Control Valve Wiring Single Core Cable

For use in automatic irrigation systems to connect solenoid valves to controller.  Extra low voltage systems only (as defined by AS3000).  Suitable for direct burial.  Not suitable however for connection to the Mains Power Supply.

SPECIFICATION

Conductor:              Multi-strand plain copper wire.

Insulation:                UV stabilized polypropylene to AS3808

Colours:                  Black, Blue, Brown, Green, Red, White and Yellow.

Coil Lengths:           100 and 500 metres.

Sizes:                      0.5, 1.0, 1.5, 2.5, 4.0, 6.0mm²

WIRING INSTALLATION HINTS.

·          It is important to know the current draw of the electrical components so that the correct wire size is used.

·          When installing control wire, ensure wire is looped at valve location to allow for expansion/contraction and soil movement.

·          All valves to be installed in well drained gravel based valve box enclosures.

·          A common wire links one wire on all solenoid valves to the controller and is usually black in colour.

·          Ensure all wire connections are accessible for later servicing and fault finding.

·          Ensure wire is not taut in the trench, i.e. allow for movement by providing extra slack in all installations.

·          An active wire is defined as the wire that connects a valve to a specific station.  They can be various colours.

·          All wire connections must be waterproof, i.e. use wire connectors and sealant gel to ensure a waterproof connection.