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Irritrol MC-48E MC-E 48‑station commercial irrigation controller in lockable blue steel cabinet, front panel showing station layout and wiring access.

Irritrol MC-48E MC-E 48-Station Commercial Controller

Brand: Irritrol
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$5,769.58
$5,048.38
SKU MC-48E

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Professional-grade commercial irrigation controller designed for large landscapes, sports fields, and municipal sites. The Irritrol MC-48E MC‑E provides robust, vandal-resistant operation in a lockable steel cabinet plus advanced scheduling and flow diagnostics to protect water use and system integrity.

  • Commercial ruggedness: Lockable, vandal‑proof steel cabinet with weather‑resistant construction for indoor or outdoor installation.
  • Flexible scheduling: Eight independent programs, daily/odd/even date options, and interval scheduling up to 60 days for complex site requirements.
  • Advanced water management: Built‑in flow monitoring with diagnostics and three alarm types to detect high or unscheduled flow and help prevent water waste.
  • Expandable capacity: 48‑station model supports projects from small to very large; models available from 4 to 48 stations.
  • Power & outputs: 120 VAC input; 24 VAC transformer output (50 VA); max 24 VAC, 1.24 A per station; max valves output 1.68 A.
  • Precise run times & water budget: Station run times from 0–59 seconds (1 sec increments) and 1 minute–9:59 hours (1 min increments); global water budget 0–255% in 1% steps.
  • Climate Logic compatible: Works with Irritrol CLIMATE LOGIC® wireless weather sensing to automatically adjust schedules by local weather.

Dimensions for 18–48 station models: 12" H x 14 1/4" W x 4 3/4" D. Includes program looping, program stacking, manual and automatic start options, pump/master valve control, and permanent memory to retain time and settings. Optional accessories include wireless weather sensors, SMRT Logic gateway, pedestals (P‑6B for 18–48 models), and PVC‑TEE flow sensors. A 5‑year warranty is provided by the manufacturer. Downloadable Sell Sheet, User Guide and Programming Guide are available for specification, installation, and programming details.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the physical dimensions of the MC-48E controller?
The 18–48 station MC‑E cabinet measures 12" H x 14 1/4" W x 4 3/4" D. Pedestal mounting uses the P‑6B for 18–48 models.
Does the MC-48E support weather‑based scheduling?
Yes. The MC‑E is compatible with Irritrol’s CLIMATE LOGIC® wireless weather sensing system to adjust schedules automatically.
What are the electrical requirements and output limits?
Requires 120 VAC input; transformer provides 24 VAC at 50 VA. Max output per station is 24 VAC, 1.24 A; total valve output up to 1.68 A.
How does flow monitoring protect my irrigation system?
Built‑in flow monitoring detects high or unscheduled flow and raises alarms; diagnostics can identify and isolate problematic stations to prevent damage.