Rain Bird SW05-10PSX Button Dripper Emitter

Product Description

The RAIN BIRD SW05-10PSX is a button dripper emitter designed for drip irrigation systems. It delivers a controlled, low-volume flow of water directly to the root zone of plants, reducing evaporation and runoff. This type of emitter is a core component in residential and commercial drip irrigation layouts, installed by irrigation professionals and landscaping contractors. The compact button-style body mounts directly into distribution tubing and provides consistent output under normal operating pressure. At 0.055 pounds, it is lightweight and easy to handle during installation.

Button dripper emitters like the SW05-10PSX are used in landscape beds, container plantings, vegetable gardens, and orchard rows where precise water delivery is required. They are well suited for residential drip systems as well as commercial irrigation zones that require uniform emitter placement. The emitter connects to standard polyethylene distribution tubing and is typically used alongside pressure-compensating or non-pressure-compensating drip networks depending on the site conditions.

Key Features

• Button-style emitter body for direct insertion into drip distribution tubing
• Low-volume output delivers water directly to the root zone
• Reduces water waste by minimizing evaporation and surface runoff
• Lightweight construction at 0.055 pounds for easy field handling
• Sold individually, allowing flexible system design and spot replacement

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or addition for standard residential and commercial drip irrigation systems using polyethylene distribution tubing.

Installation Notes

Irrigation professionals and experienced landscapers typically install button dripper emitters. Shut off the irrigation system and depressurize the supply line before inserting or replacing emitters. A punch tool is used to create the correct insertion hole in the distribution tubing. Follow local plumbing and irrigation codes when designing or modifying drip systems.