--- product_id: 16198689 title: "Rain Bird SSF70-50S Drip Emitter Tubing, 1/2\"" brand: "rain bird" price: "R1925" currency: ZAR in_stock: true category: "Rain Bird" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/16198689-rain-bird-ssf70-50s-drip-emitter-tubing-1-2 store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # 0.9 GPH precise flow Pressure-compensating tech Copper Shield root protection Rain Bird SSF70-50S Drip Emitter Tubing, 1/2" **Brand:** rain bird **Price:** R1925 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 💧 Water smarter, not harder — the copper shield your garden deserves! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Rain Bird SSF70-50S Drip Emitter Tubing, 1/2" by rain bird - **How much does it cost?** R1925 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/16198689-rain-bird-ssf70-50s-drip-emitter-tubing-1-2) ## Best For - rain bird enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted rain bird brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Effortless Root Defense:** Patented Copper Shield tech stops root intrusion for maintenance-free irrigation. - • **Flexible & Durable Design:** Copper-colored dual-layer tubing resists UV, chemicals, and algae while bending easily around tight curves. - • **Maximized Water Efficiency:** Direct root irrigation achieves 90% watering efficiency, saving water and boosting plant health. - • **Plug-and-Play Installation:** Micro-porous tubing seals tightly over fittings for leak-proof, hassle-free setup and long-lasting performance. - • **Consistent Hydration, Every Inch:** Pressure-compensating emitters deliver uniform watering across the entire 50-foot tubing. ## Overview The Rain Bird SSF70-50S is a 50-foot, 1/2-inch diameter sub-surface drip emitter tubing featuring patented Copper Shield Technology to prevent root intrusion. It delivers 0.9 gallons per hour per emitter spaced every 18 inches, using pressure-compensating emitters for uniform watering at operating pressures from 8.5 to 60 psi. Its durable, flexible copper-colored tubing resists UV damage, chemicals, and algae, ensuring long-lasting, efficient irrigation with 90% water use efficiency. ## Description Product Description Rain Bird SSF70-50S Drip Irrigation Pressure Compensating 1/2" (0.700" outside diameter) Sub-Surface Emitter Tubing with Copper Shield Technology, 18" Emitter Spacing, 50' Roll, Copper colored. Rain Bird's patented Copper Shield Technology prevents plant roots from growing into the Drip emitters in this unique copper-colored 1/2" Drip tubing. "The Copper-Color Outside Ensures that the Copper Shield is Inside!" Patent-pending Copper Shield Technology is the latest innovation in the Rain Bird Drip Irrigation family protecting emitters from root intrusion for a long-lasting maintenance free system. Sub-surface Drip tubing provides 90% watering efficiency by irrigating plants directly at their roots with low-pressure emitters. Rain Bird's patented emitter design uses a pressure-compensating diaphragm technology to water all plants equally throughout the length of tubing. The design avoids clogging by continuously flushing debris through an extra-wide turbulent flow path. The low-profile emitter reduces in-line pressure loss; allowing longer lateral runs to simplify system design and reduce installation time. The 50' roll of 1/2" tubing features an emitter every 18" with an output of 0.9 gallon-per-hour at an operating pressure of 8.5 to 60 psi. Rain Bird's copper colored dual-layered tubing (copper over black) provides unmatched durability and resistance to UV damage, chemicals and algae growth. A proprietary material blend provides industry leading flexibility allowing tighter turns with fewer elbows for fast and easy installation. Perfect for small, narrow and tight planting areas, as well as areas with tight curves or many switchbacks. Compact coiling method allows tubing to remain coiled as its extracted; making it easy to use, store and eliminates waste. Unique Micro-Porous design creates an ultra-tight connection; tubing expands over fittings then shrinks making it almost impossible to remove without cutting. The resulting seal is completely leak-proof and fittings won’t pull out; just cut tubing to remove fittings and expand. Tubing accepts Rain Bird Easy Fit Compression, Barbed Insert and all other 17mm barbed insert fittings. Specifications: outside diameter 0.700", inside diameter 0.580", wall thickness 0.060". Operating pressure: 8.5 to 60 psi. Flow rate: 0.9 GPH. Rain Bird "The Intelligent Use of Water" From the Manufacturer Rain Bird Corporation is a privately held company founded in 1933 during the agricultural boom in California. We’re recognized as the #1 manufacturer and provider of irrigation products and services in the world. With sales offices around the globe; we offer over 4,000 water-saving irrigation products in more than 130 countries. Since the very beginning, Rain Bird has produced and offered the industry’s broadest range of high-quality irrigation products for: farms, golf courses, sports arenas, commercial developments and homes. Over the past 80-years Rain Bird has received more than 450 patents worldwide. Including the first one for irrigation in 1935 on our original impact-drive sprinkler (U.S. Patent #1,997,901) which revolutionized agricultural food-production and ushered in a new era in irrigation worldwide. In 1990 this original impact sprinkler was designated a historic landmark by the American Society of Agricultural Engineers. Our products cover all aspects of irrigation…timers/controllers, pop-up rotary sprinklers, pop-up spray head sprinklers, sprinkler nozzles, irrigation valves, Drip irrigation, drainage and much more. These products have been chosen and installed worldwide in the largest and most prestigious projects for residential, commercial, agricultural and golf course