PKY-IC05 LoRa Solar Valve Controller | PKYDrip

Role in the Irrigation System

PKY-IC05 is a LoRa solar valve controller designed as a dedicated field actuator.

Its role is simple and clear:

• Open irrigation valves
• Close irrigation valves
• Execute commands reliably in remote, off-grid locations

PKY-IC05 does not handle irrigation logic, sensor analysis, or complex field decisions.

PKY-IC05 is designed as a low-power, solar-driven execution node for modular LoRa-based irrigation systems.

Part of a Wireless Irrigation System

This product is designed as part of the PKYDrip LoRa wireless irrigation control system.

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Where PKY-IC05 Fits

In a modular irrigation system:

• Main Controller (optional)
  Defines irrigation logic, schedules, and automation rules

• PKY-EG08 (LoRa Gateway)
  Coordinates LoRa communication and manages wireless field devices

• PKY-IC05 (Solar Valve Controller)
  Executes valve open/close actions in each irrigation zone

PKY-IC05 acts as the final execution point in the system.

Core Design Philosophy

PKY-IC05 is intentionally designed to do one job only.

By focusing exclusively on valve control:

• Power consumption is minimized
• Solar panel size and battery capacity are optimized
• System reliability is increased
• Field maintenance requirements are reduced

This design makes PKY-IC05 ideal for large-scale deployments with many irrigation zones.

Power & Deployment

• Integrated solar panel with internal rechargeable battery
• No external power supply required
• Suitable for long-term outdoor use
• Designed for unattended operation in remote fields

Once installed, the controller operates with minimal maintenance.

Typical Applications

• Orchards and vineyards with distributed irrigation zones
• Open-field agriculture without access to electricity
• Remote irrigation projects where trenching cables is impractical
• Large farms requiring many independent valve zones

Typical application:
→ Open field wireless irrigation system

Expandability & System Growth

Start Simple. Upgrade Anytime.

Projects can begin with a small number of solar valve controllers and expand gradually:

• Add more IC05 units for additional zones
• Extend LoRa coverage via gateway planning
• Integrate with main controllers for advanced scheduling

The valve controller remains a stable, low-maintenance execution node as the system grows.

Integration Notes (For Engineers)

• Designed to pair with PKY-EG08 LoRa gateway
• Optimized for pulse-type solenoid valves
• Not intended for multi-sensor or complex I/O expansion
• Best used as a dedicated valve execution device

For system setup and installation: → Deployment guide

When PKY-IC05 Is the Right Choice

Choose PKY-IC05 if your project:

• Requires wireless valve control only
• Does not need sensor data collection
• Prioritizes simplicity and cost efficiency
• Has moderate power and expansion requirements

PKY-IC05 is ideal for basic remote irrigation control.

Upgrade Path: From PKY-IC05 to PKY-IC05-Plus

For projects that require stronger power capacity, longer runtime, or sensor integration, PKYDrip provides an upgraded option:

PKY-IC05-Plus – Wireless Control & Sensing Node

PKY-IC05-Plus is an upgraded version of PKY-IC05, designed for more demanding irrigation projects.

Compared with PKY-IC05, PKY-IC05-Plus offers:

• Larger enclosure
• Higher battery capacity
• Stronger expansion capability
• Optional sensor integration:
  • Pressure monitoring
  • Flow measurement
  • Environmental sensing

PKY-IC05-Plus is recommended when irrigation reliability verification, monitoring, or future expansion is required.

👉 Learn more: PKY-IC05-Plus – Wireless Control & Sensing Node

Summary

Start with PKY-IC05 for basic control, and upgrade to PKY-IC05-Plus as project requirements grow.

• PKY-IC05 is a LoRa solar-powered valve controller
• Designed exclusively for valve open/close operations
• Ultra-low power, self-powered, and field-ready
• Ideal for large-scale, off-grid irrigation zoning

Recommended for projects with many zones, limited power availability, and simple execution requirements.

Related Solution

• 👉 LoRa Off-Grid Irrigation System