Simple, Battery-Free Watering Control for Your Garden
Installing your first drip system is incredibly rewarding, but remembering to turn the water off can sometimes be a challenge. The Orbit Single Outlet Wind-Up Timer (62034) is the perfect, economical solution for gardeners who want to safeguard against accidental flooding without investing in a fully automated electronic controller. This mechanical timer attaches directly to your outdoor spigot and operates entirely via a heavy-duty spring mechanism—meaning it requires absolutely zero batteries and no AC power to function.
Operation couldn’t be simpler: just turn the oversized, ergonomic grip handle to your desired watering duration (anywhere from 15 to 120 minutes) and walk away. The timer will slowly wind down and automatically shut off the water flow when the time expires, ensuring the water you are trying to conserve is never left running. Designed with a standard Female Hose Thread (FHT) inlet and Male Hose Thread (MHT) outlet, it seamlessly connects to your garden hose or to a standard hose-threaded irrigation filter and pressure regulator to build a complete drip system head assembly.
- 100% Battery-Free: Operates entirely on a reliable mechanical spring mechanism. You will never need to buy, test, or replace batteries.
- Prevents Water Waste: Acts as a failsafe for your garden. Simply set the time and walk away, knowing the water will automatically shut off.
- Oversized Grip Handle: The large, textured dial is incredibly easy to grip and turn, even when your hands are wet or muddy.
- Universal Hose Threads: Features a standard 3/4″ FHT inlet and 3/4″ MHT outlet for instant compatibility with outdoor spigots and garden hoses.
- Economical Choice: The perfect entry-level timer for new drip irrigation users who don’t want to program complex digital schedules.
Detailed specifications for system planning.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Controller Type | Mechanical Wind-Up Hose Timer |
| Inlet / Outlet Size | 3/4″ Female Hose Thread (FHT) x 3/4″ Male Hose Thread (MHT) |
| Run Time Duration | Up to 120 minutes (2 hours) |
| Operating Pressure | 5 to 120 PSI |
| Maximum Flow Rate | Up to 8 Gallons Per Minute (GPM) |
| Power Source | Manual Spring-Wound (No Batteries Required) |
| Brand | Orbit |
| MPN | 62034 |
Get your mechanical hose timer ready in seconds.
Step 1: Attach to Faucet
Thread the Female Hose Thread (FHT) inlet of the timer directly onto your outdoor hose bibb or spigot. Hand-tighten until secure to prevent leaks.
Step 2: Connect Your System
Attach your garden hose, or your drip irrigation head assembly (filter, pressure regulator, and tubing adapter), to the Male Hose Thread (MHT) outlet on the bottom of the timer.
Step 3: Turn on the Water
Open the valve on your outdoor spigot fully. The timer’s internal valve will keep the water from flowing until you manually engage it.
Step 4: Set the Timer
Grip the oversized dial and turn it clockwise past the 15-minute mark to engage the spring, then set it to your desired watering duration (up to 120 minutes). Water will begin flowing and will automatically shut off when the dial returns to zero.
