DarkTank 2000ft 5/8" Drip Tape Irrigation Kit — 16 mil Reinforced Silver Reflective, 6" Emitter Spacing, 156 Fittings

DarkTank 2000FT 5/8" 16 Mil Drip Tape Irrigation Kit is a heavy-duty, silver-reflective drip tape system with 6" emitter spacing designed for precise, water-saving root-zone irrigation and increased durability against pecking, heat, and wear.

This complete kit pairs a long roll of reinforced 16 mil polyethylene drip tape with 156 accessories so you can layout, connect, and terminate a reliable low-pressure irrigation network across gardens, greenhouses, and small farms. The silver reflective surface reduces surface heat and discourages birds and pests that commonly damage black drip tape, while the integrated emitters deliver measured flow directly to the root zone for efficient water use.

How does this drip tape save water and improve plant health?

By releasing water directly at the root line through emitters placed every 6 inches, the system minimizes evaporation and runoff common with overhead sprinklers. Consistent, low-rate delivery helps maintain even soil moisture without saturating foliage.

• Emitters spaced 6" apart for uniform root-zone coverage
• Each emitter flows about 0.8 GPH for slow, steady watering
• Direct-to-root irrigation can reduce water use up to 80% versus sprinklers
• Low-pressure operation up to 30 PSI for efficient distribution

Why choose a 16 mil reinforced drip tape with a silver reflective surface?

The thicker 16 mil construction of the DarkTank tape provides superior tensile and burst strength compared with thinner tapes, extending service life under daily use. The silver reflective finish lowers soil surface temperatures and creates a visual deterrent to birds and animals that otherwise peck or bite ordinary black tape.

• Reinforced PE material resists tearing, punctures, and aging
• Silver surface reflects sunlight to reduce root-zone heat
• Reflective finish deters pecking and biting by wildlife
• Rated for wear, sun exposure, and cold-weather performance

What does the kit include and how easy is installation?

The kit comes with 2000 feet of 5/8" drip tape pre-manufactured with emitters every 6" plus 156 fittings to connect, branch, and terminate lines. Basic tools and a simple layout plan are all you need to assemble runs for straight rows, patch planting, or multi-bed systems.

• 2000 ft of 5/8" drip tape with 6" emitter spacing
• 156 accessories: end plugs, couplers, tees, elbows, flow clips, and valves
• Works with common low-pressure irrigation supply lines and filters
• Simple push-in fittings let you cut, join, and branch without special crimp tools

Can this system handle different climates and planting setups?

Yes — the reinforced PE construction and anti-aging additives make the tape robust in sunny, cold, or variable conditions. The flexible design supports linear rows, scattered plantings, and greenhouse beds while emitting a precise flow suitable for seedlings through mature plants.

• Durable under sun exposure and cold temperatures
• Compatible with gardens, lawns, greenhouses, and farms
• Suitable for seedlings, vegetable beds, flowerbeds, and trees
• Flow and spacing support both dense beds and spaced plantings

Who is this for: Gardeners, small-scale farmers, and greenhouse managers who want a robust, long-length drip system that reduces water waste and resists animal damage. It’s ideal for anyone installing multiple rows or large beds who needs dependable, low-maintenance irrigation with measurable emitter output and enough fittings to build complex layouts. If you need help planning or installing the system, DarkTank provides customer support to answer setup and usage questions.