Are you looking for the perfect switch timer for an irrigation pump? The Dutch TechGrow raised the bar in irrigation timing to an entirely new level when they introduced the digital seconds and interval timers for exceptionally reliable, precise and user-friendly switching. In this article, you will learn what these timer switches from the Netherlands can do, and we will also explain the differences between the individual devices.
Right at the beginning, we would like to point out that, especially when considering the used cutting-edge technology and TOP quality construction, TechGrow timer switches are available at a very favourable price. Not to mention that a truly reliable modern timer switch always goes hand in hand with further energy savings.
TechGrow Seconds and Interval Timer
This device is the cheapest one out of the three digital timers by TechGrow, ideal for effective water distribution. It stands out among other timers mainly because of the built-in light sensor. What are its benefits?
- You can choose whether you want to use the timer only during the day, only at nighttime or continuously for 24 hours. That’s three basic modes right off the bat.
- You can turn the sensor on/off effortlessly.
- Once you turn the light sensor off, the timer switch keeps automatically repeating the pre-set on/off cycle indefinitely.
This digital timer switch supports a considerable number of settings for the required switching intervals and follows them with exceptional accuracy. This feature is invaluable for e. g. timing irrigation pumps.
The number of switching moments isn’t limited in any way. The intervals during which the timer is off or on have the following range:
- The on period has a range of 1 - 340 seconds
- The off period is adjustable in intervals of 1 - 340 minutes
Because of this, you can simply and efficiently set the ideal intervals for switching on and off. For example, you can pre-set the timer to turn the connected device on for 120 seconds and off for 100 minutes.
The Seconds and Interval Timer has a 6A safety fuse. Users also appreciate the practical LCD, which displays an immediate overview of the current status of the timer. The LED light indicates if the timer is active or not.
Down to the second! That’s how precisely this professional timer switch can turn off and on various grow equipment like circulation pumps, inline ventilators, grow tent circulation fans and high-performance artificial grow lights.
Just like the previous product, this timer also has an LED which indicates activity. The clear LCD is, however, twice as wide so the user can comfortably and fully use the extensive menu, which allows programming the switching moments on a weekly, daily, weekend or half-a-week basis. After the specified period ends, the cycle continuously repeats until you set up a new program. This innovative digital controller allows the user to set up to 50 switching moments in total. In practice, the device can automatically turn on 25 times and off 25 times.
In the beginning, we mentioned an important aspect of (not only) indoor plant growing, which is the economical operation of mutually cooperating (cultivation) technology. The display backlight turns off after a minute for this very reason.
Besides its reliability, precision and variability of the different mode settings, this digital timer switch also impressed us with its intuitive controls, which are convenient for the enthusiastic rookie and appreciated by the experienced user. All you need to do is press a single button and turn a knob. The smart software takes care of everything else.
It’s necessary to pinpoint the extremely heavy-duty relay with an above-standard capacity of 10A. For that matter, that’s the very reason why this timer switch handles even high-performance electronics like LED lights without a problem.
The TechGrow Seconds Timer PRO come with a spare 10A fuse exchangeable in the blink of an eye.
Like the other devices, the Interval Timer PRO by TechGrow has a premium heavy-duty relay allowing it to control electronics with an electric current of up to 10 Amperes.
The LCD is the same size as in the Seconds Timer PRO. You can also expect simple controls and installation in the style of Plug & Play.
The most outstanding particularity of this TechGrow timer is the mode of interval programs, which bring the users punctual switching in a variety of patterns:
- seconds / seconds
- seconds / minutes
- seconds / hours
- minutes / seconds
- minutes / minutes
- minutes / hours
- hours / hours
- hours / minutes
- hours / seconds
Quite variable, wouldn’t you say? Another specific characteristic of this device is the option to operate only on the basis of daylight detection using the built-in light sensor. Just as with the Seconds Interval Timer, it depends only on the user if they let the digital timer operate at night or if it should run only during the daytime. If you want to allow it to run continuously and indefinitely, there’s nothing easier than simply turning the sensor off. Just like the first one, this timer has the benefit of three additional modes.
Finally, we should describe the range of setting the turn on/off time. It’s no rocket science. The on time can be, just as the off time, set on a scale from 1 to 99. Afterwards, you just have to specify if the number expresses seconds, minutes or hours.
TechGrow timer switches are long-expected additions to our selection. We hope this article helped you get basic information and learn the differences between the individual timer switches from the Netherlands.
If you have questions or need help picking a timer appropriate for your growing setup, write us an e-mail. We’re looking forward to any questions you might have at info@higarden.eu.
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