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Now new: 3 additional case sizes! For the well-known size 200 x 300 x 130 mm there are now new: 250 x 350 x 150 mm 300 x 400 x 170 mm 400 x 600 x 200 mm Example images 250x350x150: E.g. for very large power supplies, zone expanders, relays for lighting control, etc.! Now available in the shop! Also new: […]

When delivered, OpenSprinkler 3.0/3.2 displays the time in Boston. The unit “Fahrenheit” is also displayed instead of “degrees”. This is because OpenSprinkler uses the settings from the respective region. Under “Edit options”, then “System”, then “Location” select your location and confirm with “Submit”. The time should then be set correctly straight away. […]

Until now there was only the AC version with Ethernet, now new and immediately available: OpenSprinkler3.2 DC version with Ethernet! As usual, a 7.5VDC adapter is used here, which is included. By default this now delivers 3A and is therefore much more flexible for any type of installation. Thanks to DCAC booster technology, […]

There is currently very high demand for OpenSprinklers 3.0/3.2. New goods are on the way, but subsequent deliveries are already covered by the outstanding sales. Unfortunately, this means longer delivery times. The import process from the USA depends on the processing time of customs. It's never possible to estimate how long it will take. Sometimes it's just hours, sometimes [...]

OpenSprinkler already has an input to connect external sensors. In principle it works like this: If watering is pending, it is checked whether the sensor allows it, then watering starts; if not, then not. So the whole thing is a yes/no game (digital). There are a variety of solutions on the market, but none seem to me [...]

Lately I've been getting a lot of questions about housings for outdoor installation. Are you interested in matching housings? This is a waterproof and dustproof housing for outdoor installation. Suitable for 1x power supply 35W and 1x OpenSprinkler. In principle also for 1x zone expander, but it has to be placed at the bottom. The power supply and OpenSprinkler are installed on a […]

The fact that the Ethernet adapter hangs on the cable without insulation is a thorn in the side for many people. But there is now a solution, from May 13th, 2019 all new customers will receive the Ethernet adapter with housing. And the existing customers? Just contact me and I will send you the case free of charge. Only for AC 3.2 customers. Contact: info@OpenSprinklerShop.de

OpenHAB: You can integrate OpenSprinkler with the binding at https://www.openhab.org/addons/bindings/OpenSprinkler/. This also works for other smart home systems. OpenSprinkler has an API that allows you to control all functions over the network. https://openthings.freshdesk.com/support/solutions/articles/5000716363-os-api-documents Important: You must pass the password for access as an MD5 hash. And if you change the password in OpenSprinkler, then […]

With OpenSprinkler you can switch smart components connected to your Fritz!Box on and off via http:// request. To do this, in the OpenSprinkler app on a free station (irrigation circle), click on Properties (the gear on the right) and then on Advanced. Then select “HTTP” as the station type. Now you can enter two http commands, one to turn on, […]

Due to its design, the OpenSprinkler can only be used to switch solenoid valves. This means you can’t actually operate a “normal” faucet with it. Or is it?