Running control wire between a pump, tank, lift station, or other remote equipment can be expensive and difficult—especially when trenching, conduit, road crossings, or long wire runs are involved.
RCT wireless pump control systems provide a dependable alternative by transmitting control signals wirelessly between remote equipment. From simple float-switch pump control to more advanced monitoring and automation, RCT systems are used in municipal, agricultural, and industrial applications.
Control Your Pump From up to 5 Miles Away!
Benefits of Automated Wireless Pump Controls
- Eliminate costly control wire — Avoid trenching, conduit, and long runs of copper control wire between equipment locations.
- Reduce installation time — Wireless systems can often be installed much faster than conventional hardwired control systems.
- Avoid wire-related failures — Eliminate problems caused by damaged conduit, broken wires, rodents, corrosion, and copper theft.
- Built for remote locations — Designed for pump houses, lift stations, storage tanks, wells, and other industrial or outdoor applications.
- Long-range communication — RCT systems are available for applications requiring communication distances of up to 5 miles.*
Stationary Wireless Systems for Pump Control
RCT offers several stationary wireless control options depending on the distance, equipment, and control requirements of the application.
Short Range 154 MHz Systems — Dependable wireless switching for applications where the transmitter and receiver are located relatively close together.
Compact Short Range 900 MHz Systems — Compact wireless control for straightforward applications where running control wire is difficult or impractical.
Medium / Long Range Systems — Designed for pump control and monitoring applications requiring communication over greater distances.
Advanced Systems — Provides additional I/O capabilities for applications requiring multiple control signals, monitoring, or more advanced system functionality.
Features and Operations:
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- Connect a dry contact (e.g. float switch, or other mechanical switch) at your storage tank to the transmitter.
- Connect a 12 VDC Relay to the 12 VDC output on the receiver and to your pump starter.
- Apply 110 VAC to 240 VAC single-phase power to the power supply (included with most systems).
- Systems are available for Short (Under 1/2 Mile), Medium (Under 2 Miles) and Long (Over 2 Miles) Ranges.
- Multi-channel systems can be used for locations with multiple pumps and/or tanks.
- For locations without a power source use one of our turnkey solar panel kits.
- Backed by a 1-year performance guarantee.
Frequently Asked Questions:
How far can an RCT wireless pump control system transmit?
RCT offers wireless control systems for a variety of distances, from short-range applications to systems capable of communicating up to 5 miles.* Actual range depends on the system selected, terrain, antenna installation, and site conditions.
Do RCT wireless pump control systems require an FCC license?
No. RCT wireless pump control systems operate in license-free frequency bands and do not require the end user to obtain an FCC radio license.
Can one wireless system control multiple pumps or tanks?
Yes. Depending on the system selected, RCT can provide multiple inputs and outputs for applications involving multiple pumps, tanks, alarms, or other equipment.
Can RCT systems operate at locations without utility power?
Yes. Solar-powered options are available for remote locations where conventional AC power is not available.
How does a typical wireless pump control system work?
A switch or sensor at the remote location connects to the wireless transmitter. When a control condition occurs, the transmitter sends a wireless signal to the receiver, which operates the appropriate relay or control circuit at the pump. This eliminates the need for control wire between the two locations.