A rain gun sprinkler is a micro-irrigation device designed for discharging huge water volumes hence covering a wider radius. Its high performance is mainly attributed to the presence of a tripod stand that gives it stability when irrigating crops.
7 Beautiful Reasons We Can’t Help But Fall in Love With A Rain Gun
Wíth the increased levels of industrialization manufacturers are designing equipment that allows users to carry out their tasks with ease. A good example is the main gun sprinkler that can irrigate a piece of land efficiently while at the same time using less amount of water.
Consider the following when looking for one;
JET BREAKER
It is the most important element of a rain gun since it reduces the force of the droplets which is key when dealing with delicate crops. It allows users to adjust the intensity at which water is going to be sprinkled on a farm to avoid damaging crops and hence incurring losses.It should also have a longer mouth for it to sprinkle water with force.
ACCURACY WHEN IRRIGATING
The main gun has a nozzle diameter ranging from 10 to 30mm and a radius of 20 to 60metres. This allows you to cover a large area at once by mounting it in a specific place before moving to the next perimeter while at the same time maintaining uniformity which is key in a farm.
MODEL
Different rain guns have different performance levels which are mainly influenced by temperature, wind, velocity, and humidity. For instance, when you are spraying in a windy condition the jet breaker should be of high intensity to be able to withstand the force of the wind and sprinkle water to the right area.
SPRINKLING FREQUENCY
Always ensure that the main rain gun you are purchasing can reach all corners of your farm. A bigger farm would require a wider diameter, radius, and long hose pipe as compared to watering your home lawn where the area to be covered is smaller than a farm.
MATERIAL
Look out for a rain gun that has a wider diameter and radius so as for you to be able to cover a wider area and avoid interfering with the crops and soil structure. Also, ensure that the hose pipes are of premium quality since it acts as a conveyor belt, and this will ultimately affect the rain gun sprinkler price in Kenya.
SHAPE
They come in different shapes and sizes and this is mainly influenced by their ability to sprinkle water that reaches wider areas. Look out for a rain gun that has a smaller mouth meaning that it will have a higher force when discharging water hence covering a wider space.
PRICE OF THE RAIN GUN
This is influenced by the diameter of the nozzles, the tripod stand, and the type of hose pipe. Longer diameter and hose pipe will translate to it being expensive since it covers a larger surface area while a smaller radius and diameter translates to it being less expensive and suitable for home use.
The rain gun has proven to be a very essential equipment as it can sprinkle crops without breaking or interfering with crop setup.
