Please see the Blumat Information page for detailed information on Blumats. In a nutshell, The Tropf (tropf is Austrian for drip) Blumat has become the ideal watering method for growing in greenhouses, for indoor gardening, on decks and in planter boxes, as well as for certain kinds of outdoor plants. It's the evolution of drip irrigation.
Description Traditional drip irrigation systems generally emit water in one or two places. This distributes moisture unevenly, hindering plant growth, and making sensors inaccurate. Blusoak plant rings even out the moisture creating consistent conditions for the Blumat sensors to monitor. The Blumat sensor gives you precise control over the moisture content in your container. You can easily change the moisture setting if you have temperature, humidity, or life cycle changes. All the components in this kit can function at very low pressure allowing for gravity systems as well as pressurized sources. What You Might Need (Not included in kit): Connection to your water source (either thru-hull bulkhead fitting for gravity systems, a pressure reducer, or a Blumat pump for larger systems) 8mm Supply tube to connect your water source to your Blumats Additional Hold-Down stakes or 3mm tubing Fittings (tee's, elbows, couplers, etc.) Instructions for plant ring set up are here. To properly install the Blumat Sensor, see the Tropf Blumat Installation Guide here. Components This Kit Includes: 5’ of Blusoak 2.0 Drip Tape (IG18206) 3mm to Blusoak Tee (IG18838) 3’ of 3mm Drip Tube (IG16021) 1 Maxi 9” Blumat Sensor (IG14618) Blumat Protective Cap (IG15510) 3 BluSoak Stakes, Mega (IG16320) BluSoak to 8mm Barbed Adapter (AG15807)
$32.00
DescriptionLike our standard Blumat Pressure Reducer but with 3/4"" hose thread output!The standard Blumat pressure reducers work great for most systems. But for larger systems that need a higher flow rate, this becomes a better choice. This also works better when there's a long distance between the pressure reducer and your plants.A TRUE REDUCER - Not just a flow controller that only works with high flows, these reduce pressure in Blumat systems with extremely low flow ratesEASY TO INSTALL - Uses standard 3/4"" hose thread for both input and ouput sidesHIGH QUALITY - Built to last from ABS plastic and designed for longest life Blumat systems need constant low pressure — much less than municipal home and farm pressure. These reducers insure a constant pressure.Often, people call flow restrictors "pressure reducers" and they can reduce pressure — but only if the system has a high flow. These true pressure reducers take input an pressure up to 87 psi and drop it down to 7.5 psi (.5 bar) output. Ideally suited for Blumat and other drip irrigation systems, lowering the pressure also prevents tubing connections from coming apart and creating a flood. In gravity systems, you don't need a reducer unless you have a storage tank high up a hill, 35' or more vertical. Horizontal distance doesn't make much difference.3/4" Female Hose Thread input, 3/4" Male Hose Thread output, Max pressure in 87 psi, output pressure limited at 7.5 psi max
$54.57
DescriptionThe standard Blumat pressure reducers work great for most systems. But for larger systems that need a higher flow rate, this becomes a better choice. This also works better when there's a long distance between the pressure reducer and your plants.A TRUE REDUCER - Not just a flow controller that only works with high flows, these reduce pressure in Blumat systems with extremely low flow ratesEASY TO INSTALL - Uses standard 3/4"" hose thread for both input and ouput sidesHIGH QUALITY - Built to last from ABS plastic and designed for longest life Blumat systems need constant low pressure — much less than municipal home and farm pressure. These reducers insure a constant pressure.Often, people call flow restrictors "pressure reducers" and they can reduce pressure — but only if the system has a high flow. These true pressure reducers take input an pressure up to 87 psi and drop it down to 15 psi (1 bar) output. Ideally suited for Blumat and other drip irrigation systems, lowering the pressure also prevents tubing connections from coming apart and creating a flood. In gravity systems, you don't need a reducer unless you have a storage tank high up a hill, 35' or more vertical. Horizontal distance doesn't make much difference."3/4" Female Hose Thread input, 3/4" Male Hose Thread output, Max pressure in 87 psi, output pressure limited at 15 psi maxA TRUE REDUCER - Not just a flow controller that only works with high flows, these reduce pressure in Blumat systems with extremely low flow ratesEASY TO INSTALL - Uses standard 3/4" hose thread for both input and ouput sidesHIGH QUALITY - Built to last from ABS plastic and designed for longest life Blumat systems need constant low pressure — much less than municipal home and farm pressure. These reducers insure a constant pressure.Often, people call flow restrictors "pressure reducers" and they can reduce pressure — but only if the system has a high flow. These true pressure reducers take input an pressure up to 87 psi and drop it down to 15 psi (1 bar) output. Ideally suited for Blumat and other drip irrigation systems, lowering the pressure also prevents tubing connections from coming apart and creating a flood. In gravity systems, you don't need a reducer unless you have a storage tank high up a hill, 35' or more vertical. Horizontal distance doesn't make much difference.3/4" Female Hose Thread input, 3/4" Male Hose Thread output, Max pressure in 87 psi, output pressure limited at 15 psi max
$52.77
Description This kit include 100 feet of BluSoak (IG18206)
$102.90
Description Keep those long rows, planter boxes, or plants against a fence in good watering shape. This kit includes 50 feet of BluSoak with a Blumat sensor and fittings. If the ground is flat and the moisture evenly spread out, you can put the sensor directly in the ground. If uneven elevation or soil types, you can put the sensor in a pot or container and use tht to adjust the moisture levels. If you manually turn the water on and off or use a timer, you can use the Blumat sensor as a flow controller.
