
ESP-ME3 Series Controllers
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The esp me3 series controllers represent the industry’s most flexible irrigation solution for residential and light commercial sites in Zimbabwe. These units support flow monitoring and can expand from 4 to 22 stations using modular upgrades without needing to power down. Please contact our Harare team to confirm specific station requirements.
Description
Rain Bird esp me3 series controllers offer robust water management featuring a back-lit LCD display and built-in flow-sensing capabilities. Suitable for both indoor and outdoor installation, these controllers can be upgraded to smart status with an optional LNK WiFi module. We invite you to speak with Harare Pumps & Irrigation to discuss the best configuration for your local property.
Internet-based weather information can be used to make daily adjustments to the irrigation schedule, saving up to 30% in water (with LNK WiFi Module sold separately)
Large LCD display with easy to navigate user interface
Master valve/pump start circuit
Non-Volatile (100 year) storage memory
Remotely Programmable under 9V battery power (not included)
Program based scheduling allows 4 individual programs with 6 independent start times per program for 24 total start times
Watering schedule options: By days of week, ODD calendar days, EVEN calendar days, or Cyclic (every 1 – 30 days) Advanced Features
Advanced diagnostics and short detection with LED alert
Contractor Default™ Program Save/Restore saved program(s)
Rain Sensor bypass by Station
Delay Watering up to 14 days (applies only to stations not set to ignore Rain Sensor)
Manual Watering option by program or station
Seasonal Adjust applied to all programs or individual program
Adjustable delay between valves (default set to 0)
Master Valve on/off by station
ESP-ME3 Specific Features
Built-in flow-sensing capabilities
Easy to install indoors or outdoors with pre-installed power cord
Back-lit LCD display for improved visibility in low-light and direct sun conditions
Specs
Operating Specifications
Station timing: 1 minute to 6 hours
Seasonal Adjust: 5% to 200%
Max operating temperature: 149°F (65°C)
Electrical Specifications
Input required: 120V∿, 60Hz, 0.3A (International models: 230V∿, 50-60Hz, 0.136A)
Output: 25.5V∿, 60Hz, 1A (International models: 24V∿, 50-60Hz, 1.0A)
Master Valve/Pump Start Relay
Operating Voltage: 24VAC 50/60Hz
Max Coil Inrush: 11VA
Max Coil Holding: 5VA
Idle/Off power draw 0.06 amps at 120VAC
Power back-up not required. Nonvolatile memory permanently saves the current programming and a 10-year life lithium battery maintains the controllers time and date during power outages.
Certifications
120V Models: cULus [US and Canada], FCC Part 15b [US], CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B) [Canada], NOM-001-SCFI-2018 [Mexico]
230V Models: CE [European Union], IP24, RCM [Australia and New Zealand], IRAM [Argentina], INMETRO [Brazil], Cم [Morocco], SABS [South Africa], NRCS [South Africa]
Dimensions
Width: 10.7 in. (27.2 cm)
Height: 7.7 in. (19.5 cm)
Depth: 4.4 in. (11.2 cm)
Model Comparison
Controller Base Models
ESP4MEI: 4 station indoor model
ESP4ME3: 4 station indoor / outdoor model
ESP4ME3EUR: 4-Station indoor / outdoor for international markets except Australia
ESP4ME3AUS: 4-Station indoor / outdoor for Australia
Modules
ESP-SM3: 3-station extension module
ESP-SM6: 6-station extension module
Accessories
LNKWIFI: LNK WiFi Module for remote control and notification via iOS or Android device
WR2-RFC: Rain + Freeze Combo
RSDBEX: Rain Sensor With Bracket
MJ100B: 1" Brass Flow Sensor for the ESP-ME3




