Hunter Pilot Integrated Hub User Guide
- June 4, 2024
- Hunter
Table of Contents
Pilot Integrated Hub
User Guide
Pilot Integrated Hub
System Design Guide
Schematic of Pilot Integrated Hub System Layout A Pilot Integrated Hub system
consists of the following elements:
- Irrigation computer with Pilot Command Center Software typically located in the maintenance office
- Pilot-FI Field Interface placed as close as possible to the irrigation computer and connected to it by USB. The Field Interface links the central control computer to the field equipment.
- One or more Pilot-DH Integrated Hubs.
- Some mixture of 1-, 2-, 4-, and 6-station two-way modules with one output for every solenoid in the system.
- At least one ICD-HP Handheld Programmer is recommended for each Integrated Hub system.
In this design guide, a conventional or conventionally wired system is one that has a separate wire terminal for each station output. Valve wires attached to these terminals run from the controller to each valve or sprinkler solenoid. In a two-wire system, two-conductor cables start at the Integrated Hub and run throughout the course. The cable supplies power and communication to two-way modules spliced along its length. The two-way module outputs connect to the valve or sprinkler solenoid wires.
Pilot-DH Integrated Hub
Housed in a plastic pedestal enclosure, a Pilot- H Integrated Hub is an
advanced piece of field equipment capable of operating up to 999 tons. Output
modules plug into the Pilot-DH Integrated Hub. Each output module is capable
of running 250 stations with 30 simultaneously active stations.| Pilot-DH
Output Module
Each Pilot-DH Output Module has a 250-station capacity. They are connected
using a two-wire cable, which is then run throughout the golf course. The
integrated olds up to four modules for a total o999 stations.| Pilot-DH
Output Module
Each Pilot-DH Output Module has a 250-station capacity. They are connected
using two-wire cables, which s then run throughout the golf course. he
ntegrat Hub holds up to four modules for a total 999 stations.
Two-Way Module Design
Two-way module (TWM) designs make the most efficient use of hardware in golf
irrigation systems. Integrated Hub Systems house the TWM within the rotor
compartment, combining the benefits of Hunter Total-Top-Serviceability (TTS)
Golf Rotors with the power and flexibility of TWM Technology. This
configuration eliminates valve boxes on the fairways and wire splices between
the two-way modules and the rotor. Hunter rotors are available in 1- or
2-station TWM configurations, prewired to the rotor solenoid and easy to
install. Hunter TWM Rotors may also be wirelessly programmed and inspected
through the TTS flange compartment lid using the ICD-HP Handheld Programmer,
without removing a single screw.
TTS Rotor with Two-Way Module
This configuration eliminates valve boxes on the fairways and all wire splices
between the two-way modules and the rotor.
INSTALLED ROTOR WITH TWM
- Finish grade
- GT-885-D full- and part-circle rotor as specified
- 1½” (38 mm) HSJ or as specified
- Sub main pipe
- 1½” (38 mm) male Acme
- Wire splice 3M DBRY-6 on two-wire path
- Two-wire path
- Two-way module/solenoid assembly inside TTS compartment
Cost Savings
One of the most important benefits of an Integrated Hub system is that it saves wire. With a Pilot Integrated Hub system, each output module over a single two-conductor cable can manage up to 250 stations. One Integrated Hub can manage up to 999 stations over four two-conductor cables. Managing this many stations using a conventionally wired system is much more difficult, requiring 999 individual valve wires plus several valve common wires.
System Flexibility
As long as the two-wire path is reasonably accessible throughout the golf
course, stations can be added later quite easily. Simply splice a new two-wire
path leg onto the existing cable, then splice additional two-way modules into
the path wherever they’re needed. Two-conductor wire runs are typically
T-spliced to follow pipe trenches and minimize wasted wire. Because Pilot
Integrated Hubs are housed in weatherproof plastic pedestals, they can be
placed strategically. This reduces the amount of two-conductor cable versus
systems that require all cables to be routed back to the maintenance office.
The 999-station, pedestal-mounted hub architecture of Pilot Integrated Hub
systems offers the perfect compromise between central computer-only systems
and multiple field controllers. For most golf courses, one hub is sufficient.
In drier climates, a golf course may need multiple hubs. You can have as few
as one and as many as 999 Integrated Hubs on your golf course, depending on
your need for infield control.
