Watering the lawn is a rather troublesome business if you do this work the old fashioned way. However, recently, devices have appeared on the wide sale that can significantly facilitate this work. These are compact yet powerful drip irrigation systems. They effectively distribute liquid and promote deep soil moisture.

Composition, description, principle of operation

The lawn irrigation system facilitates efficient irrigation of a large area in a short time. Its use will help keep the grass bright, green, fresh for a long time, despite the summer drought.

Lawn watering system

The irrigation system includes the following types of special equipment:

  • Water spraying devices;
  • Compressor to maintain pressure at the same level;
  • Filtering device to prevent clogging of the sprayer;
  • Devices that provide a stable water pressure;
  • A valve that activates and deactivates the device;
  • Connecting pipes.

Some systems are equipped with a controller - a remote control. Also in expensive "watering stations" there are safety valves that protect the device from unexpected pressure drops.

The principle of operation is as follows: when the compressor is turned on, an increased pressure is created in the reservoir with the liquid. Under pressure, the liquid flows through the pipes to the spraying device and then goes outside in the form of fine particles. The size of these particles as well as the spray rate of the liquid can vary.

This equipment has many advantages over the traditional method of irrigating an area or lawn (using a hose and a water tank). When a person waters the grass with water from a hose, it is very difficult to regulate the pressure of the jet, and if the pressure is too high, it is powerfully easy to erode the soil or injure delicate green spaces. The "human factor" is also important: if the user accidentally squeezes or kinks the hose during watering, the liquid will pour out in a strong stream in one direction. This can damage both the lawn and the equipment. Modern irrigation stations do not have this disadvantage.

On a note. Also, the traditional method of irrigation with a hose promotes intensive erosion of the topsoil. As you know, it is in this layer that substances are contained that make the earth fertile. With a uniform spray of liquid, there is no soil erosion. It can only happen if the pressure is incorrectly adjusted.

The main advantage of modern irrigation devices is that they help to keep the lawn in order without much time and effort. For this, it is undoubtedly worth purchasing or making a similar system.

The advantage of modern irrigation devices is that they help to keep the lawn in order.

Irrigation system equipment

Sprinklers

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The lawn water sprinkler promotes effective moisture distribution and deeper penetration into the soil.To speed up the watering of a large lawn, sprinklers should be the most powerful: power is determined by the amount of liquid escaping from the spray bottle at a time.

You can buy a lawn sprayer at any gardening store. It is also sometimes referred to as a lawn sprayer. The particles of water coming out of the spray bottle are so small that they really look like dust or fog.

The simplest sprinkler is a reservoir that is placed on the ground and connected to pipes. A set of horns are attached to the tank, from which water is supplied. You can supply water from all the horns at the same time, you can use only part of them. It all depends on what kind of task the user is pursuing. You can also adjust the distance and spray angle.

Sprinklers

A sprinkler is a device that fully simulates the effect of natural irrigation (rain). In this case, the liquid from the container is distributed as evenly as possible. This is a small device that, when turned off, is difficult to see on the ground among the grass.

Sprinklers

Below are the main sprinkler models:

  • Static - water is distributed only in one direction, strictly at the same angle;
  • Rotary - a turbine functions inside such a sprinkler, which imparts rotation to the water jet;
  • Pulse - inside there is a built-in ratchet mechanism that rotates the fluid flow;
  • Combined - the spray radius can be adjusted.

For small lawns, static models are best.

Sprinklers

The word "sprinkler" can be translated from English as "sprayer". The principle of operation of this type of irrigation equipment is quite simple. A sprinkler is a device that dispenses liquid in small portions.

They are used where you need to spray water at one angle. Most often, sprinklers are used for irrigation along curbs and for planting near buildings.

Lawn Watering Nozzles

Lawn Watering Nozzles

Many industrial production systems are equipped with additional retractable nozzles. Depending on what type of irrigation is required, one or another nozzle is extended. There are also removable attachments that can be purchased separately. Each nozzle provides 3 to 5 irrigation modes.

Drip irrigation

Description of technology

Drip irrigation is used not only for irrigating lawns, but also for watering garden plots, as well as when caring for indoor plants. Essentially, drip irrigation equipment consists of several hoses connected together. Each of these hoses communicates at one end with a reservoir filled with liquid. The other ends are located at different ends of the lawn.

