The Tee Filter is an essential, highly compact component designed to protect your smaller home drip irrigation systems from clogging. Engineered with a convenient Female Hose Thread (FHT) swivel inlet, this filter attaches effortlessly directly to your outdoor faucet, garden hose, or hose thread irrigation timer without awkward twisting. By trapping tiny particles of dirt, sand, and sediment, it serves as the crucial first line of defense for municipal or clean well water sources, ensuring your micro-emitters and soaker hoses run flawlessly.
Featuring a space-saving T-shaped body, this filter supports flow rates up to 9 Gallons Per Minute (GPM) and a maximum pressure of 80 PSI, making it perfectly sized for patio containers, raised beds, and modest garden layouts. It is available with either a 150 or 200 mesh stainless steel screen, which can be easily accessed by simply unscrewing the side cap for quick routine cleaning. To build a complete and reliable head assembly, simply pair this filter with a compatible hose thread pressure regulator. Please note: This filter is not rated for constant pressure and must be installed downstream of your automated valves or timers.
Detailed specifications for system planning.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Filter Type | Tee-Style Screen Filter |
| Inlet / Outlet Size | 3/4" Female Hose Thread (FHT) Swivel x 3/4" Male Hose Thread (MHT) |
| Maximum Pressure | 80 PSI |
| Maximum Flow Rate | 9 Gallons Per Minute (GPM) |
| Screen Material | Stainless Steel |
| Mesh Options | 150 Mesh or 200 Mesh |
| Constant Pressure Rated | No (Must be installed after valves or timers) |
Build your drip irrigation head assembly in minutes.
Step 1: Install Your Timer
Attach your hose-end water timer or automated valve directly to your outdoor water spigot.
Step 2: Attach the Tee Filter
Thread the Female Hose Thread (FHT) swivel inlet of the Tee Filter directly onto the outlet of your timer. Hand-tighten firmly to ensure the internal washer creates a leak-proof seal.
Step 3: Add a Pressure Regulator
Thread your hose-thread pressure regulator onto the Male Hose Thread (MHT) outlet of the filter, followed by your tubing adapter.
Step 4: Routine Cleaning
Periodically (once a month) unscrew the side cap on the filter, slide out the stainless steel screen, and rinse it under clean water to remove trapped sediment before reassembling.
Can I leave this filter under constant pressure?
No, this filter is not rated for constant pressure. It must be installed after your automated timer or irrigation valve so it only holds pressure when the system is actively watering.
Installing it before the timer leaves it pressurized 24/7, which can eventually cause the canister to crack or leak.
What is the difference between 150 mesh and 200 mesh?
The mesh number refers to the number of holes per square inch. 200 mesh is a finer screen than 150 mesh, meaning it catches smaller particles.
150 mesh is the standard recommendation for most punch-in drip emitters and soaker lines. 200 mesh is excellent for highly sensitive emitters like Drip Tape that require extra fine filtration.
What type of water is this filter best for?
This filter is ideal for fairly clean water sources, such as municipal city water or clean residential wells.
Because of its smaller screen surface area, if you are pumping water with heavy algae, organic matter, or severe sediment from a pond or ditch, you will need a much larger disc filter to prevent rapid clogging.
How should I prepare my Tee Filter for spring watering?
As you set up your system for spring, unscrew the side cap and inspect the stainless steel screen for any damage or scale buildup from the previous year.
Clean it thoroughly, ensure the O-ring is properly seated and lubricated, and hand-tighten the cap back on. Flush the entire head assembly with water once before reattaching your drip tubing.
Please note the requirements for this component:
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