Pilot-DH Integrated Hubs include full-featured face packs for convenient, in-
field control anytime. They also offer standalone watering during the
construction phase of a project. For greater flexibility, you can add a PILOT-
MOD-UHF Radio Communications Module. With Hunter’s unique Straight Talk™
technology, you can use the TRNR Maintenance Radio as a remote control before
the central control is even set up.
Electrical Capacity
Pilot Integrated Hubs can run 30 solenoids at a time on each 250-station
output module. That means a fully loaded 999-station Integrated Hub can run up
to 120 solenoids at one time. With 14 AWG (2.1 mm²) Hunter ID1 Wire, a Pilot
Integrated Hub can activate solenoids up to 8,000′ (2,438 m) away. With 12 AWG
(3.3 mm²) Hunter ID2 Wire, they can operate stations up to 14,000′ (4,267 m)
away. Pilot Integrated Hub Systems have sufficient terminals to connect six
wire paths to each 250-station output module. Therefore, a controller using
ID1 cable can have up to six 8,000′ (2,438 m) legs for each of four
PilotDH-250 Output Modules. If preferred, all 250 stations can be connected to
a single two-wire cable. Note: AC power supply wires for the Pilot-DH
Integrated Hub must be 14 AWG (1.5 mm²) or larger.
Pilot-DH Integrated Hub electrical specifications:
PILOT-DH INTEGRATED HUB POWER
Supply input voltage| 120/230 VAC at 50/60 Hz
Input current for 120 VAC| 5.5 A maximum (fully loaded and running maximum
simultaneous stations)
Input current for 230 VAC| 2.75 A maximum (fully loaded and running maximum
simultaneous stations)
PILOT-DH INTEGRATED HUB OUTPUT VOLTAGE
Pilot-DH-250 communication output module voltage| 40 V
Maximum allowable voltage drop on two-wire path| 20 V
PILOT TWO-WAY MODULES
Standby current (solenoid off)| 1.2 mA
Active current (solenoid on)| 45 mA for Hunter solenoid with power factor set
to two (default)
WIRE SPECIFICATIONS
Using high-quality, two-wire cable and installing it properly are key factors
in successful two-way module installations. Substituting wire and wire splices
is a major cause of startup service problems and is done at the installer’s
own risk.
Hunter cable types for use with Pilot Integrated Hub systems:
MODEL| AWG/METRIC| CONDUCTOR| SPOOL SIZE| COLOR
OPTIONS
---|---|---|---|---
ID1| 14 AWG (2.1 mm²)| Two insulated (one red and one blue), soft-
drawn solid copper wires, twisted with a minimum lay of 4″ (10 cm) enclosed in
a direct-burial, high-density polyethylene jacket| 2,500′ (760 m)| Gray,
Purple, Yellow, Orange, Blue, Tan
ID2| 12 AWG (3.3 mm²)| Two insulated (one red and one blue), soft-
drawn solid copper wires, twisted with a minimum lay of 4″ (10 cm) enclosed in
a direct-burial, high-density polyethylene jacket| 2,500′ (760 m)| Gray,
Purple, Yellow, Orange, Blue, Tan
Hunter requires twisted wire meeting the above specification on all paths. The
twist in the wire is an essential part of the surge suppression scheme.
Because lightning damage is not covered by warranty, it’s in the installer’s
best interest to follow Hunter’s guidance, which is based on nearly two
decades of system installations. The twisted pairs are not shielded or
armored. The voltage on the two-wire path is under 40 VAC, so unless local
regulations require it, the conduit is not necessary. Shielding, steel armor,
and conduit will not inhibit performance and can be used if desired. Each two-
wire run from a 250-station output module is called a path.
A fully loaded Integrated Hub can have a minimum of four (one for each of four
modules) to 24 (six for each of four modules) paths. For each output module,
up to 250 two-way modules can be installed in any combination of one to six
cable paths. Cable paths should never be connected from one output module to
another. For example, a cable extending from output module 1 should not be
connected to output modules 2, 3, or 4. Each path runs from its output module
to the last two-way module in the path and simply stops there.
Reusing Existing Cable
Using wire left in the ground from a previous system is never a good idea and
may void your warranty. Buried cable ages over time. As it ages, wire
insulation shrinks resulting in ground faults. Even if the cable in the ground
has not aged to the point where problems exist the life of that cable is
already reduced. Replacing older systems because they don’t work is quite
common. A big part of the problem is the poor condition of the cable caused by
multiple repairs and aging. From a more practical standpoint, the existing
cable is unlikely to meet the specifications for gauge, twist, and solid
copper. Often the conductor insulation is not color-coded red/blue, which can
lead to confusion during the installation process. In short, experience has
shown that trying to reuse existing wire usually takes longer because it will
likely need repairs so it works with the new system. It also tends to cost
more in the long run.
