Rain Bird SPXFLEX100 1/2-Inch Extra Flexible Swing Pipe, 100 Feet
Brand: Rain Bird | SKU: SPX100 | Model: SPXFLEX100
Product Overview
Build flexible connections between irrigation lateral lines and spray heads or rotors with Rain Bird SPXFLEX100 swing pipe. The 100-foot coil can be cut for individual assemblies, helping position sprinkler heads around hardscape and uneven ground.
Key Features
- Extra flexible tubing routes around obstacles near sprinkler locations.
- Textured outer surface provides grip when working in wet conditions.
- Kink-resistant construction helps with routing during installation.
- Works with compatible SB Series spiral barb fittings for twist-in tubing connections.
Common Uses
Installing spray or rotor swing assemblies, relocating sprinkler heads, and adjusting head placement where a rigid connection would limit positioning.
Technical Specifications
- Manufacturer model / item: SPXFLEX100 / A82060.
- Store SKU: SPX100.
- Nominal size: 1/2 inch.
- Material: Linear low-density polyethylene.
- Maximum operating pressure: 80 psi.
- Maximum operating temperature: 110°F (43°C).
- Connection: Compatible Rain Bird SB Series spiral barb fittings.
Dimensions
- Coil length: 100 feet (30 m).
- Inside diameter: 0.49 inch.
Compatibility & Installation Notes
Select spiral barb fittings with the threaded ends needed for the sprinkler and lateral-line connection. Cut the tubing to suit each assembly and twist compatible barbs into the tubing without glue or clamps. Consider pressure loss for swing-pipe lengths longer than 36 inches, as directed in Rain Bird’s installation tips. Do not use a torch to soften the tubing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the 1/2-inch size and the inside diameter?
The 1/2-inch designation is the nominal swing-pipe size. Rain Bird lists an inside diameter of 0.49 inch for SPX-FLEX tubing.
What fittings should I use?
Use compatible Rain Bird SB Series spiral barb fittings to connect the tubing in a flexible swing assembly. Their barbed connections install by twisting into the tubing without glue or clamps.
Can I use the entire 100-foot coil for one sprinkler connection?
The coil is intended to be cut into lengths for individual swing assemblies. Rain Bird recommends considering pressure-loss calculations for lengths longer than 36 inches. Keep operation within 80 psi and 110°F.
Why Buy from Big Frog Supply?
Choose this 100-foot SPXFLEX100 coil when you need to cut several sprinkler swing connections to suit the site. Its textured, extra flexible tubing helps route around hardscape, while the 0.49-inch inside diameter matches the intended SB Series spiral barb connections. Check the 80 psi and 110°F operating limits and select fitting threads to match each sprinkler before ordering.






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