Intermittent Mist Set-Up for Propagation

gloria125 Greensboro, AL May 22, 2007

Searching back through the threads in this forum, people have used battery operated timers to set up an intermittent mist system for propagation. Using 1/2 tubing with inserted mist heads attached to a frame, suspended above a bench or bed, the only problem is to get a timer that will provide the right On/OFF cycle for the mist heads. Battery operated timers that have been used are the Nelson timer #5850, and Melnor #3060. Both of these are probably outdated at this point. According to Amazon reviews, the Melnor #3060 has been changed by the manufacturer so that it no longer works well for misting. Any suggestions?

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gloria125 Greensboro, AL May 26, 2007

Here is an intermittant mist battery operated timer that was recommended to me, if anyone is interested in mist propagation:

http://www.dripirrigation.com/drip_irrigation_info.php?cPath=34_44&products_id=84

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km6wt Shasta Lake, CA Jun 24, 2007

The DIG propagation timers are designed for misting, and have very flexible programming control.

I like the 510.075P as a dedicated complete setup (valve is included).

Many people like the 5006-IP because it handles 6 stations (you add the valves).

http://www.easycart.net/ecarts/dripsupply/TIMERS_PROPAGATION.html

Regards,
Mont

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gloria125 Greensboro, AL Jun 24, 2007

Thanks km6wt. I have been Fogg-it nozzles on continuous mist for about 4 hours/day and I really am using too much water. We are in a major drought here and it looks like it is going to continue, so it is time for a major overhaul of my mist system.

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