Wire Connectors
All wire joints in the red/blue two-wire path must be made with 3M™ DBRY-6 or
equally waterproof connectors. DBRY-6 connectors are rated for 600 V and
should not be confused with DBR/DBY connectors, which are rated for 30 V.
Whenever a splice is made, it’s important to leave adequate slack in the
wires. Leave 5′ (1.5 m) of slack to allow for convenient service or
inspection, and to prevent the contraction of the wire from damaging the
connections. Wire slack may be coiled neatly or tucked out of the way. Two-way
module-to-solenoid connections may be made with standard DBY waterproof
connectors. These connectors are rated for 30 V. As with the red/blue two-wire
path, leave 5′ (1.5 m) of slack to allow for convenient service or inspection,
and to prevent contraction of the wire from damaging the connections.
T-Splicing Two-Conductor Wire
It’s possible to T-splice the cable paths in the Pilot Integrated Hub
System. T-splices consist of making a three-way connection in the red and blue
wires. All T-splices must be made in valve boxes with high-quality, waterproof
splices such as 3M DBRY-6. They are large enough to hold three 14 AWG (2.1
mm²) conductors (for ID1 wire) or three 12 AWG (3.3 mm²) conductors (for ID2
wire). It’s especially important to allow adequate slack in a three-way
splice. You should be able to withdraw each splice from the valve box for
above-ground inspection and service. Where possible, run the cable in the same
trench as the irrigation pipe. The pipe will provide some protection to the
wire and logically leads to the valves where two-way modules will be
positioned. If ID1 wire is used and the total distance from the controller to
the end of each arm of the T-splice is less than 8,000′ (2,438 m), the system
meets the specification. This is true even if the total amount of wire is more
than 8,000′ (2,438 m).
For example, let’s say you run 14 AWG (2.1 mm²) ID1 wire and place a T-splice 4,000′ (1,219 m) from the controller. If you run two arms in different directions from the T-splice, each run being an additional 4,000′ (1,219 m), the wire is within specifications. That’s because it’s only 8,000′ (2,438 m) to the end of each arm of the T from the controller, even though there is a 12,000′ (3,658 m) total wire connected to the output. It’s possible to have more than one splice in a wire run, provided all the above conditions are met. In very large systems, the length of the wire run and the number of two-way modules installed along its length may reduce the number of stations that can be run simultaneously near the end of the wire path. This will not damage the equipment but may require adjusting station timing to prevent underpowering the solenoid outputs.
Lightning
While no irrigation system is immune to lightning, Integrated Hub Systems offer an advantage because they have less wire in the ground. When properly installed, they have an excellent grounding and surge suppression. As a result, they’re popular in regions with lightning exposure.
Photo courtesy of NASA MSFC lightning imaging sensor (LIS) science team
Earth Grounding
Earth grounding of Integrated Hub Systems requires planning and careful
installation. Properly grounded Integrated Hub Systems perform very well in
highlighting regions. Poor grounding will result in unnecessary equipment
losses and irrigation downtime.
Pilot Integrated Hub Systems required ground grids:
LOCATIONS | CONNECTIONS | RESISTANCE TO GROUND | PLACEMENT |
---|---|---|---|
__ Central Control | Copper ground lug inside Pilot-FI Field Interface | < 10 | |
Ω(using megger) | 1 at the central control | ||
__ Integrated Hubs | Copper ground lug inside Pilot-DH plastic pedestal | __ < | |
10 Ω(using megger) | __ 1 at each hub |
Earth grounding for Pilot Integrated Hub systems should follow specifications
published by the American Society of Irrigation Consultants (ASIC) and
published as a design guide called Earth Grounding Electronic Equipment in
Irrigation Systems. The design guide can be found online at:
www.asic.org/Design_Guides.aspx.
Pilot-FI and Pilot-DH Grounding Grid Design
Typical ASIC grounding grid design for Field Interface and Integrated Hub
A large copper ground lug or clamp is provided for the connection of the bare
copper wire to earth grounding hardware. During installation, lay the
grounding wire perpendicular to the two-wire path. This ensures the ground
grid dissipates excess energy into the earth and not onto the Integrated Hub
system’s two-wire path where it could damage other system0 components.
