Netafim MegaNet Sprinkler Head, Orange Nozzle, 2.86 GPM, 15° Low Angle (MGN15D-286HO)

Netafim MegaNet Low Angle Impact Sprinkler, Orange Nozzle

On a breezy site, a flatter stream puts more of each gallon on the ground where the crop can use it. This head, Netafim item 63600-008000 and model MGN15D-286HO, throws its water at a low 15°. The orange cap marks a 3.37 mm nozzle with a nominal 2.86 GPM at 33 psi. Less airtime means less evaporation and less drift when the wind picks up. Two identical jets turn a rotating turbine, holding a balanced spin and even distribution. Soft, small drops near the ground keep the soil surface from grooving over a long run. A built-in inlet filter traps particles ahead of the nozzle. The pop-up mechanism opens only while the line is pressurized, so bugs and dirt stay out between cycles. Its UV-protected body tolerates sun, weather and the fertilizers injected into the water. Shade houses, net houses and under-tree blocks also suit the low, flat throw.

Holding Steady Flow With a Sprinkler Pressure Regulator

Flow from any nozzle follows pressure, so a block with long laterals or changes in elevation can drift away from its design rate. The rated window for this head is 29 to 44 psi, measured at the sprinkler. At 36 psi the orange nozzle passes about 2.99 GPM, and at 44 psi about 3.27 GPM. An inline regulator, part 31000-002200, holds a nominal 36 psi outlet with a 3/4 in female inlet and 1/2 in female outlet. Placed under the head, it keeps every position close to that 36 psi figure. On a 33 x 33 ft grid, the orange nozzle then applies about 0.27 in of water per hour. Stretching spacing to 33 x 39 ft brings the rate to roughly 0.22 in per hour. Where the source is a river or pond, filter to 40 mesh, and put a hydrocyclone ahead of sandy well water. All low-angle heads take the gray turbine, part 63620-002100, when it wears. Seat the light-colored locking pin firmly after any service, since it holds the cover and turbine together.

Key Features

• Orange nozzle, 2.86 GPM: Nominal flow at 33 psi, 3.37 mm orifice.
• Low 15° trajectory: Less drift and evaporation in wind.
• Balanced twin jets: Even rotation and coverage.
• Integral inlet filter: Traps particles ahead of the nozzle.
• Pop-up mechanism: Closes when the line is off.
• 1/2 in male thread: Riser, stand or regulator mounting.

Technical Specifications