PLD

Built For Reliability and Efficiency, Hunter PLD is Professional Grade

Hunter PLD applies water slowly and evenly for consistent distribution. Water soaks in gradually, easily reaching its intended goal. What sets Hunter PLD apart is its pressure compensation system with a built-in check valve that helps prevent emitter clogging and water loss, as well as ensuring even flows on all terrains and lateral lengths. From an installation standpoint, it’s flexible, kink and UV resistant. Whether it’s a flowerbed, a shrub bunch, or other creative landscape configurations, Hunter’s PLD provides a reliable, efficient solution every day.

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Features

In-line pressure-compensating emitters provide consistent high-quality performance
Built-in check valve prevents emitter clogging and wasteful runoff
Available emitter spacing of 12", 18", or 24"
Emitter flow rates available in 0.4, 0.6, or 1.0 GPH
Blank tubing available (no emitters)
Comes in 100, 250 and 1,000 ft. rolls
Superior flexibility and kink resistance
Works with Drip Zone Control Kits
100' rolls available in models PLD 0612100, PLD 1012100, and PLD 1018100
Warranty period: 5 years (2 additional years for environmental stress cracking)

Models

PLD fittings Features

Deal for use with all PLD drip line products
Quick and easy connections without using tools or glue
UV resistant
Same color as original PLD drip line for a perfect blend under mulch

PLD Fittings Model Chart

PLD-050	PLD-075	PLD-CPL	PLD-ELB
1/2" MPT x 17 mm barb	3/4" MPT x 17 mm barb	17 mm Barb x barb coupling	17 mm Barb x barb 90° elbow

PLD-050

PLD-075

PLD-CPL

PLD-ELB

1/2" MPT x
17 mm barb

3/4" MPT x
17 mm barb

17 mm Barb x
barb coupling

17 mm Barb x
barb 90° elbow

PLD-TEE	PLD-CAP	PLD-BV
17 mm Barb x barb tee	17 mm Barb x 1/2 MPT with cap	17 mm Barb x barb shut-off valve

PLD-TEE

PLD-CAP

PLD-BV

17 mm Barb x
barb tee

17 mm Barb x
1/2 MPT with cap

17 mm Barb x
barb shut-off valve

PLD075TBTEE	PLD-AVR
¾" FPT x 17 mm barb tee	½" MPT air/vacuum relief valve

PLD075TBTEE

PLD-AVR

¾" FPT x
17 mm barb tee

½" MPT
air/vacuum relief valve

PLD INSERT FITTINGS

MODEL	DESCRIPTION
PLD050	Barb to 1/2" MPT Adapter
PLD075	Barb to 3/4" MPT Adapter
PLDCPL	Barb to Barb Coupling
PLDELB	Barb to Barb, 90° Elbow
PLDTEE	Barbed Tee
PLDCAP	Barb to End Cap
PLDBV	Barbed Valve
PLD075TBTEE	3/4" FPT x 17 mm Barb Tee
PLDAVR	Air Relief Valve

SPECIFICATION BUILDER

MODELS	SPACING	LENGTH	OPTIONS
PLD-04 = 0.4 GPH Flow	12 = 12" 18 = 18" 24 = 24"	100 = 100' 250 = 250' 1K = 1,000'	(blank) = No option R = Reclaimed
PLD-06 = 0.6 GPH Flow
PLD-10 = 1.0 GPH Flow
PLD-BLNK = Blank
Note: 100' rolls only available in models PLD-06-12-100, PLD-10-12-100, and PLD-10-18-100

EXAMPLES

PLD-04 - 12 - 250	0.4 GPH landscape dripline with 12" spacing in a 250' roll
PLD-06 - 12 - 100	0.6 GPH landscape dripline with 12" spacing in a 100' roll
PLD-10 - 24 - 250 - R	1.0 GPH landscape dripline with 24" spacing in a 250' roll, with reclaimed option
PLD-BLNK - 100	100' Roll of blank tubing
PLD - AVR	1/2" MPT air relief/anti-vacuum valve

