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Micro-Drip Distribution

Rain Bird 1/4" Emitter Tubing (6" spacing)

A clean, service-friendly way to water narrow plantings and tight curves: predictable output with inline emitters — when filtration and pressure control are handled correctly.

Tight curves Even wetting Needs filtration Serviceable ends

What it is (plain terms)

This is 1/4-inch tubing with built-in emitters placed every 6 inches. Instead of installing separate emitters at each plant, the tubing delivers a steady, even wetting pattern along the run. It’s a great fit for narrow beds, ground cover, and detail zones where sprays would overshoot.

Best-fit use cases

  • Narrow planting strips and bed edges
  • Ground cover areas where uniform watering is desired
  • Tight curves and switchbacks (fewer elbows)
  • Small detail zones and seasonal container additions

Reliability basics (what matters most)

  • Filtration + pressure regulation: drip zones are sensitive; the right assembly prevents clogs and leak-prone over-pressure.
  • Serviceable routing: stake/pin cleanly and avoid hidden connections that become leak points.
  • Flush capability: keep an accessible end so the line can be flushed if performance drops.
  • Seasonal care: treat micro/drip zones as their own system during startup and winterization.

How we deploy it (service-first)

  1. Confirm fit: identify the zone, bed layout, and what needs even wetting.
  2. Verify pressure discipline: add/confirm filtration + regulation for drip hardware.
  3. Install + stake: route cleanly with minimal fittings; pin where needed.
  4. Update programming: set drip run times and frequency (not interchangeable with turf).
  5. Validate: check uniform output and document any weak areas or needed refinements.

Availability

We confirm fit and compatibility during service and can supply or install owner-supplied hardware.

At a glance

Emitter tubing facts
IndustryIrrigation
Concept1/4" inline emitter tubing (micro-drip distribution)
BrandRain Bird
Emitter spacing6" (inline)
Emitter flow0.8 GPH (per emitter) (per vendor)
Coil length50 ft roll
Tubing size0.25" OD / 0.17" ID (per vendor)
ColorBrown (blends into beds)
Intended useDesigned for above-ground use (UV-resistant) (per vendor)

Want drip upgraded?

We can convert beds, add micro-drip for planters, and tune scheduling so the results are clean and predictable.

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Also see: Irrigation Upgrades and Winterization.