A: Hi, there! Thanks for your question. No, this tubing has an ultraviolet inhibitor added for resistance to sunlight deterioration. Thanks!
by|May 1, 2024
Q:What is the thickness of this tubing?
by|Feb 21, 2024
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A: Hi, George! Thanks for your question. This tubing is .5” thick. Thanks!
by|Feb 21, 2024
Q:Which barbed connectors can I use with the Torro 1/2” tubing.
by|Apr 7, 2021
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A: The barbs that Home Depot stocks will work. If you're doing much tubing and drippers I highly recommend the deluxe hole punch which runs about $10.00 at Home Depot and well worth the cost. If you are running 1/4 inch tubing off the barbs you will save your fingers by dipping the 1/4 inch tubing in a cup of hot water for 30 seconds or so before before attaching the barb. If I am doing a project with many drippers I precut the the 1/4 inch line at about 18-24 inches and attach the barb at one end and the selected dripper at the other and then just have to do the punches on my knees. This saves a lot of time and discomfort.
by|Mar 5, 2023
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A: We do not currently sell barbed fittings into this channel. We recommend using our Tri-Lock fittings, but Toro barbed fittings for .71OD tubing may be available through a Toro distributor. Thank you.
by|Apr 9, 2021
Q:What compression couplings do I use?
by|Apr 3, 2021
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A: Hi SS, the compression couplings DIG1/2 in. 0.710 OD Compression Coupling Model# C43 and for other fittings just go to, on Home Depot web site or in the store, Drip Irrigation Fittings and puckout what you need
by|Apr 5, 2021
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A: The proper fittings are: “T” = 53170, Coupling = 53168, and Elbow = 53169. Thank you.
by|Apr 7, 2021
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Q:Why is this Toro Blue Stripe tubing labeled as "1/2 tubing"? What about it measures 1/2"? The Inside diameter = .62" (5/8"), and the Outside diameter = .71" (almost 3/4"). Why is it called "1/2" tubing"?
by|Apr 19, 2020
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A: The ½” denotation is a nominal measurement that has been used in the industry for many years. The exact measurements listed in your question are accurate.
by|Apr 15, 2024
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A: It's 1/2" tubing and 1/2" fittings work with it. And there's no industry standard for sizing so that's why.
Why is a 2x4 piece of lumber not 2" x 4"?
by|Apr 21, 2020
A: HI ewl, How cares all fittings that will fit are 1/2" labeled Look at Dig tubing is labeled 1/2" and is .600 ID x .700 OD and to get fussy that is also 3/4" inside dia. So if you look at Rain Bird it is closer to what you seem to want .54 in. I.D. & .63 in. O.D. So maybe that is what you should get as that is the only one that will fit your requirements. But funny thing is all fitting for any of the mfr's all use the same fittings.
by|Apr 21, 2020
Q:Our winters can get down to zero occasionally. My drip system is under a couple inches of mulch. Will this be enough protection during the winter? Or should I pull up the hose and store for the winter?
Also why do you not recommend using compressed air to blow all water out of the lines after draining?
by|Oct 3, 2018
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A: Thank you for your question. Draining your system should give it ample protection. Drip systems designed for low-pressure. Applying an extremely high amount of pressure during the blowout process could cause damage to tubing, connections, or fittings.
by|May 6, 2023
Q:Funny hose I have is black with blue stripe it goes onto barbed elbow half inch Male to three eighths barbed. Is this t
by|Aug 14, 2018
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A: Thank you for your question. Funny Pipe and Blue Stripe Drip Irrigation Tubing are two different products with different dimensions. Each product has specific connection devices.
by|May 5, 2023
Q:How hot does this handle heat? In AZ where temps can get 120F will this fail? thanks
by|Dec 16, 2017
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A: This tubing can be used in hot climates.
by|May 5, 2023
A: The blue stripe works well in Arizona above ground, exposed to the elements. Had problems with other manufactures tubing in service at the same time, but not the blue stripe. In my area, we are always on the high end of the temperature range during the summer months.
by|May 5, 2023
A: Toro Blue Stripe tubing is tested under harsh conditions and is used all over the state of AZ. Personally, I find Blue Stripe tubing to be the most flexible, kink resistant, long-lasting tubing on the market (I have used most of them over the years). My personal installation, in the hot Inland Empire area of CA, has been installed (exposed) for 5 years without a single issue.
by|Apr 10, 2022
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A: Hi FamilyJ I lived in AZ Phoenix area for 20 years and used this the whole time and never had a problem and it was laying on the ground. I had almost a whole roll out all year long
by|Apr 21, 2020
A: The hose will get even hotter if exposed. Bury it and you'll be fine.