Sprinkler irrigation systems consist of several pipe and fitting connections which supply water to sprinkler heads. Irrigation sprinklers work with high-pressure water pumps and thus require proper selection of pipes to connect the system.
Types of Sprinkler Pipes in Kenya
A variety of pipe types including HDPE, PVC and Lay flat hose pipes are applicable in various sections of sprinkler systems. Understanding where each specific pipe type best works is key for installation of an effective sprinkler irrigation system.
Aqua Hub Irrigation Pipes
We have High Density Polythene Pipes and Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) pipes of sizes ranging from ½ to 6 inch. Diameter sizes exist from 20mm to 310 mm all applicable as mainline supply systems in irrigation systems and water supply projects.
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Which Pipes are Applicable in Sprinkler Systems
Polythene Pipes : Common in lawn and most sprinkler systems because of the ability to handle high pressure water flow.
PVC Pipes : PVC pipes are also best for connection of lawn irrigation systems due to their durability and physical strength.
Which Pipes are Best for Sprinkler Systems?
Aqua Hub’s Irrigation Pipes are the best pipes to use for Sprinkler irrigation systems in Kenya. Both Polythene and PVC pipes provide a secure and durable connection in home sprinkler connections.
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Sprinkler irrigation pipes sizes
Our PVC and HDPE Sprinkler connection pipes we sell them in different diameter sizes ranging from 16mm to 110mm.
How Do I Know What Size of Irrigation Pipe I Need?
You need to learn the flow rate you that is needed for your irrigation system as per your crop water requirements. Each range of pipe size has a specific flow rate which is ideal in pipe selection.
Common Sizes of Pipes Applicable for Lawn Sprinkler Connections
It is more common to find 50 mm and 32 mm sizes being laid on the mainline and sub mainline connections. You start your connection with a big pipe size but as your proceed towards the delivery point, pipe size requirement reduces.
For example, you can lay 50 mm pipe as mainline, 40 mm pipe as sub mainline and 32mm PE as the laterals pipe.
Sprinkler Irrigation Pipes for Sale
Aqua Hub’s irrigation pipes are reliable in setting up a variety of sprinkler connections in Kenya. You can use soft PVC or HDPE pipe as the delivery pipe for overhead sprinklers. In lawn sprinklers HDPE pipes or PVC are common pipes laid underground as mainline pipes.
Irrigation Pipes Prices in Kenya
The cost of our irrigation pipes is according to the size and type of the pipe. PVC pipes cost affordable rates compared to HDPE pipes.
The cost varies depending on the individual diameter size for each size and length in commonly sold in meters.
Our HDPE and PVC pipe Prices ranges from KES 30 to KES 500 per square meter.
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What is the Cost of Mainline Sprinkler Pipes in Kenya
Prices of mainline sprinkler system pipes are according to the type and diameter size for every unit length(meter). Prices are different for HDPE and PVC pipes.
Mainline Pipe Layout in Sprinkler Connections
Sprinkler systems may consist of surface or underground mainline supply pipe connection depending on the sprinkler type.
Movable sprinklers often connect to surface lay flat hose pipes as mainline water supply pipes. On the other hand, fixed sprinkler pipes connect to underground HDPE or PVC mainline pipes. The risers connect to pipes laid underground and supply water to sprinkler heads such as butterfly or impact sprinkler heads.
Which Sprinklers are Best for Farm Irrigation?
There are different types of sprinkler heads you can use to irrigate your crops as per the water needs of your plants. Wide range of flow rates enhances the use of sprinklers such as micro-sprinklers, impact plastic and brass sprinklers, PY-40 rain gun series and flange types.
How to Choose the Right Pipes for Your Sprinkler Systems
Water supply pipes come in wide range of sizes including diameter, length and gauge ranges. Each pipe metrics or specifications has its own measure of flow rate and pressure recommended rate. Here are the tips that can be useful when considering which pipe type is convenient for your irrigation system.
- Pressure rate – determine the pressure required to run your sprinklers. Obtain pressure specifications for the sprinkler head you want to work with. The pressure rating will help determine which pipe is suitable.
- Flow rates – again, sprinkler head flow rates can be studied to consider the best pipe suitable to connect with it.
- Pipe length – Pipe length is important to consider how many pipe rolls you need to fully lay on your farm. Roll length can vary depending on the pipe brand and type.
- Future – your plans should guide you when deciding on which pipe to use. For shorter water supply projects, you can use PVC pipes.
- Durability – Mind how long the pipe can last while in good condition to ensure wise choice to ensure less maintenance costs.
- Resistance to Corrosion – pipes are available in different materials including plastic, steel and brass. Always choose non-corrosive pipes for your water supply projects.
How to Purchase Quality Pipes for Sprinkler Systems
Check on the following aspects when deciding on where to purchase pipes for your irrigation system projects.
- Quality and availability of sprinkler-compatible pipe – Always ensure the pipes or suppliers you choose comply with the relevant standards.
- Consider reputable brands – Always research to determine whether the supplier can meet your pipe needs and requirements.
- Installation and Maintenance – It is ideal to consider suppliers or companies that offer professional HDPE pipe installation to ensure proper work.
- Price – Price should be within the reasonable range in comparison to the cost valuation of other dealers in the market.