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Reddit mentions of Orbit 61008 Adjustable Flow 8-Port Drip Irrigation Manifold for 1/4" Tube
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Reddit mentions: 2
We found 2 Reddit mentions of Orbit 61008 Adjustable Flow 8-Port Drip Irrigation Manifold for 1/4" Tube. Here are the top ones.
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- Individual Flow Control adjustment for each port - Permits precise flow adjustment for each outlet
- Eight 1/4" barbed ports with threaded caps
- Easy to remove filter - Prevents clogged nozzles
- Connects to a 1/2" threaded riser
- Converts shrub head to a drip watering system
- 8 adjustable flow ports
- Universal, adds to any existing underground sprinkler system
- Returns will not be honored on this closeout item
- Limit 1 per order
Features:
Specs:
| Height | 2.5 Inches |
| Length | 3.5 Inches |
| Width | 3.5 Inches |
Fountain pump with 1/2 out
1/2 inch tubing from pump to drip
Drip irrigation distributor http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00004S26U
1/4 feed lines to your plants
Done
Run it manually or on a timer.
New question. Is a manifold like this good?
I'm thinking of using the Ecoplus 396 gph from amazon as my pump. I'm pumping about three feet up, and thinking of using 1/4" tubing. Is 396 gph overkill for 6x5' rails, each 3" diameter. If the pump is flowing too much is it bad for the pump to use a manifold or some valves to restrict flow?
I'm using 2" net pots, mostly for lettuce and spinach and basil and the like. What size rockwool should I get. Should I add clay pellets like for larger plants? Should I use bigger cubes?
ALSO, is there a cheap way to cap off the ends of a pvc pipe? The 3" caps are like 3 bucks each, and I need 12 of them which is close to how much I spent on the pipe itself. I figured maybe just make sure the ends are flat and glue a peace of plastic to the end?
Sorry for all the questions. This is my first NFT and as I'm assembling the thing I'm getting a clearer picture of what I haven't figured out yet. Anyway thanks!