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gph
Gallons per hour.
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adapter
A fitting to connect tubing or other fittings with different thread types or sizes to each other.
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atmospheric vacuum breaker –
Installed above the highest point in an irrigation system, this keeps air out of an irrigation system and prevents backflow to the water source. These breakers contain a float that rises up to seal th [..]
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backflow –
When water flows back from an irrigation system toward and into the main water system. This is caused by back siphon or backpressure in the lines. It is important to stop backflow from occurring due t [..]
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backpressure –
Pressure toward the water source. This can occur when tubing or pipe are elevated above the water source. Another cause of back pressure is when a sudden loss of pressure occurs. This could be caused [..]
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backflow preventer –
Installed correctly, this will stop backpressure or backflow from affecting the original water supply in the house. Since water in an irrigation system can be tainted with fertilizers, bacteria or ani [..]
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ball valve –
This simple shut-off valve has an internal ball with a hole through it. The hole in the ball aligns with the flow when the valve is open, allowing it to pass through easily. The hole rotates and stops [..]
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barbed fitting –
Any type of irrigation fitting — drip coupling, tee, elbow or emitter — can have a barbed end with ridges that hold it securely in its proper place. These barbs are used to attach directly to holes th [..]
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brackish water
Has a salt content percentage somewhere between sea water and fresh water.
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