations.
WaterSense-Certified
Controllers
by Rain Bird
Start with Certified Rain Bird WaterSense Contollers
Rain Bird weather-based irrigation controllers have been independently certified to save water. By using historical averages, yesterday's known weather, and tomorrow's forecast to estimate landscape conditions, our controllers are designed to save you time and money by automatically determining whether an irrigation cycle should be allowed, adjusted, or skipped.
The U.S. EPA estimates that if all homes in the United States used a properly installed and operated WaterSense-certified controller, “we [the United States] could save up to $4.5 billion in water costs and 390 billion gallons of water across the country annually from not overwatering lawns and landscapes. That's equal to the annual household water needs of 5 million average American homes.”
Regulation Overview and Listings
Regulating weather-based adjustments is a powerful way to save water, and more states are requiring WaterSense-certified irrigation controllers. Click below to view state-specific regulations as well as water-saving calculators and additional water-saving products and resources.
January 1, 2024: January 1, 2024 Nevada
January 1, 2024: January 1, 2026 Colorado
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What is EPA WaterSense
WaterSense is a partnership program sponsored by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) designed to encourage water effiiency. By identifying water efficient products and services, WaterSense makes every drop count.
WaterSense Logo
Identifies a water-efficient product that has been independently certified to meet EPA WaterSense criteria for efficiency and performance
"Look For" WaterSense Logo
The "Look For" label identifies products that can be used with WaterSense-certified products to create a certified system.
EPA WaterSense Controllers by Rain Bird
By using specific product combinations, your irrigation control
system can qualify for EPA WaterSense certification.
Certified Controllers
No additional components required for EPA WaterSense Certification.
ST8 Smart Irrigation
WiFi Timer
Smart Watering made simple
Best for: Residential Applications
Model#:
- ST8I-2.0 (Indoor)
- ST8O-2.0 (Outdoor)
Stations: 8
ARC Series Smart Irrigation Controller
App-based residential controller
Best for: Residential Applications
Model#:
- ARC6 (6 Station Indoor)
- ARC8 (8 Station Indoor-Outdoor)
Stations: 6 or 8
RC2 Series Controller
App Based Complete Smart Control Solution
Best for: Residential Applications
Model#: RC2-120V: 8-station (Indoor-Outdoor)
Stations: 8
WaterSense-Certified when used with a LNK2 & Rain Sensor
EPA WaterSense-Certified with the addition of LNK2 WiFi Module and Rain Sensor
ESP-TM2 Series Controller
Simple, Flexible and Reliable for Residential Applications
Best for: Residential Applications
Model#: TM2-X-120V
Stations: 4, 6, 8, 12
LNK2 WiFi Model #: LNK2WiFi
Rain Sensor Model #: WR2-RFC or WR2-48
ESP-ME3 Series Controller
The industry’s most flexible irrigation controller
Best for: Residential/ Light Commercial
Model#: ESP4MEI (Indoor) & ESP4ME3 (Indoor - Outdoor)
Stations: 4 - 22
LNK2 WiFi Model #: LNK2WiFi
Rain Sensor Model #: WR2-RFC or WR2-48
ESP-2Wire
2-Wire Benefits Without the Hassle
Best for: Light Commercial Applications
Model#: ESP-2WIRE
Stations: up to 50
LNK2 WiFi Model #: LNK2WiFi
Rain Sensor Model #: WR2-RFC or WR2-48
LXME2 Series Controller
Next generation in control for traditionally wired irrigation systems
Best for: Commercial Applications
Model#: ESPLXME2 & ESPLXME2P
Stations: 12 - 48
LNK2 WiFi Model #: LNK2WiFi
Rain Sensor Model #: WR2-RFC or WR2-48
LX-IVM Series Controller
Advanced 2-wire controller with Smart Valve Technology
Best for: Commercial Applications
Model#: ESPLXIVM & ESPLXIVMP
Stations: 60 - 240
LNK2 WiFi Model #: LNK2WiFi
Rain Sensor Model #: WR2-RFC or WR2-48
WaterSense-Certified when used with IQ4
EPA WaterSense-Certified with the addition of IQ4 Central Control and IQ Cartridge
LXME2 Series Controller
Next generation in control for traditionally wired irrigation systems
Best for: Commercial Applications
Model#: ESPLXME2 & ESPLXME2P
Stations: 12 - 48
IQ4 Central Control: IQ4
IQ Cartridge: NCC Network Communication Cartridge
LX-IVM Series Controller
Advanced 2-wire controller with Smart Valve Technology
Best for: Commercial Applications
Model#: ESPLXIVM & ESPLXIVMP
Stations: 60 - 240
IQ4 Central Control: IQ4
IQ Cartridge: NCC Network Communication Cartridge