Rain Bird XFD 16 mm Brown Dripline (18 in. Emitter Spacing) (.92 GPH) (500 ft.) | XFD-09-18-500

• Emitter Spacing: 18 in.
• Flow Rate: 0.92 GPH
• Length: 500 ft.

Features & Benefits

• The most flexible, pressure-compensating inline emitter tubing available to irrigate ground cover, dense plantings, hedgerows, and more.
• Extra flexible tubing for fast, easy installation
• Dual-layered tubing (brown over black or purple over black) provides unmatched resistance to chemicals, UV damage, and algae growth.
• Patent-pending emitter design provides for increased reliability
• Longer lateral runs than the competition
• Unique material offers significantly greater flexibility, allowing tighter turns with fewer elbows for easier installation
• Choice of flow rates, spacing, and coil lengths provides design flexibility for a variety of non-turfgrass applications
• Accepts Rain Bird Easy Fit Compression Fittings
• XF Dripline Insert Fittings and 17mm insert fittings
• Use an Air/Vaccum Relief Valve Kit when installation is below the soil

Product Details

• Outside diameter : 0.634" (16.1 mm)
• Inside diameter : 0.536" (13.6 mm)
• Wall thickness: 0.049" (1.2 mm)
• Spacing: 12" or 18"
• Lengths: 100', 250', and 500' coils
• Use with XF Dripline Insert Fittings (see page 130), Rain Bird Easy Fit Compression Fittings and 17mm Insert Fittings

Operating Range

• Pressure: 8.5 to 60 psi (0.58 to 4.1 bar)
• Flow rates: 0.6 gph and 0.9 gph (2.3 l/h and 3.5 l/h)
• Temperature: Water up to 100 degrees F (37.8C); Ambient up to 125 degrees F (51.7C)
• Required filtration: 120 mesh

A low-profile emitter design results in reduced friction loss, allowing longer maximum lateral runs and more cost-effective system designs. The continuous flushing action of the XFD emitter and the grit tolerant, clog-resistant design ensures that water will keep flowing thus minimizing maintenance and saving you time and money.

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