Product Overview
The Hydro-Rain HSC-1600-M is the 16-station modular base for Hydro-Rain’s High Station Count irrigation-control platform. Powered by B-hyve Pro, it provides built-in Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Ethernet connectivity and can be expanded in 8-station increments to control up to 48 stations.
Key Features
- 16-station modular controller base
- Expandable to 48 stations with compatible 8-station modules
- Built-in 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Wi-Fi
- Bluetooth and Ethernet connectivity
- B-hyve Pro / B-hyve web access
- Large full-color display
- Two master-valve/pump circuits
- Non-volatile program memory
- Supports manual watering by station or program
- Outdoor mounting
Common Uses
- Large residential irrigation systems
- Commercial and municipal landscapes
- Sites requiring modular station expansion
- Remote irrigation management through B-hyve Pro
Technical Specifications
- Model: HSC-1600-M
- Base Station Count: 16
- Maximum Station Count: 48 with compatible modules
- Concurrent Operation: Up to 2 stations
- Mounting Location: Outdoor
- Connectivity: 2.4/5 GHz Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet
- Bluetooth Range: Up to 150 ft. as listed
- Transformer Input: 100-240 VAC
- Station Output: 0.56 A at 24 VAC
- P/MV Output: 0.32 A at 24 VAC
- Programming: Days of week, intervals, odd/even days, Smart
- Listed Certifications: EPA WaterSense, FCC, IP68, UL
Compatibility & Installation Notes
Use compatible HSC expansion modules for station growth. Verify site power, valve wiring, network connectivity, master-valve/pump requirements, enclosure location, and total station count before installation. Optional cellular connectivity requires a separate compatible module.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many stations does HSC-1600-M control out of the box?
Sixteen.
How far can the controller be expanded?
Hydro-Rain lists expansion up to 48 stations using compatible 8-station modules.
What network connections are built in?
Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Ethernet.
Why Buy Hydro-Rain HSC-1600-M from Big Frog Supply?
The HSC-1600-M provides a connected 16-station base that can grow in 8-station increments for larger irrigation systems that need centralized and remote control.
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