Setting up a drip tape system doesn't always require complex PVC manifolds. The Tape Loc x Male Hose Thread (MHT) Adapter allows you to connect 5/8" drip tape directly to any standard garden hose, spigot, or hose-thread timer.
This fitting is the perfect solution for simple, effective row crop irrigation in home gardens. It screws into any standard 3/4" Female Hose Thread (FHT) fitting, providing a seamless transition from your water source to your tape run. The Tape Loc nut ensures a secure, leak-proof connection that holds fast even under pressure.
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 x Male Hose Thread Adapter |
| Connection 1 | 5/8" Drip Tape (Locking Nut) |
| Connection 2 | 3/4" Male Hose Thread (MHT) |
| 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: Preparation (Hose Side)
Screw the fitting into your garden hose, faucet, or hose timer. Hand-tighten only—do not use pliers, as this can damage the plastic threads.
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. Trying to lock the fitting over an emitter is the most common cause of leaks!
Step 3: Unlock
Rotate the locking nut counter-clockwise (backwards) towards the center of the fitting body. This exposes the sharp barb. Do not remove the nut completely.
Step 4: 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 5: 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 on the tape side, do not use pliers. Back the nut off, check that the tape is fully seated and not folded, and retighten by hand.
This fitting is for 5/8" Drip Tape ONLY.
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