Rain Bird R-VAN14 Rotary and Body Bundle | 1804-RVAN14

• Product Type: Spray Head
• Check Valve: No Seal-A-Matic (SAM)
• Pop-Up Height: 4 inches
• Nozzle Installed: R-VAN14

Features & Benefits

Installed in parks and backyards across the globe, Rain Bird's 1800 Series is the #1 commercial-grade irrigation spray head brand in the world.

Chosen for its reliability, heavy-duty materials, and versatility, the 1800 Series offers a broad selection of pop up heights and nozzle combinations for watering shrubs, small lawns, and irregularly shaped planting areas.

All models feature Rain Bird's patented pop-up mechanism with heavy-duty stainless steel spring for dependable out-of-sight retraction, plus an exclusive co-molded wiper seal for unmatched resistance to grit, pressure, and extreme environments.

Meets the needs of spray body applications using Rotary Nozzles regardless of changing elevation or water pressures. Incorporates 1800 Series SAM feature and regulates operating pressure at 45psi (3.1 bar).

1804

• Co-molded wiper seal provides unmatched resistance to grit, pressure and the environment
• Designed for use with all Rain Bird plastic spray head nozzles Rotary Nozzles, U-Series, MPR, VAN and XPCN Series.
• Strong stainless steel spring provides reliable stem retraction.
• Pre-installed 1800 Pop-Top™ flush plug blocks debris from entering after flushing. Allows for easy nozzle installation.
• All sprinkler components are removable from the top without special tools, providing for quick and easy flushing and maintenance of the sprinkler.
• Side inlets featured on 1806, 1806PRS, 1812, and 1812PRS models only.
• Constructed of time-proven UV-resistant plastic and corrosion-resistant stainless steel parts, ensuring long product life
• Precision controlled flush at pop-down clears debris from unit, assuring positive stem retraction in all soil types
• Two-piece ratchet mechanism allows easy nozzle pattern alignment and provides added durability
• Five-Year Trade Warranty

R-VAN14

• Matched precipitation across radius, arcs, and pattern types
• Low precipitation rate reduces run-off and erosion
• Adjust arc and radius without tools
• A pull-up to flush feature clears the nozzle of dirt and debris
• Color coded and laser marked for easy identification of R-VAN model
• Maintains efficient performance at high operating pressures without misting or fogging
• Compatible with all models of Rain Bird spray bodies, risers and adapters
• Installing with Rain Bird 5000 MPR Series Rotors allows for matched precipitation from 8’ to 35’ (2.4m to 10.7m)
• Three year trade warranty

Product Details

1804

• Regulates nozzle pressure to an average 45 psi (3.1 bar) with inlet pressures of up to 70 psi (4.8 bar)
• SAM capability: holds up to 14 feet (4.2 m) of head; 6 psi (0.4 bar)
• PRS models regulate nozzle pressure to an average 30 or 45 psi (2.1 or 3.1 bar) with inlet pressures of up to 70 psi (4.8 bar)
• Flow-by: 0 gpm at 8 psi (0.6 bar) or greater; 0.10 gpm (0.02 m³/h; 0.36 l/m) otherwise
• Installation: bottom inlet only

R-VAN14

• Pressure Range: 30 to 55 psi (2.1 to 3.8 bar)
• Recommended Operating Pressure: 45 psi (3.1 bar)
• Spacing: 8’ to 14’ (5.2 to 7.3m)
• Adjustments: Arc and radius should be adjusted while water is running

Optional Feature Specifications:

The sprinkler shall have a matched precipitation rate (MPR) plastic or brass nozzle with an adjusting screw capable of regulating the radius and flow. The sprinkler shall be capable of housing protective, non-clogging filter screens or pressure compensating screens (PCS) under the nozzle. The screen shall be used in conjunction with the adjusting screw for regulating. The 6” (15 cm) and 12” (30 cm) models shall have both a side and a bottom 1” (15/21) (FNPT) inlet for ease of installation.

The sprinkler shall have a Pop-Top™ Flush Plug pre-installed. The plug shall prevent debris from clogging the sprinkler during installation and allow for the system to be flushed before nozzling. The plug shall be bright orange in color and constructed of polypropylene material.

Dimensions

• ½” (15/21) female threaded inlets.
• Body height:
• 1802: 4” (10.2 cm) body height; 2” pop-up height (5.1 cm)
• 1803: 4⅞” (12 cm) body height; 3” pop-up height (7.6 cm)
• 1804, 1804CA: 6” (15.2 cm) body height; 4” pop-up height (10.2 cm)
• 1806: 9⅜” (23.8 cm) body height; 6” pop-up height (15.2 cm)
• 1812: 16” (40.6 cm) body height; 12” pop-up height (30.5 cm)
• Exposed surface diameter: 2¼” (5.7 cm)

Operating Range

• Spacing: 2.5 to 24 feet (0.8 to 7.3m)∗
• Pressure: 15 to 70 psi (1.0 to 4.8 bar)

∗2.5 to 18 feet with standard Rain Bird Spray Head Nozzles (SQ, MPR, VAN, U-Series); 13 to 24 feet with Rain Bird Rotary Nozzles

R-VAN14 8’ - 14’ (2.4 to 4.6m)

ARC	PSI	RADIUS FT.	FLOW GPM	PRECIP IN/H	PRECIP IN/H
270°
	30	13	0.84	0.64	0.76
	35	13	0.87	0.66	0.74
	40	14	0.92	0.6	0.71
	45	14	0.94	0.62	0.7
	50	15	1.11	0.63	0.73
	55	15	1.17	0.67	0.77

ARC	PSI	RADIUS FT.	FLOW GPM	PRECIP IN/H	PRECIP IN/H
210°
	30	13	0.65	0.64	0.76
	35	13	0.68	0.66	0.74
	40	14	0.72	0.6	0.71
	45	14	0.73	0.62	0.7
	50	15	0.86	0.63	0.73
	55	15	0.91	0.67	0.77

ARC	PSI	RADIUS FT.	FLOW GPM	PRECIP IN/H	PRECIP IN/H
180°
	30	13	0.56	0.64	0.76
	35	13	0.58	0.66	0.74
	40	14	0.61	0.6	0.71
	45	14	0.63	0.62	0.7
	50	15	0.74	0.63	0.73
	55	15	0.78	0.67	0.77

ARC	PSI	RADIUS FT.	FLOW GPM	PRECIP IN/H	PRECIP IN/H
90°
	30	13	0.28	0.64	0.76
	35	13	0.29	0.66	0.74
	40	14	0.31	0.62	0.71
	45	14	0.32	0.61	0.7
	50	15	0.37	0.63	0.73
	55	15	0.39	0.67	0.77

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