$42.00
Description An easy and economical way to automate a Blumat and/or BluSoak system. Just attach this to a 24/7 water line and gravity will take care of the rest. For small systems, this is a simple way of controlling your pressure without needing an expensive pressure regulator - just make the reservoir higher for more water, lower for less. The included fittings give you a choice of connecting to your water supply line with either a 1/2" male pipe thread, a 3/4" FHT, or an 8mm Blumat line. If your water source has over 50 psi pressure, add this (or similar) high quality but inexpensive pressure reducer: IG16309. Components This Kit Includes: 1 - Side-Mounted Float Valve 1 - 3/4" FHT x 1/2" FPT Swivel Adapter 1 - 8mm BULKHEAD / Through-Hull Tank Connector 1 - Roll of Teflon Tape 1 - Garden Hose Adapter - 3/4" Male Hose Thread (MHT) to 8mm Barbed Insert 1 - 5 Gallon Bucket w/ Lid 1 - Basket Strainer 12" x 2.4" 18 mesh
$76.93
Description Punch into a drip line, and use these transfer barbs to get into 1/8" or 3mm tubing. 10-Pack of barbs
$2.86
Description Easily keep your irrigation reservoir topped off and ready for use. Just drill a 3/4" hole and install this float valve assembly. It attaches to almost any supply line and automatically keeps your reservoir full. For small systems, this is a simple way of controlling your pressure without needing a pressure regulator. You can control the pressure by just changing the reservoir height or by adjusting the float valve. The included fittings give you a choice of connecting to your water supply line with a 1/2" MPT, a 3/4" FHT, or an 8 mm barb. The float valve system will cut off the flow of water to the tank once the water level inside has reached a certain level and then automatically replenishes the water in the 5 gallon bucket; as the plants are irrigated. This method is cost saving as it does not require complicated and pricey components such as pressure reducers and flow restrictors. These systems let you hook up to any water supply; city water, rain barrel, pressurized reservoir system, without needing a pressure reducer, flow restrictor or even Blumats. Instructions Step 1: Bore a ¾ inch hole into the reservoir *Take note to not make it too close to the ridge of the bucket. Step 2: Place in the threaded side on the inside of the bucket. Apply the rubber piece first and then the plastic piece on the outside of the bucket and then screw it down - right against the plastic. Before it's fastened make sure it is the right way up! Step 3: Once you have it tightened, the float valve is installed. Components This Kit includes: 1 PVC 3/4" FHT x 1/2" FPT Swivel Adapter (IG15639) 1 Garden Hose Adapter - 3/4" Male Hose Thread (MHT) to 8mm Barbed Insert (IG16584) 1 Side-mounted Float Valve (IG18361) 1 (WP16223)
$27.30
Description Get started using Blumats with our simple, low-cost Starter Kit. If you only have a few plants or you'd like to learn how Blumats work before converting over to a larger system, this kit is just right for you. This kit is made for a gravity-fed system (does not include fittings to attach to a hose bib or pressure system). Increase your yields and decrease grow times. Our fully-automatic, self-watering systems save time, water, and nutrients - and still ensure healthier, more potent, and faster-growing crops. Our starter kits are perfect for landscapers and home gardeners. They're easily installed with a pair of scissors and connect directly to your hose, tap, or rain barrel with the help of the Pressure Reducer. Includes ten 5” carrots and all parts required for a gravity-fed system. Reservoirs should be at least 3' above ground-level. An optional Pressure Regulator attached to garden hose or faucet can provide enough water for up to 500 Blumat Carrots (See 'Related Products'). If your reservoir does not have a thru-hull installed, you will have to drill a hole into your reservoir bucket and install a thru-hull piece. For our customers' convenience, we also sell 5-gallon reservoirs with thru-hulls already installed. The Tropf Blumat system is great for watering balcony boxes, planters, hanging baskets, and row crops. It fulfills the needs of the plants on an individual basis, regardless of their location, light levels, or plant type. Our systems save your plants from excessive and improper watering. The Tropf Blumat system remain suitable for plant groupings that require consistent moisture, such as vegetable