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Butterfly Sprinklers in Kenya
Butterfly sprinkler devices are available at Aqua Hub Kenya, a reliable supplier of irrigation systems in Kenya.
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Butterfly Sprinklers in Nairobi
We are a reliable supplier of Irrigation kits in Nairobi offering reliable sprinkler types including butterfly sprinklers.
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Features of Butterfly Sprinklers in Kenya
- Plastic or Metallic Body Material: It is made of a plastic or metallic body surface which is resistant and effective for use.
- Non-Corrosive; Due to non-corrosive plastic and metallic nature, it does not corrode due to air or water contact.
- UV resistant; Design from polyethylene materials that Contain UV resin
- Light Body Surface; Makes it reliable for even distribution of water.
Which Plants to Irrigate with Butterfly Spray Heads?
Butterfly
Sprinklers are suitable for a variety of plants such as;
- Peppers
- Spinach, Kale, Lettuce, Cabbage, and broccoli
- Carrots
- Chives
- Cucumbers
- Watermelons
- Cassava
- Pumpkins
- Flowers such as roses and marigolds.
How do butterfly Sprinklers irrigate Crops?
Butterfly sprinklers are designed with the shape of a butterfly. The nozzles are plastic material placed in the middle of the sprinkler body to break water to fine sprays.
As water flows through the inlet, it strikes the nozzle causing the sprinkler to rotate and water distributed evenly in all directions.
How to Install Butterfly Sprinklers
- Lay and connect the mainline HDPE pipes
- Connect the main line to the source water tank. Use a tank connector.
- Connect the mainline HDPE pipes to the sub-mainline pipes.
- On the sub mainline or branching pipes, connect a riser pipe.
- Screw the Butterfly sprinkler to the riser pipe.
How to Use Sprinklers in Irrigation
Butterfly Sprinklers work while installed in an upright position with a riser pipe which can be a steel or HDPE pipe.
It is normally connected to underground mainline supply pipes to ensure stability during irrigation. The connection lines are joined in place using the fittings below.
- Reducing socket
- HDPE Elbow coupling
- HDPE Tee Junction
What is the Flow rate of Butterfly Sprinklers?
Our ½ inch
Butterfly sprinklers produce a flow rate of 3 to 8 liters per minute.
How long to run Butterfly sprinklers
Considering they produce fine sprays of water; you should leave them to irrigate for 40 minutes.
How to Space Butterfly Sprinklers
The best way to space butterfly sprinklers is to make them overlap. The reason is to avoid the formation of a dry patch between butterfly sprinklers.
How far do i Space Butterfly Sprinklers?
It depends on the spray radius. For instance, if a spray radius is 2 M, then, you should space them 1.5 m apart.
Advantages of Irrigating with Butterfly Sprinkler Heads
Cheap Cost: the cost of irrigating with butterfly sprinklers is lower than the cost of running overhead sprinklers.
Affordable; The cost of butterfly sprinklers is cheap
Even water distribution: the butterfly sprinkler head discharges equal amounts of water in all directions.
Durability: Has a long shelf life due to resistant plastic or metallic body material.
Easier to install: they do not require complex installation procedures.
Significant flow rates: Butterfly sprinklers have reliable discharge rates that meet the irrigation requirements for most crops.
Applications of Butterfly Sprinklers
- Irrigation of vegetables and small crops in the open fields.
- Lowering temperature in greenhouses. Works in an upside-down position.
- Lawn irrigation
- Irrigation of small spaces such as gardens, vegetable fields, and backyards.
