16mm Irrigation Grommet for Drip Tape Take-Off Fittings

HGDN supplies the 16mm drip tape rubber grommet for take-off fittings for distributors, importers, irrigation contractors and commercial farm projects. Sealing insert installed in a prepared hole in a main irrigation pipe before fitting a take-off connector or valve. Final compatibility is confirmed against the buyer’s approved sample and order specification.

Key Features

• Circular sealing profile with central opening.
• Flexible rubber-like material supports a tight pipe penetration.
• Small lightweight component suitable for high-volume packing.
• Used together with take-off connectors, valves and branch fittings.

Common Supply Specification

Product type	Irrigation grommet / sealing washer for take-off fitting
Nominal system	Commonly used with 16mm drip tape take-off assemblies
Material	Flexible elastomer or rubber-like sealing material; EPDM, NBR or equivalent must be selected by order
Color	Black shown in local image
Shape	Round flange with central through-hole and sealing lip
Function	Seal the hole between the main pipe and take-off connector
Hole compatibility	Final hole diameter matched to the selected grommet and connector
Temperature reference	Outdoor irrigation service; compound and range confirmed by material selection
Packaging	Small bags, inner boxes or carton bulk packing
Customization	Compound, hardness, size, color and packing subject to sample/tooling
Inspection	Outer diameter, inner diameter, thickness, elasticity and sealing fit

Applications

PE/PVC mainline branch take-offs, greenhouse manifolds, farm irrigation headers, orchard systems and drip tape project kits.

Manufacturing, Quality Control and Packaging

Each order should be produced against an approved specification covering nominal size, connection geometry, material option, color, sealing parts and packing quantity. Production checks should include molding finish, dimensions, lock or plug retention, handle movement where applicable, sealing fit and leakage under the agreed pressure. HGDN can provide bulk bags, cartons, labels and export packing according to the order.

B2B Custom Supply

HGDN supports agricultural distributors, importers, irrigation contractors and commercial farm projects. Buyers can specify quantity, color, logo, packaging, label, sample matching, compatible tape or pipe, destination market and required delivery schedule. The final material grade, pressure test value and carton configuration are confirmed before production.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is a rubber grommet used in a drip irrigation take-off?

Install the grommet in a correctly sized hole in the main pipe, then insert the matching take-off fitting through its center so the flexible material seals around both surfaces.

What does an irrigation grommet do?

It seals the interface between a drilled main pipe and a take-off connector or valve, helping prevent leakage around the hole.

Does the grommet come with a take-off connector?

It may be supplied separately or as part of a project kit. The grommet, hole and connector dimensions must be specified as a matched set.

How is the correct hole size selected?

Select the hole cutter from the grommet’s outside profile and the connector inlet, not from the 16mm lateral size alone. Use the approved sample or drawing.

Can the material and bulk packing be specified?

Yes. Compound type, hardness, dimensions and pack quantity can be quoted after sample or drawing approval.