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Summarization of Contents
Overview
Why Choose a Nelson Big Gun Sprinkler
Highlights the advantages of Nelson Big Gun sprinklers, focusing on quality, durability, options, and automation.
Primary Applications
Lists the main areas where Big Gun sprinklers are used, including agriculture, sports fields, and industrial uses.
Key Products and Accessories
Showcases key products and accessories like sprinklers, nozzles, valves, and wireless controls.
Design Guidelines
Sprinkler Selection
Guidance on choosing the appropriate Big Gun sprinkler model based on application needs and system requirements.
Portable Systems with QC Valve/Key
Utilizing the Nelson Quick-Coupling (QC) Valve/Key system for portable setups and its specific applications.
Trajectory
How sprinkler trajectory affects throw distance, stream height, droplet patterns, wind drift, and uniformity.
Nozzle and Pressure
Details on selecting the right nozzle and maintaining adequate operating pressure for optimal sprinkler performance.
Spacing and Uniformity
Determining optimal sprinkler spacing and application rates for uniform water distribution and soil intake.
Water Quality
Considerations for water quality, especially regarding nozzle plugging and potential corrosion issues.
Operation
Best practices for operating Big Gun sprinkler systems, including automation and balancing full/part-circle arcs.
Rotation Speed
Importance of adjusting rotation speed for steady sprinkler performance, uniformity, and preventing stalling.
Riser Design
Key factors in riser design, including hydraulics, stabilization, material, height, and protection.
Riser Examples
Illustrative examples of riser assemblies for both portable and permanent irrigation systems.
Design Examples
Manual vs Automatic Systems
Comparison of portable manual, semi-automatic, and automated solid set systems for labor and investment trade-offs.
Center Pivot Corners
Designing solid set sprinkler layouts to blend with center pivot coverage in field corners.
Sports Fields
Installation methods and layout examples for using Big Gun sprinklers in sports field irrigation and turf maintenance.
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