PKYDrip Wireless Irrigation Gateway – PKY-EG08

Role in the Irrigation System

PKY-EG08 is a wireless irrigation gateway.
It acts as the master coordination node in a LoRa-based irrigation network.

The gateway does not directly control irrigation logic or pumps.
Its role is to manage LoRa terminal devices and bridge wireless field devices with higher-level control systems.

Where PKY-EG08 Fits

In a modular irrigation system:

• Main Controller
  Handles irrigation logic, zones, schedules, and automation rules

• PKY-EG08 (LoRa Gateway)
  Coordinates LoRa communication and manages wireless terminal devices

• LoRa Valve Controllers / Field Nodes
  Execute valve actions and report status

• Upper-Level Systems
  PLCs, SCADA systems, or cloud platforms connected via RS485 or UART

Each module operates independently while forming a scalable system.

Core Functions

• Acts as the central hub of a LoRa irrigation network
• Manages multiple wireless terminal devices
• Provides long-range communication for distributed fields
• Bridges LoRa field devices with wired control or cloud systems
• Supports both local and remote system architectures

Communication & Integration

PKY-EG08 supports multiple integration methods:

• LoRa
  Long-range wireless communication with terminal devices (up to ~2.5 km in open areas)

• RS485 / UART
  Direct integration with:

  • Main irrigation controllers
  • PLC or SCADA systems
  • Local servers or cloud gateways

This flexibility allows EG08 to be used in both standalone and platform-based solutions.

Typical Applications

• Orchards and plantations where long cable runs are impractical
• Mountain or terraced farms without centralized power infrastructure
• Urban landscaping, parks, roadside greenery, and riverbanks
• Large-area irrigation projects requiring scalable wireless networking

Expandability & System Growth

Start Simple. Upgrade Anytime.

A system can begin with a small number of LoRa devices and expand gradually:

• Add more valve controllers
• Extend coverage area
• Integrate with additional controllers or platforms

The gateway remains the central coordination point as the network grows.

Integration Notes (For Engineers)

• LoRa network topology and capacity depend on project layout
• RS485/UART integration enables flexible upstream system design
• Gateway configuration is aligned with overall system architecture
• Designed for modular irrigation platforms, not single-device operation

Summary

• PKY-EG08 is a LoRa wireless irrigation gateway
• Acts as the network coordination core for LoRa devices
• Bridges field devices with controllers, PLCs, or cloud platforms
• Suitable for large, distributed, and cable-free irrigation projects

Related Solution

• 👉 LoRa Off-Grid Irrigation System