Product Overview
The Toro RXC4-MOD is a 4-station expansion module designed for compatible Toro RXC Series irrigation controllers. This plug-in module adds four additional conventional irrigation zones, allowing an RXC controller to grow with the landscape without replacing the base controller. The RXC Series starts with a 6-station base controller and expands in 4-station modules up to 22 total stations, making the RXC4-MOD a practical add-on for residential and light commercial irrigation systems that need more zone capacity.
Key Features:
- Adds 4 Stations: Expands a compatible Toro RXC controller by four additional irrigation zones.
- RXC Series Compatibility: Designed for Toro RXC Series modular irrigation controllers.
- Scalable Irrigation Control: Helps expand RXC controllers from the 6-station base configuration up to 22 total stations.
- Modular Design: Allows contractors and homeowners to add zones as the landscape grows.
- Conventional Station Expansion: Adds standard controller station outputs for conventional sprinkler valve wiring.
- Contractor-Friendly Upgrade: Helps avoid replacing the full controller when only additional zones are needed.
- Works with RXC Platform Features: Added stations operate as part of the RXC controller’s scheduling, seasonal adjust, grow-in, rain delay, and manual operation features.
- Ideal for System Additions: Useful when adding lawn zones, drip zones, planting beds, side yards, pool landscaping, or future irrigation expansions.
Technical Specifications:
- Model: RXC4-MOD
- Product Type: Irrigation Controller Expansion Module
- Brand: Toro
- Series: RXC Series
- Station Expansion: Adds 4 stations
- Compatible Controller Platform: Toro RXC Series Controllers
- Controller Expansion Range: RXC Series expands from 6 stations up to 22 stations with 4-station modules
- Controller Type: Conventional irrigation controller expansion module
- Standalone Controller: No; requires a compatible Toro RXC base controller
- Use Case: Adds irrigation zones to compatible RXC controllers
Compatible Controllers & Related RXC Accessories:
- RXC6: Toro RXC 6-station indoor/outdoor base controller.
- RXC6-WIFI: Toro RXC 6-station indoor/outdoor base controller with Wi-Fi.
- RXC-WIFI: Optional Wi-Fi module for compatible non-Wi-Fi RXC controllers.
- RXC-FLOW: Optional flow module for compatible Toro and Irritrol flow sensor monitoring.
- Rain Sensors: RXC controllers support compatible rain sensor accessories.
- Flow Sensors: Flow monitoring requires RXC-FLOW module and compatible Toro or Irritrol flow sensor.
Package Includes:
- RXC4-MOD Expansion Module: 4-station expansion module for compatible Toro RXC Series controllers.
- Controller Not Included: RXC base controller is sold separately.
- Field Wiring Not Included: Valve wire, waterproof wire connectors, conduit, anchors, and installation supplies are sold separately.
- Manuals & Guides: Follow Toro’s RXC controller installation instructions for module installation, station wiring, programming, testing, and service.
Applications:
- Residential Irrigation Expansion: Adds four additional zones for lawns, planting beds, side yards, and landscape additions.
- RXC Controller Upgrades: Expands a compatible RXC controller without replacing the entire controller.
- Growing Landscapes: Useful when adding new turf areas, drip irrigation, outdoor living areas, pool landscaping, or new planting zones.
- Contractor Installations: Helps irrigation professionals build scalable systems that can be expanded as property needs change.
- Light Commercial Irrigation: Adds station capacity for small commercial landscapes, HOA common areas, office landscapes, and managed properties where RXC controllers are used.
- Retrofit Projects: Useful when an existing RXC controller needs more stations due to zone additions or redesigned irrigation layouts.
Installation & Use Notes:
- Not a Standalone Controller: The RXC4-MOD is an expansion module only. It must be installed in a compatible Toro RXC Series controller.
- Confirm Compatibility: Verify the controller model, available module slots, current station count, and planned total station count before purchasing.
- Maximum Station Count: Toro lists the RXC Series as expandable up to 22 stations. Do not exceed the controller’s maximum supported station count.
- Disconnect Power: Turn off and disconnect controller power before installing or removing expansion modules.
- Professional Installation Recommended: Irrigation controller wiring should be performed by a qualified installer when electrical, field wiring, or code requirements are unclear.
- Valve Wiring: Connect added station valves according to Toro’s RXC controller instructions and use waterproof wire connectors for outdoor field splices.
- Programming Required: After installation, assign the new stations to the correct programs, start times, run times, water days, seasonal adjust, and sensor settings.
- Test Added Zones: Manually test each new station after installation to confirm correct valve operation and zone labeling.
- Sensor Settings: Rain sensor, flow sensor, and Wi-Fi/Oasis features are controller-level functions and may require separate accessories or setup.
- Service Safety: Keep the controller cabinet dry and protected while working inside the enclosure. Replace covers and secure the cabinet after installation.
- Prop 65: Review manufacturer warnings and labels before installation and use.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Toro RXC4-MOD?
The Toro RXC4-MOD is a 4-station expansion module for compatible Toro RXC Series irrigation controllers.
How many stations does the RXC4-MOD add?
The RXC4-MOD adds four additional irrigation stations to a compatible RXC controller.
Is the RXC4-MOD a standalone sprinkler controller?
No. The RXC4-MOD is an expansion module only and must be installed in a compatible Toro RXC Series controller.
Which controllers is it compatible with?
The RXC4-MOD is designed for Toro RXC Series controllers, including RXC6 and RXC6-WIFI configurations when expansion capacity is available.
How many stations can the RXC Series expand to?
Toro states that RXC controllers start with a 6-station base and expand in 4-station modules up to 22 total stations.
Can I use more than one RXC4-MOD module?
Yes, when the controller has available expansion capacity. Do not exceed the RXC controller’s maximum supported 22-station configuration.
Does this module add Wi-Fi?
No. RXC4-MOD only adds four stations. Wi-Fi requires the RXC-WIFI module or an RXC-WIFI controller model.
Does this module add flow monitoring?
No. Flow monitoring requires the RXC-FLOW module and a compatible Toro or Irritrol flow sensor.
Does the controller need to be reprogrammed after adding the module?
Yes. After installing the module and wiring new valves, the added stations should be assigned to the correct programs, run times, start times, water days, and sensor settings.
What should be checked before ordering?
Confirm that the existing controller is a Toro RXC Series controller, that it has available expansion capacity, and that the planned system will not exceed 22 total stations.
Why We Like It:
The Toro RXC4-MOD is the simple add-on customers need when an RXC irrigation controller needs more zones. It adds four stations without replacing the base controller, supports the RXC platform’s modular growth up to 22 stations, and gives contractors an easy way to build expandable irrigation systems for lawns, planting beds, drip zones, and future landscape additions.