Decoder Cable Switch Device (DCSD)TM
Patent Pending
Quick-disconnect Splitter – Splits the incoming signal from the central computer into two
(part# 270DCSD) or three (part# 270DCSD3) directions. See wiring schematics below. By
simply flipping a switch, the decoder cables can be disconnected in order to isolate sections
of the system while troubleshooting. No need to cut and re-splice wires.
Water Tight - Installed in valve boxes for ease of access. See installation detail below.
O-Ring Seal – Provides a waterproof capsule. Cap is unscrewed to access the switches.
ACME Threads – Minimizes binding of threads due to soil.
36” Leads – Allows the assembly to be brought above grade when accessing the switches
for troubleshooting.
Technical Data:
Body Assembly Dimensions
Wire Leads, 36” long
Toggle Switch Rating
Diameter: 2-3/16”, Height: 3-1/16” for 270DCSD
Diameter: 2-3/8”, Height: 3-1/4” for 270DCSD3
3-Pairs for 270DCSD and 4-pairs for 270DCSD3, 18AWG
stranded, Stripped and retained
5 Amps @ 125VAC or 28VDC, Double Pole Single Throw
Typical Specifications:
The Paige electric DCSD (Part# 270DCSD for 2-way split and 270DCSD3 for 3-way split)
shall be installed at strategic locations of a decoder system such that it can isolate certain
sections of cables for purposes of troubleshooting. The DCSD shall be installed inside an
irrigation valve box as per installation detail. The splices for all connections shall be made
using a 3M model DBY-6 or DBR-6 (Paige Electric Part numbers 270337 and 270338,
respectively.)
Installation Detail: The following installation detail can be downloaded in AutoCAD format
from www.paigewire.com
PAIGE ELECTRIC (DCSD)
DECODER CABLE SWITCH DEVICE
TOGGLE SWITCHES ISOLATING
OUTGOING CABLES
3M DBY-6 OR DBR-6
DIRECT BURIAL
SPLICE KITS
(TYPICAL)
OU
TG
OI
NG
OU
TG
OI
NG
INCO
MIN
GCA
BL
E(R
ED
)
CA
BL
E1
OUTGOING DECODER CABLES
CA
BL
E2
(R
ED
)
)
CK
LA
E(B
BL
GCA
MIN
INCO
NG
OI
TG
OU
(R
ED
)
E1
BL
CA
)
CK
(BLA
)
CK
LA
(B
E2
BL
CA
NG
OI
TG
OU
DECODER CABLE FROM DIRECTION OF
CENTRAL EQUIPMENT LOCATION.
_
__
:___
:___
TO
AW
DR
mA
mA
TO
:___
__
_
DR
AW
:___
LABEL FOR DOCUMENTING
NORMAL CURRENT DRAW
24" MINIMUM
FROM
:____
__
mA
DR
AW
:___
FINISH GRADE
NOTES:
1. INSTALL DECODER CABLE SWITCH DEVICE (DCSD) BETWEEN CABLE FROM
CENTRAL AND TWO OUTGOING CABLES.
2. AT ALL SPLICE LOCATIONS, PROVIDE SUFFICIENT SLACK TO ALLOW THE
SPLICE TO BE RAISED A MINIMUM OF 24" (IN.) ABOVE GRADE
3. DECODER CABLE SHALL HAVE A MINIMUM OF 24" (IN.) OF COVER.
10" ROUND VALVE BOX WITH GRAY LID
4. CLEARLY MARK ON TAG WHERE SUPPLY CABLE ORIGINATES FROM
(EX: FROM 8th HOLE) AND EACH OUTGOING CABLE GOES TO (EX: TO 10th GREEN)
IN AN OUTWARD BOUND DIRECTION FROM THE CENTRAL EQUIPMENT LOCATION.
5. CLEARLY MARK THE MILLIAMP DRAW FOR EACH LEG OF CABLE BASED ON THE
NUMBER OF DECODERS "DOWNSTREAM" FROM THAT POINT.
3" GRAVEL
(IF REQUIRED)
6" PVC SLEEVE
(IF REQUIRED)
NOT TO SCALE
Wiring Schematics:
Red
Red
Red
s1
IN
Black
s1
OUT1
Black
OUT1
Black
Red
Red
s1
IN
Black
OUT2
Black
Red
Red
s2
OUT2
s2
Black
OUT3
Black
270DCSD
270DCSD3
CONTACT INFORMATION:
LOCATION
PHONE
1160 Springfield Rd, Union, NJ 07083
(800) 327-2443
14538 So. Garfield Ave., Paramount, CA 90723
(800) 228-7137
2683 W. Lake Van Ness Circle, Fresno, CA 93711 (559) 431-2346
www.paigewire.com
1/26/04
FAX
(908) 687-2722
(562) 633-9532
(559) 431-2574