This drip irrigation runtime reference table shows the runtime for a range of water required values, assuming a total system flow of 8 litres/hour. Every figure is computed with the same engine that powers our Drip Irrigation Runtime Calculator, so the numbers are exact.
| Water required | Runtime | In hours |
|---|---|---|
| 10 litres | 75 | 1.25 |
| 20 litres | 150 | 2.50 |
| 30 litres | 225 | 3.75 |
| 40 litres | 300 | 5.00 |
| 60 litres | 450 | 7.50 |
| 80 litres | 600 | 10.00 |
| 120 litres | 900 | 15.00 |
| 200 litres | 1,500 | 25.00 |
| 280 litres | 2,100 | 35.00 |
| 400 litres | 3,000 | 50.00 |
How to use this table
Find the row closest to your water required and read across to the runtime. For a value between two rows, the real figure sits between them — or enter your exact numbers in the Drip Irrigation Runtime Calculator for a precise answer.
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