Rain Bird Releases ESP-LXME2 and ESP-LXME2 PRO Controllers

Contractors can now create customized irrigation schedules, meet water-efficiency goals and provide simple remote access to commercial sites.

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Rain Bird’s new ESP-LXME2 and ESP-LXME2 PRO Controllers help contractors create customized irrigation schedules, meet water-efficiency goals and provide simple remote access to commercial sites.

“The ESP-LXME2 and ESP-LXME2 PRO are feature-rich, next-generation, modular commercial controllers,” says Doug Closter, product manager at Rain Bird. “They incorporate an improved user interface developed through multiple rounds of customer research sessions and field testing. We feel that these controllers truly elevate our commercial control product line by offering everything contractors and their customers told us they need, including an extra-large backlit display and more available programs.”

From Rain Bird:

  • Can be installed as new controllers or as retrofits to existing LXME and LXMEF models
  • Intuitive user interface, simple dial positions, new soft buttons and backlit screen
  • Can be expanded from 12 to 48 stations using 12-station modules
  • Both models support Simulstation capability, enabling up to five stations at once
  • 40 programs and up to 10 start times per program
  • Capacity for one weather station and one master valve
  • LXME2 PRO features a flow-sensor input and second pump start output programmable by station
  • Improved diagnostic features like detailed event/failure logs and contextual help
  • Pro Smart Module” supports flow sensor input which enables additional features and a secondary pump output

“With the ESP-LXME2 and ESP-LXME2 PRO Controllers, we’re able to offer an easier-to-use, modular system with multiple configurations and price points,” Closter says. “These controllers represent an excellent new install or retrofit opportunity for contractors and enhanced flexibility for end users. LXME2 and LXME2 PRO can bring affordable, top-of-the-line control and water savings to more commercial sites.”  

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