Rain Bird ESP-9V Battery Controller – No Solenoid- 1/2/4 & 6 Station options

Rain Bird ESP-9V Irrigation Controller

No AC power? No problem. The Rain Bird® ESP-9V Series battery-operated controller combines intuitive programming with a rugged, weatherproof design to deliver reliable automatic irrigation control — even in harsh or humid conditions. Install it anywhere: Residential gardens, valve boxes, highway medians, public parks, or remote landscapes. The ESP-9V is the clear choice for a clear view forward.

Why Choose the ESP-9V?

• 5-year warranty — industry-leading coverage so your irrigation control system is never a source of stress
• Weatherproof multilayer protection — IP68-rated components stand up to dirt, dust, water, and the harshest outdoor environments
• 2+ year battery life — at least two years with two 9V alkaline batteries, or a minimum of one year with one 9V alkaline battery
• Intuitive programming — user-friendly interface lets you set start times, watering options, and cycles quickly and confidently

Controller Features

• At-a-glance programming — run time, start times, and watering days for each zone displayed on one screen, eliminating confusion
• Large LCD display with easy-to-navigate user interface
• Sensor input with bypass override
• Master valve / pump-start circuit (multi-zone units only)
• Non-volatile 100-year program memory — your schedule is retained even when batteries are replaced or die
• IP68 certified for protection against dust and water intrusion
• Plastic controller case with outstanding resistance to weather, yellowing, and aging
• Dual-sealed battery chamber keeps dust, dirt, and water away from the power source

Scheduling Features

• Dedicated one-touch manual watering button for easy operation
• Automatic zone-stacking — only one valve irrigates at a time; lower-numbered zones are prioritised when schedules overlap
• Contractor Rapid Programming™ — automatically copies start times and watering days from zone 1 to all remaining zones at initial setup
• Run times, start times, and watering days customisable per zone
• 6 independent start times per zone
• 4 watering day options per zone: Custom days of the week, Cyclic (every 1–30 days), ODD calendar days, and EVEN calendar days
• Delay watering: 1 to 9 days

Advanced Features

• Contractor Default™ save / restore — save your preferred settings and restore them across installations
• Rain Sensor bypass for all zones
• Manually water ALL zones or a SINGLE zone on demand
• One-touch manual start

Technical Specifications

• Certifications: cULus, FCC, IC, CE, RCM (AMCA), IP68, RoHS
• Power: 1× or 2× 9V alkaline batteries (not included)
• Battery life: 2+ years (2× 9V) or minimum 1 year (1× 9V)

Controller Dimensions

• Width: 5.35″ (13.59 cm)
• Height: 4.04″ (10.26 cm)
• Depth: 2.42″ (6.15 cm)
• Weight: 2 lbs (907 g)

LCD Screen Size

• Width: 2.25″ (5.72 cm)
• Height: 1.25″ (3.18 cm)

Optional Wall Mount Dimensions

• Width: 10.76 cm | Height: 17.60 cm | Depth: 4.99 cm | Weight: 107 g

Ideal For

• Residential and commercial landscapes without AC power
• Valve box installations requiring compact, weatherproof control
• Contractors seeking rapid, repeatable setup across multiple zones
• Property managers needing reliable, low-maintenance scheduling
• Public spaces, parks, and streetscapes requiring IP68-rated, vandal-resistant hardware