PILOT INTEGRATED HUB GROUNDING DESIGN GRID
- Pilot Integrated Hub
- Concrete pad
- 11/2″ (3.5 cm) or larger PVC sweep ell
- 8 AWG (6 mm 2) solid bare copper wires
- 12″ (30 cm) installation depth
- 10″ (16 mm) ground rod
- Cadwell connection
- 30″ (75 cm) installation depth
- 4″ x 96″ x 0.0625″ (10 cm x 2.5 m x 1.5 mm) grounding plate
- Earth contact material
Earth Ground Placement
**Pilot Two-Way Modules that feature integrated surge suppression are
equipped with a bare copper wire for connection to earth-ground hardware.
Pilot Integrated Hub Systems require external surge suppression by adding
Pilot-SG Suppressors at specified intervals. These are also equipped with a
bare copper wire for connection to earth-ground hardware. Connect the bare
copper wire for the integrated ground at every 12th two-way module or every
1,000′ (300 m) of wire run, whichever is shorter. The two-way module station
size (1, 2, 4 or 6) is not taken into account. Just like 1-station two-way
modules, 6-station two-way modules count as one of the 12 two-way modules. The
final two-way module in any wire run should be grounded. This includes the
final two-way module in each of the different arms of a T-spliced junction.
Ground wires on two-way modules between those that have been connected are not
used. It’s not necessary to remove the unused ground wire or bury it; simply
fold it out of the way. This allows future additional grounding or use of the
two-way module in another location.
Note:** Two-way module grounding hardware should always be placed at right
angles to the run of the two-wire path.
Typical grounding plate installation for Pilot Two-Way Module integrated surge
protection. Installation using Pilot-SG Inline Surge Protectors is similar.
LOCATIONS | CONNECTIONS | RESISTANCE TO GROUND | PLACEMENT |
---|---|---|---|
Two-way module integrated surge connection | Bare copper wire from the | ||
integrated surge suppressor on each two-way module | < 10 Ω (using megger) |
Every 12th two-way module or 1,000′ (300 m), whichever is shorter and at the
end of each wire run
Surge arrestors when using DIH rotors| Requires addition of Pilot-SG Surge
Arrestors| < 10 Ω (using megger)| Every 12th two-way module or 1,000′ (300 m),
whichever is shorter and at the end of each wire run
Two-Way Module to Solenoid Wiring
From the two-way module outputs to the individual solenoids, use standard
irrigation wire sized for the length of the run. Wiring from the two-way
module to the solenoid should not exceed 240′ (73 m). For installations using
electric inline valves, the two-way module is often in the same valve box as
the solenoid it controls. In these cases, you can use standard 18 AWG (1.0
mm²) wire. Each station output on a two-way module can power up to two
standard Hunter golf solenoids. When doubling solenoids on a two-way module
output, the solenoids must be wired in parallel rather than in series. The
two-way module station output leads should run to the two leads from the first
solenoid, then connect (usually in a three-way splice) to the leads from the
second solenoid.
PILOT INTEGRATED HUB GROUNDING DESIGN GRID
- Two-wire communication cable
- Pilot Two-Way Module
- Station wiring
- Rotor solenoid wire
Power Factor and Inrush
The color-coded station outputs of individual two-way modules are designed
to operate standard Hunter golf irrigation solenoids. Solenoid inrush current
is the initial increase in power required to energize the solenoid and
overcome water pressure to open the diaphragm valve. Solenoid holding current
is the power required by the solenoid to keep the valve open once it has been
opened by the inrush current. For Pilot Two-Way Modules, the power factor is
factory preset to two. The inrush setting for Pilot two-way modules is five.
This is the correct setting for most applications. Some high-draw solenoids
and pump start relays may require higher inrush settings. Warning: Factory
preset power factor and inrush settings should only be changed in consultation
with Hunter technical personnel.
Inrush current energizes the solenoid to open the valve. Power is then reduced, and the valve is kept open by the holding current.
