{"product_id":"16mm-barbed-inline-tap","title":"Barbed Inline Tap","description":"\u003ch3\u003eBarbed Inline Tap\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBarbed Inline Tap\u003c\/strong\u003e is a simple manual shut-off valve designed for installation directly into flexible irrigation pipework. Available in \u003cstrong\u003e16mm and 25mm\u003c\/strong\u003e sizes, it allows growers to control or completely isolate water flow through individual sections of an irrigation system. The barbed connections provide a secure push-fit connection with compatible flexible pipe, making these taps a practical addition to \u003cstrong\u003ehydroponic systems\u003c\/strong\u003e, nutrient delivery networks and automatic watering installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManual \u003cstrong\u003einline irrigation tap\u003c\/strong\u003e for controlling water flow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in \u003cstrong\u003e16mm and 25mm\u003c\/strong\u003e sizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBarbed connections provide a secure fit inside compatible flexible irrigation pipe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllows sections of a watering system to be isolated without shutting down the entire installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for controlling reservoir lines, header pipes and irrigation zones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUseful for system maintenance, servicing and component replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimple manual handle provides straightforward flow control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstalls directly inline without threaded plumbing connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for \u003cstrong\u003ehydroponic irrigation\u003c\/strong\u003e, grow room watering systems and general garden irrigation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact design makes it easy to incorporate into existing pipework\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBarbed Inline Tap\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInline irrigation shut-off valve\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable Sizes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16mm and 25mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e16mm Version\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFor compatible 16mm irrigation pipe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e25mm Version\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFor compatible 25mm irrigation pipe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnection Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBarbed push-fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInline within flexible irrigation pipework\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlow Control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable Applications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHydroponic irrigation, reservoir lines, watering systems and irrigation zones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho It’s For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBarbed Inline Tap\u003c\/strong\u003e is ideal for growers building or modifying a \u003cstrong\u003ehydroponic watering system\u003c\/strong\u003e who need an easy way to isolate individual pipe runs. It is particularly useful between reservoirs, pumps, grow systems and separate irrigation zones, allowing sections to be switched off for maintenance or adjustment without draining or disabling the complete watering network. Choose the \u003cstrong\u003e16mm or 25mm inline tap\u003c\/strong\u003e to match the internal diameter of your compatible irrigation pipe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the tap size that matches your irrigation pipe and identify where you want to control or isolate the water flow. Make a clean, \u003cstrong\u003estraight cut through the pipe\u003c\/strong\u003e so both ends sit evenly against the valve. If the tubing is difficult to push onto the barbs, place the end of the pipe in \u003cstrong\u003ehot water\u003c\/strong\u003e briefly to soften it, then push it firmly over the barbed connection until fully seated. Repeat on the opposite side of the tap and allow the pipe to cool so it contracts securely around the barbs. Once installed, turn the handle to open or close the water supply as required. Check both connections for leaks before putting the \u003cstrong\u003eirrigation system\u003c\/strong\u003e into normal operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note: tap design and colour may differ from picture. 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