Pinch Drip Emitters

Installing the Pinch Drip Emitter is quick and requires no special insertion tools.

Step 1: Punch the Hole
Using a standard irrigation hole punch (like the Key Punch or Pocket Punch), create a hole directly into your 1/2" or 3/4" mainline tubing where you want to place the emitter.

Step 2: Identify the Inlet
Locate the colored side of the Pinch Drip Emitter. This colored barb contains the built-in filter and is the water inlet that goes into the tubing.

Step 3: Insert the Emitter
Squeeze the emitter firmly between your thumb and forefinger. Push the colored barb into the punched hole until you hear or feel a "snap," confirming it is locked in place.

Step 4: Attach Micro Tubing (Optional)
If your plant is further away from the mainline run, you can push a piece of 1/4" micro tubing onto the black outlet nipple to deliver water precisely to the plant's root zone.

What sizes of tubing can I connect the Pinch Drip Emitter to?
The Pinch Drip Emitter pushes directly into 1/2 inch or 3/4 inch mainline tubing using a standard hole punch. You can also connect it to the end of 1/4 inch micro tubing for targeted watering.

Its flat design makes it exceptionally useful on mainline runs where traditional top-heavy emitters might get bumped or dislodged.

How does the self-flushing feature on the Pinch Drip Emitter work?
The Pinch Drip Emitter uses a turbulent flow design that continuously clears small debris during operation. Additionally, the built-in inlet filter helps prevent larger particles from entering the device.

While the emitter has great internal protections, we always recommend installing a main system water filter at your faucet to ensure maximum longevity for all your drip components.

As I expand my garden this spring, can I add more Pinch Drip Emitters to my existing line?
Yes! You can easily add a new Pinch Drip Emitter anywhere along your existing 1/2 inch or 3/4 inch mainline tubing. Simply use a hole punch and push the colored barb directly into the line.

Spring is the perfect time to adjust your system for new plantings. Because they are point-source emitters, you only place them exactly where you need water, making system expansion incredibly simple without having to cut the pipe.

Which direction do I install the Pinch Drip Emitter?
The Pinch Drip Emitter is one-directional. You must always insert the colored side, which features the built-in filter, into your mainline or micro tubing. The black side is the water outlet.

Because of the ergonomic shape, squeezing the emitter between your thumb and finger allows you to easily pop the colored barb into a pre-punched hole without using specialized insertion tools.