DIY system creation

An automatic drip irrigation system can be designed at home. Any person who loves to make something with their own hands can handle the work. Once upon a time, drawings and diagrams of such equipment were regularly published in DIY magazines and in periodicals for gardeners. The main advantage of a homemade sprinkler is its compactness and ease of use, as well as a long service life.

Do-it-yourself lawn watering

There are a large number of modifications of home-made systems, but the main elements of the drawing and diagram remain unchanged, these are:

  • Irrigation lines;
  • Irrigation line adapter;
  • Pipeline;
  • Plug;
  • Filtering device;
  • Reducer;
  • Check valve;
  • Valve.

A hose is attached to a large water tank, from which several hoses of a smaller diameter depart. Their ends are fixed in different parts of the lawn so that the liquid flows along the grass stalks directly into the soil.

In order to prevent the homemade device from clogging, it is recommended to keep the tank closed. You should also take care of the presence of a filter. The filter will help prevent small debris from entering the hose.The water tank should be installed on an elevated position to ensure uniform water access to all corners of the lawn. Small hoses are attached to the large one with fittings.

Automatic lawn watering

Description

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The automatic lawn sprinkler is easy to use and easy to manufacture. Automation in irrigation significantly improves labor productivity. The auto irrigation system consists of a reservoir with water and a pump that supplies liquid through pipes to the sprinklers.

Principle of operation

An automatic lawn irrigation system is often used in gardens and parks. To care for such lawns, whole watering stations are used - large-sized installations with a large number of functions. Such installations are usually stationary and rather difficult to move.

The principle of operation for installations of different sizes is the same: the liquid under pressure enters the sprinklers, passing through the filter along the way. If the pressure is weak (for example, the pump does not work well), the liquid enters the storage tank, then into the irrigation system. Control is carried out using a remote control.

Automatic lawn irrigation system

DIY equipment

To automate lawn watering, you can make your own equipment. The fan-shaped lawn sprinkler is very popular among modern summer residents. Its main disadvantage is that the device often breaks and becomes clogged. A self-made system does not have such disadvantages. However, the homemade system has a drawback: nozzles from purchased sprinklers do not fit it.

For self-production of an auto irrigation system, you will need the following equipment:

  • Compressor;
  • Filtering device;
  • Pressure regulator;
  • The main pipe and smaller auxiliary pipes that carry the liquid to the sprinklers;
  • Safety valve that protects the system against pressure drops.

The remote control (aka "controller") is a device in the memory of which the system control program is stored. The user sets the time at which the solenoid valves will automatically open and close. This time depends on the watering schedule. Usually the controller is additionally equipped with weather sensors. When it is raining outside, the sensor signals this, and the solenoid valves close for a while.

Pumps for lawn irrigation systems

The pumped lawn watering system minimizes the user's physical effort. Such devices are distinguished by high power, smooth water supply and long service life. This system is a good option for those who need to water frequently.

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There are several types of pumps designed for lawn irrigation. Their size and power vary: from a small compact compressor (for a plot of 6 acres) to a miniature pumping station (for watering lawns in city parks).

The following types of pumps are distinguished:

  • Centrifugal - needed when intensive irrigation is required with a large volume of liquid;
  • Reciprocating - used when water needs to be saved.

Note. If you need to pump a small volume of water from one tank to another, it is best to use a rotary compressor.

Equipment selection rules

When choosing a pump, you should pay attention to the fact that it delivers liquid as smoothly as possible, without jolts and jerks. Rough compressor operation can adversely affect the irrigation quality of your lawn or garden.

It is advisable to choose compressors that automatically turn off and on

If the models presented in stores do not suit you for various reasons, you should try to make the watering pad yourself.

Important! It is advisable to choose compressors that automatically shut down and shut down. If the water in the tank runs out and the compressor continues to run, this can lead to equipment failure.

It is also more convenient to purchase a compact pump that can be easily mounted, dismantled and moved. This is especially important if the equipment is stored in a cold shed or outdoors during the winter.

In order for the compressor to last longer, it is desirable that the unit be equipped with a soft start system. When the pump starts up without jerking or jerking, it will wear out more slowly.

It is also worth paying attention to what sounds accompany the operation of the compressor. If the pump will work indoors, it is better to choose the most "quiet" model.

If the lawn is small, it is best to design the simplest irrigation system yourself. However, when it comes to large space, it is best to purchase the necessary equipment from the store. A competent consultant will help you choose a system of the right size and capacity, depending on the area, shape and type of lawn.