Swing pipes connect pop-up sprinkler heads to underground piping in irrigation systems. Made of flexible polyethylene, they allow movement of the sprayer head and can handle up to 10 gallons per minute. They are easy to install with barbed fittings and can be used in limited spaces. They prevent costly repairs by allowing the sprinkler head to move independently of the waterline. They also offer flexibility during installation and can be purchased as part of a flexible swing assembly.
A swing pipe, sometimes called a funny pipe, is used in sprinkler irrigation systems to connect pop-up sprinkler heads to underground piping. The swivel tube is made of polyethylene, the plastic most commonly used to make plastic shopping bags. It is flexible and allows full movement of the sprayer head. This type of hose can handle water loads of up to 10 gallons (about 38 liters) per minute.
Sprinkler irrigation systems often use pop-up spray heads to deliver water to the garden or lawn for irrigation. These systems consist of three basic components: the in-ground water pipes, the pop-up sprinklers, and the swing pipe that connects the two. The swing tube is held in place using barbed fittings or clamps instead of glue. This makes it much easier to install than other hoses as there is no mess or drying time to worry about. Barbed fittings are simply screwed onto the end of one pipe and then another pipe is screwed onto the end of the fitting, creating a watertight seal that will not come off.
Since the swing tube is flexible, it can also be used in areas where space is limited. For example, this type of hose works well when the sprayer needs to be installed near an existing wall or landscaping feature. Allows the sprinkler head to move without putting any pressure on buried water pipes.
Pop-up sprinkler systems are often used on golf courses and other large areas of lawn. These spaces generally see heavy traffic of both people and equipment. Golf carts, lawn mowers, and other such large equipment can pass through the sprinkler area on a regular basis.
When a rigid pipe was used to connect the sprayer head to the water line, the pressure exerted on the head could break not only the head but also the connection and the line. This can lead to costly and time-consuming repairs when the entire line has to be dug up and replaced. The swing tube allows the spray head to move independently of the waterline; the sprinkler can be stepped on or run over without breaking buried water lines.
Another benefit of using swing tubes instead of rigid plastic tubing is that it allows for flexibility. During the installation process, the hose allows installers to move the pop-up sprayer up and down without cutting new hose. It also allows installers to easily add new sprinklers to existing sprinkler systems.
You can purchase the swing tube as part of a flexible swing assembly. These devices consist of a length of pipe with a fitting on both ends. They are installed by attaching one fitting to the water pipe and the other to the sprinkler head.
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