Signal SD-WF Plug-In WiFi Module for SDS Two-Wire Irrigation Controllers – Local Network Connection
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The Signal SD-WF Plug-In WiFi Module is a compact communications accessory designed to connect Signal SDS Series Two-Wire Irrigation Controllers to an existing local wireless network. Installed directly through the controller’s serial interface, the SD-WF enables compatible SDS controllers to communicate with SignalCloud™ for browser-based central control and with the SDS-LINK mobile app for remote irrigation management. It is a practical, low-cost connectivity option for sites with strong and reliable 2.4 GHz WiFi coverage, providing remote programming, flow alerts, and live system monitoring without requiring a SIM card or mobile data plan.
Suitable Applications
- Signal SDS irrigation systems with reliable local WiFi coverage
- Commercial landscape irrigation systems
- Agricultural and horticultural irrigation sites
- Sports fields and turf irrigation installations
- Schools, campuses, and managed estates
- Sites requiring SignalCloud™ remote access without a mobile data plan
- Indoor or accessible controller installations with strong wireless signal
- Remote programming and irrigation monitoring through SDS-LINK
- Systems requiring flow alerts and live controller status reporting
Key Specifications
| Product Name | Signal SD-WF Plug-In WiFi Module |
| Model | SD-WF |
| Product Type | Plug-In WiFi Communications Module for SDS Irrigation Controllers |
| Connectivity | Local 2.4 GHz WiFi Network |
| Controller Interface | Serial Port Connection |
| Compatible Controllers | Signal SDS-50 and SDS-100 |
| Cloud Platform | SignalCloud™ |
| Mobile App | SDS-LINK for iOS and Android |
| Remote Functions | Programming, Monitoring, Flow Alerts, and Live System Status |
| Power Supply | Powered through the SDS Controller Interface |
| SIM Card Required | No |
| Mobile Data Plan Required | No |
| WiFi Requirement | Strong and Reliable Local 2.4 GHz Wireless Signal |
| Suitable Enclosure Type | Non-Metallic or Locations Where WiFi Signal is Not Shielded |
| Metal Cabinet Compatibility | Not Recommended Due to Wireless Signal Interference |
| Alternative Connectivity for Shielded Enclosures | Signal SD-MD 4G Modem or Compatible Ethernet Kit |
Features
- Simple plug-in installation through the SDS controller’s serial port
- Connects compatible SDS controllers to an existing 2.4 GHz WiFi network
- Enables access to SignalCloud™ for web-based central irrigation management
- Works with the SDS-LINK mobile app on compatible iOS and Android devices
- Allows remote irrigation programming and schedule adjustments
- Supports live controller and system monitoring
- Allows compatible flow alerts and system notifications to be viewed remotely
- Uses the site’s existing WiFi network, eliminating the need for a SIM card
- No separate mobile data subscription is required
- Powered directly through the SDS controller interface
- Designed for locations with strong and stable wireless coverage
- Provides a cost-effective communications option for connected SDS installations
Installation Considerations
- A strong and reliable 2.4 GHz WiFi signal should be available at the controller location before installation.
- The SD-WF should not be installed where a metal electrical enclosure significantly blocks or weakens the wireless signal.
- For controllers installed inside metal cabinets or other shielded environments, a Signal SD-MD 4G modem or compatible Ethernet connection should be considered instead.
- Local network availability, wireless signal strength, and internet access should be confirmed before commissioning SignalCloud™ remote services.