irrigation. Rain Bird is committed to The Intelligent Use of Water™ extending beyond products to education, training and services for the industry and the community. Our legacy is to design and manufacture only products of the highest value and quality. We’re grateful to have received numerous recognition awards from many of our valued partners. Rain Bird “The Intelligent Use of Water" ## Features - The perfect above or below ground Drip system for turf and non-turf applications - Patented Copper Shield Technology protects emitters from root intrusion - Irrigates plants directly at their roots for 90% watering efficiency - Contains a 0.9 gallon per hour emitter every 18" - Pressure-compensating emitter technology waters all plants equally throughout the length of tubing - Rugged, flexible tubing that's easy to unroll and stake in turf grass, organic gardens, flower beds, shrubs, ground cover or other landscaped areas - Specifications: outside diameter 0.700", inside diameter 0.580", wall thickness 0.060" - Operating pressure: 8.5 to 60 psi ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00VQC9MN2 | | Best Sellers Rank | #16,465 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ( See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ) #16 in Automatic Irrigation Tubing | | Brand Name | Rain Bird | | Color | Copper | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (220) | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00077985038274 | | Included Components | Rain Bird Plastic Drip Irrigation Emitter Tubing 1/2 in. D X 50 ft. L | | Item Dimensions L x W | 3.5"L x 19"W | | Item Length | 50 feet | | Item Type Name | Rain Bird SSF70-50S Drip Irrigation Pressure Compensating 1/2" (0.700" OD) Sub-Surface Emitter Tubing with Copper Shield Technology, 18" Emitter Spacing, 50' Roll | | Item Weight | 9.07 g | | Manufacturer | Rain Bird | | Material Type | Copper | | Maximum Pressure | 60 psi | | Nominal Wall Thickness | 0.06 inch | | Outside Diameter | 0.7 inches | | UPC | 077985038274 | | Unit Count | 50 Feet | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Rain Bird - **Color:** Copper - **Item Length:** 50 feet - **Item Weight:** 9.07 g - **Material:** Copper - **Maximum Pressure:** 60 psi - **Nominal Wall Thickness:** 0.06 inch - **Outside Diameter:** 0.7 inches - **Product Dimensions:** 3.5"L x 19"W - **UPC:** 077985038274 ## Images ![Rain Bird SSF70-50S Drip Emitter Tubing, 1/2" - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71w5PK+8zeL.jpg) ![Rain Bird SSF70-50S Drip Emitter Tubing, 1/2" - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61JP-Gt-CZL.jpg) ![Rain Bird SSF70-50S Drip Emitter Tubing, 1/2" - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91MbjglgoIL.jpg) ![Rain Bird SSF70-50S Drip Emitter Tubing, 1/2" - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81Pcn39q-qL.jpg) ![Rain Bird SSF70-50S Drip Emitter Tubing, 1/2" - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71XqzryGfCL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Can emitters be added between the weep holes if 18" is too far apart? Thank you!** A: I haven't done so, but I imagine it is possible if you clamp the two sides once you put the emitter in. Just be careful not to cut too closely to the weep holes. You won't be able to put the emitter in if you do so because a little plate extends about 1 1/2 inches out from each weep hole. **Q: Is this a recycleable plastic when I tear it out?** A: Yes But it’s made to reuse over and over and over I’ve had mine for over 10 years and it still works fine connections everything but yeah somewhere down the road down it is all recyclable **Q: That I have to set a timer or the water has to be running all the time?** A: I run it on my irrigation schedule as a landscape zone. Running it all the time would be like leaving your hose on all the time. **Q: I see I can add emitters but that defeats the underground advantage. Can I simply put additional holes in the tubing to meet my spacing needs?** A: I do not rec underground use. They have 1/4 inche tubing for side branches to individual plants. No do not cut holes. Insert emmiter. I like the big tool with blade and extraction for the emmiter. The red emmiter I believe are adjustable. The black ones come with .5 gal and 1 gal an hour. Buy both they are cheap. The 1/2 inche tubing is sold without holes. I have two berry plots about 20 ft apart. I use the plain tubing for the 20 ft to save water. For garden time varies due to weather and plants you have in garden. I have timer and set for every 3 days for 39-45 minutes. Look at your plants. If health continue. You do not want to soak the soil. Too much water is harmful. Some of the timers have rain sensors. The timer has to be exposed to rain. Mine aren’t. I just cut off faucet until soil needs water. They systems are reliable. Rain bird has cut off valves you can put inline in case there are ares you want to turn off Ex when planting garden and only have few plants in ground. Rain bird has connectors for anything you might want to do. They are not made for yard irrigation. Lawn mower could suck it up and cut. Mine is 3 years old and looks good as new. Again you need to heat end of tubing in very hot water to soften. This connection an easy job. ## Frequently Bought Together - Rain Bird SSF70-50S Drip Irrigation Pressure Compensating 1/2" (0.700" OD) Sub-Surface Emitter Tubing with Copper Shield Technology, 18" Emitter Spacing, 50' Roll - Rain Bird GS50/10PS Drip Irrigation 6" Galvanized Wire Stake for 1/2" Tubing, 10-Pack - Rain Bird BT50/4PK XFF Tee for 1/2" / 17mm Drip Tubing 4 Pack, Brown --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/16198689-rain-bird-ssf70-50s-drip-emitter-tubing-1-2](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/16198689-rain-bird-ssf70-50s-drip-emitter-tubing-1-2) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-08-07*