Tape Loc Elbow

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SKU:: LSL
UPC:: 8023058304342
MPN:: A1-TE55

Description

Stop Kinks. Prevent Leaks. Turn Corners with Confidence.

Running drip tape around corners has always been a challenge. If you bend it, it kinks. If you fold it, flow is restricted. The Tape Loc Elbow for 5/8" Drip Tape is the professional engineer's solution to this geometric problem.

Designed specifically for the thin-walled profile of standard drip tape, this 90-degree fitting creates a rigid, protected channel for water flow. Whether you are navigating raised garden beds or laying out complex commercial row crops, the Tape Loc Elbow ensures that your Distribution Uniformity (DU) remains perfect, delivering equal pressure to every plant around the bend.

Why Choose Tape Loc Technology?

Positive Locking Mechanism: The distinctive locking nut (often bright green or blue for visibility) twists down to mechanically clamp the tape over the barb. This "annular compression" creates a seal that is far superior to standard friction-barb fittings, preventing "blowouts" even when the tape softens in the summer heat.
Zero Flow Restriction: By replacing a kink-prone bend with a smooth molded elbow, you eliminate friction loss and pressure drops, ensuring downstream emitters work at peak efficiency.
Fully Reusable: Unlike compression fittings that "bite" into the plastic and require cutting to remove, Tape Loc fittings can be unlocked and removed in seconds. Perfect for seasonal gardens where lines are moved or stored during winter.
Tool-Free Installation: No clamps, ratchets, or hot water required. The large, textured nut is designed for easy hand-tightening.
UV & Chemical Resistant: Molded from high-grade polypropylene with UV stabilizers, these fittings resist cracking from sun exposure and are chemically inert to standard fertilizers used in fertigation systems.

Technical Specifications

Understanding compatibility is key to a successful installation. The Tape Loc system is engineered exclusively for flat drip tape, not solid poly tubing.

Specification	Details
Product Type	Tape Loc Elbow (90 Degree)
Compatible Material	5/8" Drip Tape (Flat Tape)
Tape Wall Thickness	Fits 6 mil to 15 mil tape
Operating Pressure	0 - 15 PSI (Do not exceed tape rating)
Material	Polypropylene with Carbon Black/UV Stabilizers
Common Brand Names	Irritec, Perma-Loc, Twist-N-Lok

How to Install: A Step-by-Step Guide

Follow these steps to ensure a leak-proof connection every time. No special tools are needed—just your hands and a pair of scissors.

Step 1: Preparation
Cut your drip tape squarely. Critical Tip: Inspect the cut end. If there is a hard plastic emitter inside the tape within the first inch, cut it off. Trying to lock the fitting over an emitter is the most common cause of leaks!

Step 2: Unlock
Rotate the locking nut counter-clockwise (backwards) towards the center of the elbow fitting. This exposes the sharp barb. Do not remove the nut completely.

Step 3: Insert
Slide the drip tape over the barb. Push it until it hits the plastic stop on the body of the fitting. It should go past the raised ridge on the barb.

Step 4: Lock
Twist the locking nut clockwise (outward) so it travels over the tape. Tighten firmly by hand. The nut compresses the tape against the barb, creating a permanent seal.

Troubleshooting: If a leak appears, do not use pliers. Back the nut off, check that the tape is fully seated and not folded, and retighten by hand.

⚠ Compatibility Check

This fitting is for 5/8" Drip Tape ONLY.

It will NOT fit 1/2" Poly Tubing (Mainline).
It will NOT fit 1/4" Micro Tubing.
If you are using solid black tubing that does not flatten when empty, you need Easy Loc fittings, not Tape Loc.

Complete Your System

A leak-free corner is only one part of the equation. Ensure your drip tape system lasts for years by pairing this elbow with:

Pressure Regulators: Essential for keeping system pressure below 15 PSI to prevent tape bursts.
Tape Loc Couplers: For repairing accidental cuts or extending rows.
Tape Loc End Caps: To securely close off the end of your drip lines with the same easy-flush capability.