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Summarization of Contents
Overview
Why Choose a Nelson Big Gun Sprinkler
Key benefits and advantages of Nelson Big Gun sprinklers.
Primary Applications
Lists the main areas where Big Gun sprinklers are used.
Design Guidelines
Sprinkler Selection
Factors for choosing the right Big Gun sprinkler model.
Connections
Details on sprinkler connection types and adapters.
Trajectory
How sprinkler trajectory affects performance and coverage.
Nozzle and Pressure
Importance of selecting correct nozzles and operating pressure.
Secondary Nozzles
Role and selection of secondary nozzles for uniformity.
Spacing and Uniformity
Guidelines for sprinkler spacing and application rates.
Application Rate
Calculation and importance of irrigation application rate.
Water Quality
Considerations for water quality in irrigation systems.
Operation
Best practices for operating Big Gun sprinkler systems.
Rotation Speed
Factors affecting and optimizing sprinkler rotation speed.
Riser Design
Critical aspects of designing and installing sprinkler risers.
Hydraulics
Importance of hydraulics in riser design for pressure.
Stabilization and Thrust
Ensuring riser stability and managing thrust forces.
Riser Straightness
Proper vertical installation for optimal performance.
Counterbalance Kits
Using kits to ensure even rotation on tilted risers.
Riser Material
Selecting appropriate materials for riser durability.
Riser Height and Protection
Ensuring correct height and protecting risers.
Air Relief, Pressure Relief, and Isolation
Systems for air/pressure relief and isolation valves.
Drain-Down
Preventing system drain-down and its effects.
Riser Examples
Portable Systems (QC Valve Box)
Example riser assembly for portable systems using QC valves.
Permanent Systems
Example riser stabilization for permanent systems.
Design Examples
Manual vs Automatic Systems
Compares manual, semi-auto, and auto portable systems.
Center Pivot Corners
Designing Big Gun systems for center pivot corners.
Sports Fields
Applying Big Gun sprinklers to sports field irrigation.
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