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BABA-compliant irrigation for federally funded projects
Calsense CS3000 controllers qualify for projects funded under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. Trusted by cities, parks departments, school districts, and other public agencies.
Assembled in Carlsbad, CA · Compliance letter available
BABA requirements
Manufactured in the U.S.
CS3000 controllers and enclosures are assembled in Carlsbad, CA.
Over 55% U.S. component cost
Meets the domestic content threshold for manufactured products.
U.S. iron and steel
Including coatings, for listed enclosures and pedestals.
Compliant products
BABA-compliant Calsense products
Download the BABA Compliance Guide (PDF) to share with your team.
Controllers
| Stations | Pedestal | Wall-mount |
|---|---|---|
| 8 | CS3-8-S | CS3-8-WM |
| 16 | CS3-16-S | CS3-16-WM |
| 24 | CS3-24-S | CS3-24-WM |
| 32 | CS3-32-S | CS3-32-WM |
| 40 | CS3-40-S | CS3-40-WM |
| 48 | CS3-48-S | CS3-48-WM |
| 2-Wire | CS3-2W-S | CS3-2W-WM |
Dual-controller pedestal
| Conventional | CS3-8-SD, CS3-8-SD-SINGLE |
| 2-Wire | CS3-2W-SD, CS3-2W-SD-SINGLE |
| Mixed | CS3-8-2W-SD |
StrongBox retrofit kit
| Conventional | CS3-8-[enclosure]-RETRO |
| 2-Wire | CS3-2W-[enclosure]-RETRO |
Communication add-ons
Compliant when factory-installed on a listed controller.
| CS3-GR-KIT | Cellular (4G LTE) |
| CS3-EN | Ethernet |
| CS3-WEN-KIT | Wi-Fi |
| CS3-SR-KIT | 900 MHz radio |
| CS3-M-KIT | Hardwire, wall-mount |
| CS3-MSSE-KIT | Hardwire, pedestal |
Sensors
| CS-2W-MOIST | Soil moisture |
| FM 1.5–3 | PVC flow |
| FM 1B–2B | Bronze flow |
| FMBX | Insertion flow |
| UFS 1 / 1.5 / 2 | Ultrasonic flow |
Retrofit kits fit: LD-16S, LD-16SW, LD-18SW, SB-16SS, SB-16SSW, SB-18SS, SB-18SSW, SB-18DSS, SB-24SS, SB-24SSW, SB-24DSS, SB-36SS, SB-36SSW
Also covered: antenna-hole variants (e.g., -S1, -SD2, -WM1), upgrade kits, and replacement enclosures for listed models.
How it works
From quote to field in three easy steps
- Tell us about your project. Scope, funding source, and what you need.
- We confirm compliance. Your rep matches a BABA-compliant product list to your quote.
- Get your documentation. Manufacturer certification letter, warranty terms, and datasheets.
FAQs
BABA compliance FAQs
Does every accessory qualify?
Only the products listed above. Communication add-ons must be factory-installed on a listed controller.
What's the difference between BABA, Buy American, and "Made in USA"?
BABA applies to federally funded infrastructure and sets domestic preference rules for manufactured products, iron/steel, and construction materials. The Buy American Act (BAA) is a separate federal rule with different thresholds. "Made in USA" and state origin claims are marketing standards, not procurement rules. Ask us which applies to your project.
What if my project needs a waiver?
Talk to us early. We'll help you confirm what's covered so you can plan before you bid.
Our BABA products are available today
Contact your Calsense rep. We'll confirm compliance for your project.
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