Power factor and inrush setting in Pilot-DH Integrated Hub
Pilot Integrated Hub System Hardware
When using solenoids other than Hunter, consult the manufacturer’s solenoid
specifications before planning a system. In a Pilot Integrated Hub System, you
never need to open splices, cut wire, or otherwise disrupt the system to make
changes to the power factor or inrush settings. If it becomes necessary to
customize these settings for use with non-standard solenoids, you can use both
the ICD-HP Handheld Programmer and Pilot-DH Integrated Hub to make the
adjustments. The ICD-HP connects to a two-way module wirelessly by placing its
sensor close to the two-way module. The Pilot-DH Integrated Hub has a
programming port in the facepack. This energy is not running at 50/60 Hz.
Therefore, it will not look like 24 VAC on a conventional voltmeter. Pilot
Integrated Hubs are designed to work with either 120 VAC or 230 VAC input
power. The hub uses an advanced power supply, which automatically detects and
adjusts for the type of incoming power. Thus, there is no switch for changing
between 120 VAC and 230 VAC. Note: Each color-coded station output on a two-
way module generates the energy required to operate up to 24 VAC solenoids.
Pilot Integrated Hub System Components
Pilot Two-Way Modules are bright yellow to distinguish them from other
decoder models. The color also makes them easier to find on construction sites
and in the bottom of dark valve boxes. Pilot Two-Way Modules are completely
waterproof. They have built-in surge suppression with a bare copper wire for
connection to a ground rod or plate. TTS Rotors do not include integrated
surge protection, so separate PILOT-SG inline surge protection devices are
required. Each Pilot Two-Way Module has one pair of communication wires for
connecting to the two-wire path. One of the wires is red. The other is blue.
Inside the Hunter ID Wire Cable there are two conductors: One is red and one
is blue to make wiring the system easy with little risk of mistakes. In
addition to the red/blue communication wires, Pilot Two-Way Modules include
pairs of color-coded wires. These are station output wires. The colors are
used to identify the two-way modules’ station outputs. Pilot-100 One-Station
Two-Way Modules have a single pair of black station wires. On Pilot Two-
Station Two-Way Modules,, the first output is black and the second output is
yellow. A different color is used for each output. Each station can be turned
on independently of the others and each station output can activate up to two
solenoids. Theoretically, each multi-station two-way module can activate the
number of stations x 2 solenoids simultaneously. For example, a six-station
two-way module can operate up to (6 stations) x (2 solenoids) = 12 total
solenoids. Some limitations may apply for very high-draw solenoids and pump
start relays. Pilot Two-Way Modules are CE approved and meet other relevant
international standards as well. Note: Pilot Two-Way Modules themselves are
low-voltage products and do not require a separate UL listing on their own.
They are part of a UL-listed Pilot Integrated Hub System.
MODEL | STATION COUNT |
---|---|
PILOT-100 | 1 |
PILOT-200 | 2 |
PILOT-400 | 4 |
PILOT-600 | 6 |
PILOT-SG | N/A |
Pilot Two-Way Modules are yellow to easily distinguish them from other
decoders
STATION WIRE COLORS
1 = Black
2 = Yellow
3 = Green
4 = White
5 = Orange
6 = Purple
Addressing Two-Way Modules
Each Pilot Two-Way Module arrives without a station address. You must
assign two-way module addresses before they can be used. Each output on a two-
way module needs its own unique address. That means a Pilot-100 One-Station
Two-Way Module needs one address and a Pilot-600 Six-Station Two-Way Module
needs six addresses. Two-way module addresses can be any number from 1 to 999.
You can use address numbers only once. Pilot-DH Integrated Hubs accept up to
four 250-station output modules. Although any numbers from 1 to 999 may be
used as two-way module addresses, numbering per output module must be done as
shown here.
With Pilot Two-Way Modules, the address can be specified in advance so the
number can be put into a record drawing. Once the two-way modules are spliced
onto the wire path, the installer can take a copy of the plan and the wireless
ICD-HP Handheld Programmer, then walk along the wire path programming each
twoway module. If a two-way module needs to be swapped out later, you can
assign the existing station address to its replacement using the ICD-HP
Handheld Programmer or Integrated Hub Facepack. Immediately test the new
module to confirm proper operation.
Pilot Two-Way Module addressing for output modules in a Pilot-DH Integrated
Hub:
Addressing Two-Way Modules Using the Pilot-DH Integrated Hub
Use the Pilot-DH Integrated Hub to address any Pilot Two-Way Module. Every
two-way module, regardless of the station count, will have one red and one
blue wire. These are the communication wires which will later be spliced onto
the two-wire cable. Insert the red and blue wires from the two-way module into
the programming port on the facepack of the Pilot Integrated Hub. It doesn’t
matter which color (red/blue) goes in which hole of the programming port.
