

Shrub Adapter One Barbed Outlet And Screen MAXIJET
Product Overview
Missing or malfunctioning drip adapters during the height of the growing season can lead to localized plant failure and costly vegetation loss. When your crews are on-site for a scheduled installation or repair, a single missing fitting forces an unplanned return trip, wasting valuable labor hours and disrupting your project timeline. With peak summer demand driving supply shortages across the industry, waiting until you run out is a major risk for your business. Planning your inventory now ensures that you can complete every zone on schedule and keep your clients’ landscapes thriving through the heat.
The Maxijet Shrub Adapter provides a superior connection point compared to generic fittings that often suffer from loose tolerances or debris clogs. By integrating a barbed outlet and a protective screen into a single unit, this adapter eliminates the need for separate components and reduces potential leak points. This streamlined design saves your crews time during assembly and minimizes the long-term maintenance costs associated with clearing clogged emitters. Stocking these professional grade adapters gives you a competitive edge by ensuring every micro-irrigation system you install is reliable, efficient, and built to withstand fluctuating field pressures.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Material | High Impact UV Resistant Polymer |
| Connection Type | One 1/4 inch Barbed Outlet |
| Inlet Size | 1/2 inch Female Pipe Thread (FPT) |
| Internal Filter | Removable Integrated Screen |
| Pressure Rating | Up to 50 PSI |
| Color/Finish | Black |
Available Models & Sizes
This Maxijet adapter is available in the standard 1/2 inch FPT inlet configuration with a single barbed outlet; please contact our sales team for bulk volume pricing or information on multi-outlet configurations and alternative screen mesh sizes to fit your specific project requirements.
Key Features
- Heavy duty polymer construction provides long term resistance to UV degradation and chemical exposure.
- Integrated internal screen prevents debris from entering the micro-tubing to protect downstream emitters.
- Sharp barbed outlet ensures a secure grip on 1/4 inch drip tubing without the need for clamps.
- Standard 1/2 inch FPT threading allows for seamless integration with existing risers and pvc pipe fittings.
- Compact profile reduces the visual footprint of the irrigation hardware in finished landscape beds.
- Labor saving design combines filtration and adaptation into one component for faster field assembly.
Common Applications
- Commercial landscape irrigation
- Residential lawn and garden systems
- Municipal parks and public spaces
- Greenhouse and nursery operations
- Potable water supply systems
- Erosion control and stormwater systems
Installation Notes
Apply a small amount of thread sealant or PTFE tape to the 1/2 inch male riser threads before hand-tightening the adapter. Push the 1/4 inch distribution tubing firmly onto the barb until it seats completely against the body. Periodically remove the internal screen to flush out trapped sediment, ensuring optimal flow and preventing pressure loss across the zone. Always follow local plumbing codes and ensure your system includes a primary pressure regulator to stay within the recommended operating range for micro-irrigation components.