gardens, bushes, flower beds, grow bags and greenhouse containers. Not only do your plants receive the right amount of water, slow and consistent dripping ensures that your plants receive warmed water, avoiding shock. This Deck and Planter Kit is a great way to start your customized irrigation system. The flexible system can be expanded to include up to 500 drippers. See 'Blumat Accessories' to expand your system to your specific needs. How it works The Tropf Blumat self-watering system functions automatically. As the soil dries, a vacuum and hydro-static pressure, coupled with a spring-loaded gating mechanism, pulls water from the main line. When the soil is sufficiently moist, pressures equalize, and the Tropf Blumat automatically stops taking in water. Each Blumat Outdoor Sensor in the Deck and Planter Set covers an area 12 inches in diameter. To expand and customize your own system, add additional Supply Hoses, Outdoor Sensors, and Distributor Drippers. PLEASE NOTE: Tropf Blumat systems do not include a Pressure Reducer. You will need this if you are connecting your system to a threaded spigot, such as your hose/home water supply or the spigot on a rain barrel or reservoir. The Pressure Reducer is in 'Related Products' below. This system does not include a water source. See 5-gallon Reservoirs below, sold with or without thru-hulls installed. Let us know if we can help you select the right products for your custom irrigation system! Components This Kit Includes: 10 Blumat Carrots (5") (IG17188) 1 Thru-The-Hull Adapter for Attaching to a Reservoir (Reservoir Not Included) (IG16901) 1 3mm-to-8mm End Piece (IG15986) 7 meters of 8mm Blumat Tubing (IG15634) (See related products for a 5-Gallon Water Reservoir and optional Pressure Reducer, which are not included in this kit, but may be required to set up a complete and functioning system.)
$121.55
Description This product is a "save a trip to the hardware store", you may be able to find 5/8" tubing cheaper but we have decided to add it to our website out of convenience. This is an extremely high quality 5/8" braided flex tubing that is transparent in design and made to be Food Grade and NSF compliant. Use this flexible tubing to easily run you water into your Blumat system. We normally use it only to run water into our pump systems, but these can be used in the same way any water supply line is run.
$203.70
Description Tape Coupler w/Valve
$4.22
Description PERFECT FOR RAIN BARREL(S) - Ideal for automating gravity-fed irrigation and drip irrigation kit(s)! NO PRESSURE REQUIRED - Unlike competitors, this timer has no minimum pressure requirement! AUTOMATIC GRAVITY WATERING - Unlike rainbird, rachio 3, and orbit timers, this will work w/ gravity! BLUSOAK/EASYSOAK COMPATIBLE - Fittings for 3/4", 1/2", and 8mm included! WIRELESS, WIFI-FREE, BATTERY POWERED - No wifi, no wires, no excessive EMF, just batteries! Forget wasteful lawn sprinkler(s), so-called smart sprinkler controller(s), and systems with excessive drip irrigation parts. This timer is so low-fuss and user-friendly that you'll be throwing away your water sprinklers for lawns, rainbird, rachio 3, and orbit systems. This is the perfect battery-powered timer for any garden watering system, but is ideally suited for gravity-fed systems.Other irrigation timer(s) and wifi sprinkler controller(s) require a minimum pressure input to operate. These timers generally require 10-15PSi to function--but not this gravity system timer. It allows for drip system integration from rain barrel(s) or passive gravity-powered garden irrigation system(s). Intervals can be set anywhere from 1 hour to 1 week, with on times capable of being set to 1 minute up to 120 minutes.This could also be used as garden hose timer, water hose timer, watering timer, outdoor hose timer, hose timer outdoor, hose faucet timer, but it will really shine as a drip irrigation timer and/or garden water timer. Components The following fittings are included: IG15639 3/4" FHT x 1/2" FPT Swivel (IG15639) 3/4" Garden Hose Quick-Connect IG15716 1/2" MPT x 1/2" Barbed Insert (IG16263) IG15540 1/2" MPT x 8mm Barbed Insert (AG15807) This timer uses 2x AA batteries, which are not provided. Dials operate the intervals and on-time, and the timer has a 3/4" Female Hose Thread (FHT) Input (perfect for garden hoses), and a 3/4" Male Hose Thread (MHT) output.This will work ideally with BluSoak and EasySoak Drip Tape watering systems.
$50.40
