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Tape Loc x Male Hose Thread

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SKU:
LSM
MPN:
A1-T5HT

Description

Connect Drip Tape Directly to Your Garden Hose or Spigot.

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.

Why Choose Tape Loc Technology?
  • Simple Hose Connection: The 3/4" Male Hose Thread (MHT) end is universally compatible with garden hoses, spigots, hose vacuum breakers, and battery timers.
  • Positive Locking Mechanism: The distinctive locking nut 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" caused by pressure surges or temperature changes.
  • 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 for the tape connection. 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 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
How to Install: A Step-by-Step Guide

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.

✔ 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.
  • This adapter has Hose Threads, not Pipe Threads.
  • 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 connection is only one part of the equation. Ensure your drip tape system lasts for years by pairing this adapter with:

Watch: Top 5 Drip Tape Loc Fittings

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