Benefits of Using Poly Fittings & Poly Tubing

Using poly fittings and poly tubing for your irrigation system offers numerous benefits.

Durability and Longevity - Polyethylene materials do not corrode, rust, or degrade over time, even when exposed to water, fertilizers, or soil.
Flexibility - Poly tubing can bend and conform to uneven or sloped landscapes without requiring additional fittings or connectors.
Cost-Effective - Poly fittings and tubing are less expensive than metal or PVC components.

Poly Fittings FAQs

Can poly fittings handle high water pressure?

Most poly fittings are designed for low to moderate pressure systems, like those of a drip irrigation system. If your lawn or garden uses a high pressure system, you may be better off with metal or PVC piping.

Do poly fittings require special tools for installation?

Cutting the poly pipe before attaching them to the fittings requires a sharp pipe cutter or utility knife. On top of that, barbed poly fittings may require pliers to tighten hose clamps. Clamp crimping tools can also accomplish this if you have them handy.

What causes leaks in poly fittings?

The primary cause of leaks around polyethylene pipe fittings is improper installation. When the clamps aren’t tightened well enough or if you’re using a fitting that doesn’t match the pipe size, your fittings will leak and waste a lot of water. Also be sure to inspect your PE pipe fittings to see if they’re damaged or worn from years of use.

Poly Fittings

Poly fittings are used for connecting one piece of poly pipe to another to create a longer run of piping or change the direction of the piping. Poly fittings come in various sizes according to the pipe to which they need to attach.