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Connecting your supply header directly to a drip tape row has never been easier. The Tape Loc x 1/2" Easy Loc Coupler bridges the gap between two different types of tubing, allowing you to connect standard 1/2" polyethylene mainline directly to 5/8" drip tape.
This fitting features the best of both worlds: a Tape Loc nut to secure your thin-walled drip tape and an Easy Loc collar to grip your solid poly tubing. It creates a secure, leak-proof transition without the need for hose clamps or glue.
Understanding compatibility is key. This fitting connects two different types of tubing.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Tape Loc x 1/2" Easy Loc Coupler |
| Connection 1 | 5/8" Drip Tape (Tape Loc Nut) |
| Connection 2 | 1/2" Poly Tubing (Easy Loc Collar) |
| Poly Tubing Compatibility | Fits .690" - .710" OD (Standard 1/2") |
| 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 |
Step 1: Connect Poly Tubing (Easy Loc Side)
Rotate the locking collar on the Easy Loc side backwards to expose the barb. Push your 1/2" poly tubing over the barb. Twist the collar forward to lock it in place.
Step 2: Prepare Tape
Cut your drip tape squarely with scissors. Critical Tip: Inspect the cut end. If there is a hard plastic emitter inside the tape within the first inch, cut it off.
Step 3: Unlock (Tape Loc Side)
Rotate the locking nut on the tape side counter-clockwise (backwards) to expose the sharp tape barb.
Step 4: Connect Tape
Slide the drip tape over the barb until it hits the stop. Twist the locking nut clockwise (forward) to lock the tape securely.
Troubleshooting: If a leak appears on the tape side, ensure the tape is fully seated and not folded before retightening by hand.
This fitting is for 5/8" Drip Tape and 1/2" Poly Tubing ONLY.
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