Distribution Uniformity

Distribution Uniformity

These figures are achieved at operating pressures of 4 bar in calm conditions at a uniform post spacings as shown of 40m on flat contour. (note: currently using 41m)

Test 2 = PF 24 with 12mm bird cage nozzle with thrusting bias.

  • Sprinkler operating at 4BAR.
  • Departure velocity is approximately 120 km per hour.
  • Throw radius 33 meters, i.e. 66 meters diameter in calm conditions.
  • Distribution uniformity (DU) at 92.65%

Average application rate = 8.98mm/hour at 4 bar.

*Distribution Uniformity         Low ¼ average volume                       8.32mm

                                                     Average volume                                 8.98mm

                                                     Distribution Uniformity                        92.65%

*Calculate the Distribution Uniformity DU = Low quarter average volume ÷ average volume