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Drip Irrigation Equipment for Outdoor Cannabis Production

Drip Irrigation Equipment for Outdoor Cannabis Production Professor DeBacco Drip Irrigation Can be Large or Small Drip Irrigation can be applied to small or large grows. It is important first to know how many plants you want to support with your system and also what the layout of those plants will be. Filter Filter: High-Pressure Filters will filter out dirt and other foreign objects with a long usable life. Having a stainless steel screen and heavily reinforced frame allow for reusability and maximum durability. There are different sizes and styles of filters allowing for the proper one can be selected for the intended application. There are different mesh sizes (typically 155 or 200) with 200 mesh recommended for drip irrigation applications. Different flow rates ensure the filter is not a restriction on the system. PSI Regulator PSI Regulator: For drip irrigation a 10psi regulator is necessary to avoid blowing out the drip lines Getting one that can operate under constant pressure is recommended as well. Ensure the inlet and outlet sizes match the pipe/tubing being used. Mainline Tubing The diameter will be based on the needed flowrate that can be supplied by the system. Check the exact tubing you will use because many mainlines… Are not rated for use under constant pressure, so it must be installed after automated timers and valves. All tubing is nominally sized. There is no industry standard. Refer to the ID and OD measurements for exact tubing size. Drip Tape Fittings A drip irrigation system needs the proper fittings to allow for proper connections and delivery of water to the plants. Key fittings part of an effective system include… Tape Loc x ¼” Barb Tape End Plug Tape Grip Sleeve End Tape Loc Coupler Drip Tape This is how the water is delivered, think of it as precisely leaky hose. The tape allows for a controlled amount of water to be delivered based on calculations. Drip Tapes Benefits: Watering efficiency Uniformity of water delivery Durable material that can last years Depending on thickness and treatment of the tape itself Resists clogging Can be used above or below ground Punch and Hold Down Stakes Punch: Many options that all accomplish the same task However, the “Miracle Punch” is highly recommended because it allows for minimal fatigue and consistent results if you are making 5 holes or 5,000. Hold Down Stakes: While technically not needed, if there is a long run of drip tape that is not under a plastic cover or other method of support using hold down stakes is advised. Look for features such as galvanized, 6” long and U-shaped U-shaped "wind stakes" are stronger than J-shaped hold-downs and are especially useful in heavy soils. Typically, offered in 10-packs or 100-packs. Additional Item: Timer Timers may be optional, but are highly recommended especially for larger operations. These help ensure consistency and allow growers to better make decisions about making irrigation adjustments. Drip Irrigation Basic Set-Up Systems can differ, but the basics are the same It can come down to the source a grower uses and what they want the end result to be. Link to Lecture Slides: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rRz9... *Due to the description character limit the full work cited for "Drip Irrigation Equipment for Outdoor Cannabis Production" can be viewed at... https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rFer...