SPRINKLER TALK FORUM - You Got Questions, We've Got Answers

I am just curious.......does any contractor here or individuals use the Matched Percipitation Rate (MPR) nozzles on their installs..? I just went through an entire reconfiguration on my system and was contemplating these nozzles (GREEN 30'). It seems logical to use these nozzles to achieve same water laydown from a 1/4 to Full circle on my lawn, but i haven't heard much on these nozzles from this forum...I also figured if they were that great, MANY people would mention these nozzles more frequently here.

I have looked at about 2 or 3 systems from random houses that use these rotors, seems like all the rotors have the size 3 nozzle installed in them, isn't this a waste a water in the corners and maybe not enough in 1/2 or full circles..? Your input is greatly appreciated..Thanks.

drpete, Wetboots, Nestors, none of you use these nozzles...? I see your comments almost on a daily basis, just wondering what you guys think of these MPR nozzles.

Very interesting...I can see how it would be time consuming to change nozzles in every gear driven sprinkler, but i can also see its very much worth it if you can save water from not overwatering your corners (or even your pressure from well installations as myself). I will go ahead and try these nozzles and report back on this thread in a few weeks or so, i yet to turn my system fully on, it has been raining ALOT these past few weeks here in Burley, Idaho.

Last year i converted a few of my zones from Impact (Maxi Paw) to Gear driven (Rainbird 5000 plus), i was so satisfied with the performance, this year i switched the remaining 17 out. I did a major reconfiguration on my system, by lowering heads per zone. I have a well and it puts out 13 GPM at 48 PSI. Bought a Hunter pro C, 7 Irritrol 2400T valves, Added pre-built Manfolds, RB funny pipe and fittings, ran all new wires, you name it. I ran into this site last year, and mustard enough courage and Back strength to do it myself. All you guys have been really helpful, Thanks a bunch, saved myself a few thousands.

Rewarding you ask...? Definately. I was contemplating hiring a professional to do this work, lowest quote was $1400 plus, just to retro fit my existing system. This does not include the price of the rotors and Hunter pro C.