During the addressing process, place the two-way module into the recessed
holder on the right side of the pedestal.
After inserting the wires in the programming port, press the SETTINGS button
on the Pilot Integrated Hub Facepack. Choose TESTING from the menu shown on
the display, then select PROGRAM A DECODER. The Integrated Hub will search for
a two-way module connected to the programming port. If a two-way module is
found, the display will change to show all available stations on the two-way
module. Station outputs will be identified by number and also by the wire
color for each output on the two-way module. Using the keypad and arrow
buttons on the face pack, assign each station an address.
Once all station outputs have been addressed, press the SAVE button. As the
Integrated Hub configures the two-way module with the desired addresses, the
programming light on top of the facepack will blink.
Note: Do not create duplicate stations. Every Pilot Two-Way Module output
on the golf course needs a unique ID. The Pilot Integrated Huand two-way
modules have two-way communication between each other on the two-wire path.
Each command from the hub requires reply from the two-way module. If two two-
way modules have the same address, they will both try to respond. In this
case, both may turn on, neither may turn on, or there will be communication
errors.
PILOT-DH Integrated Hub programming screen for a Pilot Six-Station Two-Way
Module
PILOT-DH Integrated Hub programming port for PilotTwo-Way Modules
Addressing Two-Way Modules Using the ICD-HP Handheld Programmer
The Hunter ICD-HP Handheld Programmer is a powerful device that should be
included with any Pilot Integrated Hub System. It can be used to wirelessly
link to a twoway module even if it’s inside the compartment of a TTS Rotor.
It’s used to troubleshoot Integrated Hub Systems, update two-way module
addresses, inrush and power factor settings; perform functional tests on the
two-way modules, and update two-way module firmware. To set a two-way module’s
address using the ICD-HP, turn the unit on. Connect to a two-way module and
select the DECODER PROGRAMMING MENU. Select PROGRAM DECODER, then press NEXT.
The display will show all available station outputs. Use the arrow keys to
select the desired output, then use the number keys to set the address for the
selected output.
Note: Do not create duplicate stations. Every two-way module outpuon the
golf course needs a unique ID. The Pilot Integrated Hub and two-way modules
have two-way communication with each other the two-wire path. Each command
from the hub requires reply from the two-way module. If two two-way modules
have the same address, they will both try to respond. In this case, both may
turn on, neither may turn on, or there will be communication errors.
Note: To use the ICD-HP Handheld Programmer wirelessly, the Pilot Two-Way
Modules must be connected to the wire path and powered on. The ICD-HP can be
used with wo-way modules that are not powered.
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Wireless Remote Control
The TRNR Maintenance Radio is a narrowband UHF radio operating in the 450
to 470 MHz frequency range. It can wirelessly control Pilot Integrated Hubs
with or without a central control system in place. This option requires
installation of a PILOT-MOD-UHF Radio Module. The operator may then use a
Hunter model TRNR portable radio or a similarly programmed UHF radio with a
DTMF keypad to control up to 999 stations. Using Hunter StraightTalk™
Technology, the TRNR talks directly to the controller for total wireless
remote control up to 2 miles (3.2 km) away from each controller.
Integrated Hub System Installation Specification
General
Cable’s layout and design is relatively simple. The general rule is to run the
two-wire paths in the pipe trenches so that they pass near each solenoid
location. In special circumstances, or if cable sizes need to be trimmed down
to a minimum, use the charts in this document.
Cable
It’s important to always use solid core, color-coded, twisted-pair cable. The
twist of the core protects the system from most types of noise and small
surges. This is the same technology that’s been used by telephone and data
companies for many years. Cable size selection depends on run distance and the
number of standby and active two-way modules on the path. As a general rule,
14 AWG (2.1 mm²) ID1 wire is recommended for wire path lengths up to 8,000′
(2,438 m) and 12 AWG (3.3 mm²) ID2 wire for wire path lengths up to 14,000′
(4,267 m). Use these maximum wire path lengths when activating 30 standard
Hunter golf solenoids with 250 Pilot OneStation Two-Way Modules per output
module. If the output module must activate more than 30 solenoids at a time,
shorten the maximum wire length. If the maximum wire length needs to be
longer, run fewer stations simultaneously. See the charts at the end of this
manual for guidelines regarding wire lengths and simultaneous stations. Avoid
running power cables and two-wire cables in parallel, especially if they’re in
close proximity. If a high-voltage cable must be crossed, it’s best to cross
at right angles.
