How to Choose Emitter Spacing
The benefits of closer emitter spacing are numerous but are all related to more effective water movement. By keeping emitters spaced at close intervals, water flows laterally quicker, ensuring a continued wet strip along the row.
In addition, more emitters per meter provides greater protection against crop loss if an emitter becomes blocked. When you use Rivulis® T-Tape, closer emitter spacing intervals do not need to come at an extra cost. Because Rivulis® T-Tape has emitters manufactured into the tape itself, as opposed to inserted molded emitters, there is no cost difference per meter between 10 emitters per meter and two emitters per meter for example.
The Best Strength by Far
Rivulis T-Tape is stronger and therefore easier to retrieve in the field. In addition, the seam provides an extra layer of protection to the built-in. This tape snaps instead of stretch.
8 Mil is lightweight, but tough and best for short or one season crops in medium tilled soils.
T-Tape’s Clogging Resistance
Even filtered water can contain particles, posing a risk of clogging. Rivulis T-Tape addresses this challenge with a high number of inlet filters per emitter, acting as micro-filters to help block contaminants. Its reverse chevron design promotes turbulent flow, enhancing clog resistance, while the slit outlet opens under pressure and closes at system shut-off to reduce the risk of soil ingestion.
