The Netafim Self-Piercing 2.0 GPH Drip Emitter (Red) brings professional-level irrigation control to your home garden, planter boxes, hanging baskets, and landscape shrubs. Utilizing highly advanced pressure-compensating technology, these emitters guarantee a highly accurate and consistent output of exactly 2.0 gallons per hour across a wide operating pressure range (10.15 to 58 PSI).
Designed for unparalleled ease of use, these emitters feature a rugged, self-piercing inlet barb. This allows you to press the emitter directly into your 1/2" Mainline Tubing without the strict need for a separate hole punch tool. Once installed, simply attach 1/4" micro-tubing to the outlet barb to deliver targeted, reliable hydration right to your plant's root zone, whether on the surface or buried underground.
Detailed specifications for system planning.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Flow Rate | 2.0 Gallons Per Hour (GPH) |
| Color Code | Red |
| Operating Pressure | 10.15 to 58 PSI (Pressure Compensating) |
| Inlet Size | 0.160" - 0.170" Self-Piercing Barb |
| Outlet Size | 0.160" Barb (Fits 0.160" ID x 0.220" OD micro-tubing) |
| Filtration Requirement | 120 Mesh Minimum |
| Installation Types | Surface or Subsurface |
Follow these easy steps to install your Netafim self-piercing emitters.
Step 1: Pierce the Mainline
Take the pointed inlet barb of the red emitter and press it firmly and directly into the wall of your 1/2" or 3/4" polyethylene mainline tubing until it pops into place.
Step 2: Attach the Micro-Tubing
Push one end of your 1/4" micro-tubing onto the exposed top outlet barb of the emitter.
Step 3: Route to the Plant
Run the micro-tubing directly to the base of your plant, shrub, or into your hanging basket. Secure the end of the tubing near the root zone with a wire hold-down stake.
What does "self-piercing" mean for installation?
It means the emitter's inlet barb is sharp and strong enough to puncture polyethylene mainline tubing directly. This allows you to install the emitter securely without needing a separate hole punch tool.
Can I bury these Netafim emitters underground?
Yes, these commercial-grade emitters are designed for both surface and subsurface installations. Their advanced design resists root intrusion and dirt clogging, making them perfect for burying near tree and shrub root zones.
Does the water flow change if my water pressure fluctuates?
No, these Netafim emitters are pressure-compensating. As long as your system operates between 10.15 and 58 PSI, they will deliver a highly accurate and consistent 2.0 gallons per hour to every plant.
What size tubing attaches to the outlet?
The outlet barb perfectly fits standard 0.160-inch ID by 0.220-inch OD micro-tubing. This allows you to smoothly route water directly from the mainline emitter to the specific root zone of your plants.
As mid-May temperatures rise, how do these 2.0 GPH emitters help protect my larger landscape shrubs?
Spring growth spurts and rapidly warming temperatures significantly increase the water demands of large shrubs. Installing these higher capacity 2.0 GPH emitters now ensures deep root hydration, preventing heat stress before severe summer weather arrives.
Larger shrubs and trees require substantially more water than small vegetables or flowers. Providing a robust 2.0 GPH flow rate builds strong root systems that can survive July and August heatwaves.
For an optimal setup, ensure your system includes:
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