Note: The total system cable length is unimportant. It’s the length from
the controller output module to the farthest two-way module on each path
that’s critical.
Active Stations Based on Wire Length and Number of Two-Way Modules Using
ID2 (12 AWG) Wire
Total Number of Two-Way Modules on Wire Path
ACTIVE STATIONS
| 15
---|---
20
25
30
Active Stations Based on Wire Length and Number of Two-Way ModulesUsing ID2 (3.3 mm
| 15
---|---
20
25
30
Active Stations Based on Wire Length and Number of Two-Way Modules Using ID1 (14 AWG) Wire
Total Number of Two-Way Modules on Wire Path
| 15
---|---
20
25
30
Active Stations Based on Wire Length and Number of Two-Way Modules Using ID1 (2.2 mm 2 ) Wire
Total Number of Two-Way Modules on Wire Path
| 15
---|---
20
25
30
Conversion Chart for American Wire Gauge (AWG) to Metric System
CONVERSION CHART FOR AMERICAN WIRE GAUGE TO METRIC SYSTEM
SIZE (AWG)| METRIC (mm2)| CIRCULAR (Mils)| EQUIVALENT CIRCULAR(Mils)|
APPROXIMATE WIRE DIAMETER(Inches)
---|---|---|---|---
–| 0.50| –| 937| 0.032| 0.81
20| –| 1,020| –| 0.036| 0.91
–| 0.75| –| 1,480| 0.039| 0.99
18| –| 1,620| –| 0.046| 1.16
–| 1.00| –| 1,974| 0.051| 1.30
16| –| 2,580| –| 0.051| 1.29
–| 1.50| –| 2,960| 0.063| 1.60
14| –| 4,110| –| 0.073| 1.84
–| 2.50| –| 4,934| 0.081| 2.06
12| –| 6,530| –| 0.092| 2.32
–| 4.00| –| 7,894| 0.102| 2.59
10| –| 10,380| –| 0.116| 2.93
–| 6.00| –| 11,840| 0.126| 3.21
8| –| 16,510| –| 0.146| 3.70
–| 10.00| –| 19,740| 0.162| 4.12
6| –| 26,240| –| 0.184| 4.66
–| 16.00| –| 31,580| 0.204| 5.18
4| –| 41,740| –| 0.232| 5.88
–| 25.00| –| 49,340| 0.260| 6.60
2| –| 66,360| –| 0.292| 7.42
–| 35.00| –| 69,070| 0.305| 7.75
1| –| 83,690| –| 0.332| 9.43
–| 50.00| –| 98,680| 0.365| 9.27
Conversion Chart for American Wire Gauge (AWG) to Metric System
CONVERSION CHART FOR AMERICAN WIRE GAUGE TO METRIC SYSTEM
SIZE (AWG)| METRIC (mm2)| CIRCULAR (Mils)| EQUIVALENT CIRCULAR (Mils)|
APPROXIMATE WIRE DIAMETER(Inches)
---|---|---|---|---
1/0| –| 106| –| 0.373| 9.46
2/0| –| 133| –| 0.419| 10.60
–| 70| –| 138.1| 0.430| 10.90
3/0| –| 168| –| 0.471| 12.00
–| 95| –| 187.5| 0.504| 12.80
4/0| –| 212| –| 0.528| 13.40
–| 120| –| 237.8| 0.567| 14.40
–| –| 250| –| 0.575| 14.60
–| 150| 300| –| 0.630| 16.00
–| –| 6,530| –| 0.092| 2.32
–| 185| –| 365.1| 0.700| 17.80
–| –| 400| –| 0.728| 18.50
–| 240| –| 473.6| 0.801| 20.30
–| –| 500| –| 0.814| 20.70
–| 300| –| 592.1| 0.700| 17.80
–| –| 600| –| 0.089| 22.10
–| –| 700| –| 0.964| 24.50
–| –| 750| –| 0.999| 25.40
–| 400| –| 789.4| 1.026| 26.10
–| –| 800| –| 1.032| 26.20
–| 500| –| 986.8| 1.152| 29.30
–| –| 1,000| –| 1.153| 29.30
–| 625| –| 1,233.7| 1.287| 32.70
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