Micro Irrigation Comparison Chart

Improving Landscapes One Drop at a Time For small spaces and unique water savings needs, Hunter’s Micro Irrigation solutions deliver water efficiently and effectively.	[1]	[2]	[3]	[3]	[4]
	Micro Spray [1]	PLD [2]	PLD-ESD [3]	ECO MAT [3]	RZWS [4]
QUICK SPECS
Emitter Spacing		12, 18, 24"	12"	12"
Flow Rates	Variable 0-28.6 GPH	0.4, 0.6, 1.0 GPH	0.6 GPH	0.6 GPH	0.25 or 0.50 GPM
Non-Draining (Check Valve)					Optional
Warranty	1 Year	5 Years (+2 for environmental stress cracking)	5 Years	5 Years	2 Years
Advanced Features
Fleece Technology
Pressure Compensation
Non-Draining (Check Valve)					Optional
Strata Root System
Adjustable Radius
APPLICATION
Reclaimed Water	No	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Subsurface Installation
Subsurface Turf Installation
Potted Plants
Hedge Rows/Dense Plantings
Residential Gardening
Roadway Medians
Green Roof
Trees		(Tree Rings)

Specifications

Pressure compensating, non-draining emitters
Operating pressure range: 15 to 50 PSI
Recommended filtration: 120 Mesh
Accepts 17 mm insert fittings

PLD Application Rates

PLD application rates in inches per hour

Emitter Flow Rate = 1.0 GPH
Row Spacing	Emitter Spacing
Row Spacing	12"	18"	24"
12"	1.6	1.1	0.8
14"	1.4	0.9	0.7
16"	1.2	0.8	0.6
18"	1.1	0.7	0.5
20"	1.0	0.6	0.5
24"	0.8	0.5	0.4

Emitter Flow Rate = 0.6 GPH
Row Spacing	Emitter Spacing
Row Spacing	12"	18"	24"
12"	1.0	0.6	0.5
14"	0.8	0.6	0.4
16"	0.7	0.5	0.4
18"	0.6	0.4	0.3
20"	0.6	0.4	0.3
24"	0.5	0.3	0.2

Emitter Flow Rate = 0.4 GPH
Row Spacing	Emitter Spacing
Row Spacing	12"	18"	24"
12"	0.6	0.4	0.3
14"	0.6	0.4	0.3
16"	0.5	0.3	0.2
18"	0.4	0.3	0.2
20"	0.4	0.3	0.2
24"	0.3	0.2	0.2

Resources

Literature

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PLD Brochure [5]

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PLD Product Spec Cut Sheet [7]

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Metric

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PLD Warranty [8]

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Español

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Türkçe

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Micro Irrigation Brochure [10]

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Drip Design Guide [13]

Photos

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PLD Photos [14]

Specifications

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PLD Landscape Drip Specifications [15]

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PLD Installation Detail - DWG [16]

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PLD Installation Detail - DXF [17]

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PLD Installation Detail - PDF [18]

Support

Topic	Title [19]	Rating [20]
FAQs	Can Hunter PLD be buried under grass? >> Read More [21]	4
FAQs	Does Hunter manufacture air release valves for PLD? >> Read More [22]	4
FAQs	Does Hunter manufacture reclaimed (purple) drip tubing? >> Read More [23]	3
FAQs, Installation Procedures	How do I choose the right emitter flow rate, the correct emitter spacing and the appropriate row spacing for my landscape? >> Read More [24]	5
FAQs	How would you calculate application rates using drip line? >> Read More [25]	3.65
FAQs, Installation Procedures	Is pressure regulation necessary when using drip irrigation? >> Read More [26]	4
FAQs	What are the different flow rates available in Hunter PLD drip tubing? >> Read More [27]	4
FAQs	What is blank PLD (Professional Line Drip) used for? >> Read More [28]	3
FAQs, Installation Procedures	What PLD roll lengths are available from Hunter? >> Read More [29]	3
FAQs	Will Hunter PLD fittings work with other manufacturer's drip tubing? >> Read More [30]	4.25