Orbit 58872N Complete Yard Watering Kit

by Orbit

• Orbit complete yard watering kit turns your hose faucet into a 4-station sprinkler system
• No digging is required to easily install this watering system
• Easily connects to a standard hose faucet
• Easy to program single dial timer controls
• The timer requires 2 AA batteries to operate (not included)

Product Details

• Item Weight: 3 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B003LY4I28
• Item model number: 58872N
• Average Customer Review: 3.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (75 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #435 in Patio, Lawn & Garden (See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden)
  • #5 in Patio, Lawn & Garden > Gardening > Watering Equipment > Hose Timers

Product Description

The Orbit complete water yard kit turns your hose faucet into a 4-station sprinkler system. No digging is required to install this watering system. Connects directly to a standard hose faucet to provide 4 hose outlets with 4 independent controls.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

80 of 80 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Backyard Magic March 5, 2011

By Juan Rivas

I always wanted to have a sprinkler system that did not require too much of my time. I priced a system for my yard and it required several thousands of dollars to achieve it, not to mention the complicated setup for times and sections.

I picked up two Orbit 58872N sets and a handful of extra valves last year, one set for the front yard and one for the back yard, four sections/valves each. Today I write a review as a very satisfied customer. The devices work great, timers and settings work perfectly well and accurate. These timers were easy to install and after installing a basic sprinklers system pattern around my yard, it took me about ten minutes to setup each into four individual sections/valves, each section/valve with different watering times.

All-in-all, these devices are worth a fraction of professional installed systems and work just as well. Give it a try before you spend the big bucks...

p.s. ensure they are disconnected during the cold season, I lost one valve.

63 of 65 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars Decent functionality, as long as it stays dry March 17, 2011

By D. Elston

The design is nice as you can expand to more than 1-2 zones. It also provides the ability to attach hose without having to take the whole thing off the faucet.

I've not been able to figure out if it is possible to set different zones so that say Zone A runs everyday, for 10 minutes at 5am, while zone B runs every other day for 8 minutes at 5:30 am. I can get it so they both run either every day, or every other day, but it doesn't seem to be able to separate the daily frequencies.

Unfortunately, I've already been through 2 of these so far, and have now resulted to keeping it surrounded in a ziploc bag. The reason is to keep the water from either rain or the sprinklers themselves from seeping into the poorly sealed battery compartment. This thing was full of water by the end of the season even though there is no water flowing through the electronic compartment. Orbit needs to address this as it makes an otherwise B+ compenent into a C- or a D.

41 of 45 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Here are a few 'ideas' or 'suggestions' for you to consider. August 16, 2011

By Clifford J. Phillips

The new product is similar to the old model. I have been using the old model for a few years now. Seriously - about 5-6 years all told.

I spent more than most of you might, due to my setup, which I will explain further below.

I also bought multiple valves, more than one timer, new rubber washers, additional hoses, quick connect sets Orbit Brass Hose Quick Connect Set 58117 and some assorted plumbing items. All told - approximately $200+, but still way cheaper than an underground system.

I took a piece of plywood and mounted the controllers to it, mounted the manifolds to it and then pieced together my piping parts (1/2" galvanized) to put together a 'system'. I also connected a device that absorbs the pressure when the vales shut off to avoid the hammer effect.

The system starts at the faucet with the hammer stopper, then runs through a small (2-3') of hose, which connects to my piping solution mounted on the plywood. The connection then splits off 3 times.

The 1st split goes to a ball valve which ends in a 'Y' connector to two faucet ends, which have quick connects on them. this allows me to use a spare garden hose for whatever purpose I might need - washing the car, the sidewalk, filling the pool, or spraying my kids :-) as the mood strikes.

The 2nd split runs to a ball valve and a manifold, which ends in the actual water vales, which then end in quick connectors as well. This makes hooking things up much easier - oh, use the metal ones. I then connect the hoses to these, then plug them into the controller, which is mounted on this same piece of wood.

The 3rd split runs to a different set much like the 2nd. This is used for a different portion of the lawn, that requires a different watering style and arrangement.

If one wanted to, one could just utilize more controllers based on how many different styles of watering patterns one needs. The costs are much cheaper than a whole in-ground system, and the fixing of the leaks or failure to function is really pretty simple, at least in my opinion.

If anyone want to see the setup I use, I would be glad to send a picture, just ask.

I also have a bit of a leak with a couple of valves, but the vales are a bit old, and were not brought in in time.

Also, the board I use to mount everything on is also screwed to mounting brackets connected to my house, but this allows me to just drain the pipes then unhook everything, disconnect it then put it in my garage for next year, as it freezes here.

If I have left anything, you may wish to know, out please ask.

(edited 9/4/2012)***NOTE***PLEASE***READ*** Be aware please, that my personal setup is comprised of the older version of this same sort of product. It is the older White colored version, so please note this detail. I simply hope that you can use my suggestions to stimulate you to create your own version of a system at a cost beneficial price.

Further, please read the posts/comments that follow as I have replied with other helpful information therein. Also my electronic postal address is as follows:

Best Regards,
C.J. Phillips