The 1/2" Emitter Tubing with 9" Spacing (1 GPH) from DripWorks provides professional-grade, highly efficient watering for extensive landscapes that require a higher volume of water. Designed with internal, highly advanced Pressure Compensating (PC) emitters pre-installed every 9 inches, this 1/2-inch tubing guarantees a perfectly uniform 1 GPH output from the first emitter to the very last. Whether you are running long, straight lines through an agricultural field or weaving through a heavily sloped, terraced garden, this tubing ensures every plant receives the exact same amount of water, regardless of elevation changes.
Built to the exact same specifications as our standard 1/2" mainline tubing (.600" ID x .700" OD), it seamlessly integrates into any existing drip system. It pairs flawlessly with our standard 1/2" Easy Loc fittings, barbed fittings, or compression fittings. Thanks to its robust PC emitters, you can run a single continuous line up to an impressive 190 feet, making it the ideal solution for circling large orchard trees, lining thick hedges and windrows, or blanketing expansive garden beds with higher-volume irrigation.
Detailed specifications for system planning.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Tubing Size | 1/2" (.600" ID x .700" OD) |
| Emitter Spacing | Every 9 Inches |
| Emitter Flow Rate | 1.0 Gallon Per Hour (GPH) per Emitter |
| Total Flow Rate | 134 GPH per 100-foot roll |
| Operating Pressure Range | 10 to 50 PSI |
| Maximum Run Length | 190 Feet (per individual line) |
| Emitter Type | Pressure Compensating (PC) |
| Compatible Fittings | 1/2" Easy Loc, 1/2" Barbed, or 1/2" Compression |
Install your 1/2" Emitter Tubing quickly and correctly.
Step 1: Connect to Source
Connect the beginning of your tubing to your water source or head assembly. Ensure your system is equipped with a pressure regulator rated between 10 and 50 PSI, as well as a mesh filter.
Step 2: Attach Fittings
Use standard 1/2" Easy Loc fittings to attach the emitter tubing to your solid 1/2" mainline, or to create corners and tees within your garden beds.
Step 3: Route and Pin the Tubing
Lay the emitter tubing straight down your orchard rows, or circle it around the drip line of your trees and shrubs. Use U-shaped wire hold downs every 3 to 5 feet to firmly secure the tubing to the soil. Note: Do not exceed the maximum run length of 190 feet per line.
Step 4: Cap the End
Terminate the end of your run using a 1/2" Easy Loc End Cap or a simple Figure-Eight end closure to seal the line and pressurize the system.
Can I use this tubing on a sloped or terraced garden?
Absolutely! This 1/2" emitter tubing features Pressure Compensating (PC) emitters. This means every single emitter will put out exactly 1 GPH, even if the tubing runs up or down a steep hill.
Standard non-PC tubing would cause water to pool at the bottom of the hill, but PC emitters guarantee uniform watering across any elevation changes within the 10-50 PSI range.
Do I need to use a pressure regulator?
Yes, this tubing is designed to operate strictly between 10 and 50 PSI. Standard home water pressure is often much higher (60+ PSI), which can blow the internal emitters out or burst the tubing.
Always install an irrigation pressure regulator at your water source before running the tubing.
What fittings should I use to connect this tubing?
This emitter tubing has a .600" Inner Diameter and .700" Outer Diameter, which is the exact same size as our standard 1/2" solid mainline tubing.
You can use any of our standard 1/2" Easy Loc, 1/2" compression, or 1/2" barbed fittings to connect it to your system.
Does this tubing need a water filter?
Yes, you should always install an irrigation filter on your head assembly when using emitter tubing.
Because the internal pathways of the pre-installed emitters are very small, grit, sediment, or algae from your water source can easily clog them if a filter is not present.
Please note the design parameters for this 1/2" tubing:
Ensure your gardens and orchards are ready to thrive with these required components:
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