{"product_id":"weathermatic-slw5-weather-sensor-wireless","title":"Zurn Weathermatic SLW5 Wireless Weather Station (SmartLine) - SLW5","description":"\u003ch2\u003eZurn Weathermatic SLW5 Wireless Weather Station (SmartLine) - SLW5\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeathermatic SLW5 Wireless Weather Station delivers on-site weather sensing and SmartLine compatibility to automatically adjust irrigation run times based on real-time conditions. Designed for outdoor use, the SLW5 combines rain and freeze detection with evapotranspiration (ET)-based adjustments to reduce water waste and lower operating costs for residential and light-commercial systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDurable and easy to install, the SLW5 is ideal for contractors and landscape professionals who want reliable, low-maintenance weather-based irrigation control. Refer to the included installation guide for setup steps, diagnostics, and warranty information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmartLine compatible — ships with the SLHUB‑RF‑5 wireless hub for easy setup and pre-paired communication.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable rain shut-off from 1\/8″ to 1″ (3–25 mm) with an extended rain-delay feature (48‑hour default; adjustable 0–99 hours).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFreeze shut-off activates at 37°F (3.0°C) and automatically resumes irrigation when temperatures rise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e900 MHz bi‑directional wireless communication with up to 1,500 ft (457 m) line-of-sight range; obstacles may reduce effective range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperates on two AAA lithium batteries (supplied) with remote battery diagnostics and up to 10-year battery life under normal conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtective white solar shields and an adjustable aluminum mounting arm for gutter or wall installation provide accurate temperature readings and low maintenance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOn-board diagnostics report battery and communication status to the SmartLine controller to simplify troubleshooting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhat our Experts Think\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14ag307\" data-start=\"219\" data-end=\"409\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"221\" data-end=\"252\"\u003eET-based irrigation control\u003c\/strong\u003e: Feeds live weather data to SmartLine controllers to automatically adjust watering schedules and reduce water waste. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16n5s3g\" data-start=\"410\" data-end=\"588\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"412\" data-end=\"449\"\u003eWireless long-range communication\u003c\/strong\u003e: 900 MHz bi-directional signal with up to ~1,500 ft line-of-sight range for flexible installation. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"m9b4rk\" data-start=\"589\" data-end=\"760\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"591\" data-end=\"630\"\u003eRain \u0026amp; freeze protection automation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Automatically halts irrigation during rainfall or when temperatures drop to ~37°F (3°C). \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"3w9488\" data-start=\"761\" data-end=\"938\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"763\" data-end=\"792\"\u003eSmart water savings logic\u003c\/strong\u003e: Continuously adjusts irrigation run times based on evapotranspiration (ET) and local weather conditions. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"un6avw\" data-start=\"939\" data-end=\"1098\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"941\" data-end=\"967\"\u003eLow-maintenance design\u003c\/strong\u003e: Protective solar shielding improves temperature accuracy while minimizing cleaning needs. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16ry6p2\" data-start=\"1099\" data-end=\"1257\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1101\" data-end=\"1129\"\u003eInstaller-friendly setup\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pre-paired wireless hub system simplifies installation and reduces commissioning time. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"b5qq6y\" data-start=\"1258\" data-end=\"1388\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1260\" data-end=\"1292\"\u003eCommercial-grade reliability\u003c\/strong\u003e: Built for professional irrigation systems where efficiency, compliance, and automation matter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eQ\u0026amp;A\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:c82bfe54-1869-45fb-b78b-83e741cb0137-8\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:c82bfe54-1869-45fb-b78b-83e741cb0137-8\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:c82bfe54-1869-45fb-b78b-83e741cb0137-8\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-18\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-3 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-conversation-screenshot-content=\"\" class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"108a4780-9b72-44eb-a22b-9cf190d78583\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3-mini\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"214\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"51\"\u003eQ: What is the Zurn Weathermatic SLW5 used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"51\" data-end=\"54\"\u003eA: A wireless on-site weather station that connects to SmartLine® irrigation controllers to automatically adjust watering based on real-time weather conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"216\" data-end=\"436\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"216\" data-end=\"265\"\u003eQ: How does it improve irrigation efficiency?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"265\" data-end=\"268\"\u003eA: It uses evapotranspiration (ET), rainfall, and temperature data to automatically increase or reduce watering schedules, helping prevent overwatering and water waste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"438\" data-end=\"618\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"438\" data-end=\"490\"\u003eQ: Is it compatible with irrigation controllers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"490\" data-end=\"493\"\u003eA: Yes. It is designed specifically for Weathermatic SmartLine® controllers and communicates wirelessly via a 900 MHz system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"620\" data-end=\"826\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"620\" data-end=\"667\"\u003eQ: What weather conditions does it monitor?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"667\" data-end=\"670\"\u003eA: It tracks rainfall, temperature, and freeze conditions, and can pause irrigation during rain or when temperatures drop near freezing (around 37°F \/ 3°C).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"828\" data-end=\"958\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"828\" data-end=\"862\"\u003eQ: What is its wireless range?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"862\" data-end=\"865\"\u003eA: Up to approximately 1,500 ft line-of-sight between the weather station and controller hub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"960\" data-end=\"1094\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"960\" data-end=\"990\"\u003eQ: Does it require wiring?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"990\" data-end=\"993\"\u003eA: No. It is fully wireless and powered by long-life lithium batteries for low-maintenance operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1242\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1135\"\u003eQ: Where is it typically installed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1135\" data-end=\"1138\"\u003eA: Outdoors on a wall, pole, or gutter with open exposure to rainfall and airflow for accurate readings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eMaintenance Tips\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:15d07b9e-85e9-40b7-b286-42d6f6f630d0-18\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003csection 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data-section-id=\"1lfxy6s\" data-start=\"72\" data-end=\"178\"\u003eClean \u003cstrong data-start=\"80\" data-end=\"128\"\u003erain sensor tipping bucket and debris screen\u003c\/strong\u003e regularly to ensure accurate rainfall readings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1p5bx2s\" data-start=\"179\" data-end=\"288\"\u003eInspect \u003cstrong data-start=\"189\" data-end=\"242\"\u003esolar panel (if equipped) and battery compartment\u003c\/strong\u003e for dirt, corrosion, or moisture intrusion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ot7jcd\" data-start=\"289\" data-end=\"396\"\u003eVerify \u003cstrong data-start=\"298\" data-end=\"351\"\u003ewireless signal strength and station connectivity\u003c\/strong\u003e to the irrigation controller periodically.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"nj3v8p\" data-start=\"397\" data-end=\"505\"\u003eCheck mounting hardware for \u003cstrong data-start=\"427\" data-end=\"463\"\u003eloose fittings or weather 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