The 1/2" Compression Female Hose Start Tee allows you to split your drip system into two opposing directions directly from the water source. Featuring a 3/4" Female Hose Thread (FHT) swivel in the center and two 1/2" compression outlets on the sides, this fitting is perfect for running mainline tubing along the base of a wall or the edge of a garden bed in both directions from a single faucet or hose-end timer.
The swivel action simplifies installation, letting you tighten the connection to the water source without twisting the long runs of tubing attached to the sides. As one of our most versatile irrigation fittings for head assemblies, it ensures a secure, leak-free start to your system using reliable compression technology.
Key details for system planning.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Female Hose Start Tee (Swivel) |
| Center Inlet | 3/4" Female Hose Thread (FHT) Swivel |
| Side Outlets (2) | 1/2" Compression (Fits .690" - .710" OD Tubing) |
| Operating Pressure | 0 - 60 PSI (Optimal: 20-30 PSI) |
| Material | High-Impact ABS Plastic |
| MPN | CST 700 |
Set up your dual-direction mainline in minutes.
Step 1: Attach to Source
Ensure the hose washer is in place inside the swivel nut. Screw the tee onto your pressure regulator, filter, or faucet. Hand-tighten securely.
Step 2: Prep Tubing
Cut two lengths of 1/2" poly tubing with clean, square ends.
Tip: Warm the tubing ends in the sun or hot water to make the compression insertion easier.
Step 3: Connect Outlets
Push the first tube into one side of the compression tee. Rock it back and forth while pushing firmly until it passes the internal ring. Repeat for the second side.
Verify your connections:
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