Convenient Garden PVC hose

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 Content :

1pce PVC 15 meter hose
1pce Plastic hose nozzle  #P-377 (multi-function spray patterns) 
                                                  or  #P-383      (adjustable nozzle)

                                or  #PC-20-1   (twist nozzle)

1pce Plastic Connector without STOP
1pce Plastic Connector with STOP

1pce 1” tap adaptor

1pce 1” to 3/4” reducer

1pce 3/4” male tap adaptor

How To Install a Simple Drip Irrigation System

Drip irrigation doesn't just save water (and the money you pay for that water), it also saves time.

Here's How:

1.      Start with a small drip irrigation project: A vegetable garden laid out in rows or Shrubs around your house foundation can be watered efficiently with drip irrigation.

2.      Determine a water source: Any outdoor faucet can be used for an automatic drip irrigation system, provided you attach a Y-shaped valve hose connector as our PC-17 PLASTIC HOSE CONNECTOR WITH DUAL SHUT-OFF.

            Put it on upside down, so that the bottom of the "Y" attaches to the faucet. Attach one arm to the garden hose that will deliver water to the drip irrigation system. The other arm can be attached to an auxiliary garden hose for other watering needs.

3.    Start measuring: Draw a garden plan, showing the plants you want to water and how far apart they are. How much of hose length you need for your garden, you can also attach soaker hose for your little plant. Please see attached picture as our explanation.

         

     

4.    Gather your gear: You'll need a battery-operated timer for your drip irrigation system, which can be set like a clock to automate watering times. A pressure regulator / backflow valve is essential to prevent the drip irrigation water from backing up and ruining your household plumbing. Hose adaptors help, as do optional items such as a filter to keep rust and dirt out of the drip irrigation line and a fertilizer injector. Here attached are the pictures of attaching a WT-067 water timer with your garden tap, then to connect with PC-17 or PC-17 Hose Connector with Dual shut-off, then attached 3/4" or 1/2" Hose connector to connect hose or soaker hose as the figures as below:

   

    

5.   Assemble the drip irrigation lines first: Lay the hoses out in the sun to soften the plastic, so it's easier to work with. Cut the 1/4" hoses with scissors, and push the ends into the connectors to extend the lines toward your plants.

     

     

6.      Connect the flow from the faucet: Connect the remaining equipment from the tap in this order: Y-connector, timer, how connector, hose-thread adaptor, garden hose, soaker hose, sprinkler, and drip irrigation line. Your water supply is now linked to your drip irrigation system line. There are options of equipment for you to connect with, in accordance with your requirement. Please see the example as below figure:

     

7.      Test the drip irrigation system: Toggle the switch on the Y-shaped connector so water will run from the tap to your drip irrigation system. Set the timer on manual, and then set it to On. Turn on the tap. If you've done this correctly, you'll see the sprinkler start to spout like water dance. The other side of soaker hose will be properly drip water out to water your little lovely plant.

8.      Check for leaks: When you're satisfied with the water flow, turn the timer off but leave the tap turned on. You should hear the water stop running. This is the time to ensure there are no leaks between the tap and the other equipment. If there is leakage, you are probably using the wrong adaptor -–

9.      Set your automatic drip irrigation timer: Twenty minutes once a day is usually enough. Experiment with different amounts of watering time until you’re satisfied your plants are receiving adequate moisture.

 

Quick Connectors for Garden Hose

Do you get tired of screwing garden hoses onto spigots and then screwing nozzles or sprinklers onto the other end of the hose?

Figure 1. Male and female quick connectors for garden hose. Figure 2. Female connectors installed on garden hose

Some of the hose quick connectors now available can make the job much easier (Figure 1). These quick connectors come in pairs. One is threaded onto each end of your hose. Matching connectors are then threaded onto your spigot(s) and each nozzle, sprinkler or other hose-end attachment. Then, all you have to do to make a connection is to push one component into the other until it snaps.
Releasing the connectors is almost as easy. You just pull back the collar or push two buttons on the female portion and the male portion is released (Figure 2).

Material
Hose quick connectors are available in either brass or plastic. Obviously, the brass connectors are stronger and will last longer. They also cost considerably more. If you use plastic connectors, plan to replace them every year or two since they will deteriorate in sunlight and then break.

Orientation
Hose connectors are available in four orientations: male hose to male quick connector, male hose to female quick connector, female hose to female quick connector, and female hose to male quick connector. Decide on one type, and use it consistently. In other words, if you want a female hose to male quick connector on your spigot, you will need your other component to be male hose to female quick connector. Be alert when purchasing components! You may find them mixed up in a bin at your local home or garden center.

Interchangeability
Some brands of plastic connectors are somewhat interchangeable, although the connectors work more smoothly if you stick with one brand.

Maintenance
You will probably need to replace the hose washers in the female hose end and the O-rings on the male quick connector ends about once a year. If you don’t do this, the rubber will get hard and cracked, and the connectors will leak. Repair kits are available where you buy the connectors, or you can just buy hose washers and O-rings in bulk.

Pros and Cons
Convenience and speed are the major advantages. These connectors really are handy and save you time and effort. The major disadvantage is flow restriction. The connectors have an inside diameter of only about 3/8 inch. This causes a significant flow restriction when used on the typical 5/8-inch garden hose.

Reference: http://www.lsuagcenter.com/en/lawn_garden/home_gardening/equipment/irrigation/Quick+Connectors+for+Garden+Hose.htm