Flow meter length feedback

[emil]

@azdavidr

He wanted to try to install a non-ball-valve version of the 1" x 3/4" fitting recommended in the 3/4" copper instructions.

@azdavidr, I assume he was looking for this fitting? I think it’s in high demand

@nmstough

Maybe its the case that you need some straight pipe, but why is it the case that you need the 1" piece.

@nmstough, the 6" of 1" pipe before the flow meter is needed to stabilize the water flow to avoid turbulence and inaccurate usage readings.

@nmstough

Why wasnt the flow meter designed with 3/4"ends since that is what most people have for their irrigation line

Regionally, pipe size and type vary. Same as indoor/outdoor installations for the controller.

We launched the product as a 1" flow meter and will reassess if other sizes are needed in the future.

@nmstough

Your explanation of the ball valve doesn’t cut it since in the instructions there is one 3/4"x1" reducing coupling required at the other end where the 1" extra piece has to be joined to the 3/4" existing pipe.

We’ll update the install instructions to reflect this. From a cost perspective, it’s cheaper to use the 3 fittings than 4; pricing below:

3 fittings:

1. 1 in. x 3/4 in. Brass Push-to-Connect Reducer Coupling x1 = $16
2. 1 in. Brass Push-to-Connect PVC IPS x CTS Conversion Coupling x1 = $19
3. 1 in. PVC IPS x 3/4 in. CTS Brass Push-to-Connect Ball Valve x1 = $25

TOTAL: $60

4 fittings:

1. 1 in. x 3/4 in. Brass Push-to-Connect Reducer Coupling x2 = $32
2. 1 in. Brass Push-to-Connect PVC IPS x CTS Conversion Coupling x2 = $38

TOTAL: $70