Rotors and Rotary Sprinklers

Rain Bird Rotor Sprinklers set the standard for durability, and come stocked with features which ensure reliable performance. There's a Rain Bird rotor for every application -- for low pressure and steep slopes, in high wind areas, with non-potable water, even areas where vandalism could be a problem. Choose Rain Bird rotors to get the job done, and get the results you're seeking.

3500 Series Rotor Pop-Up Sprinklers

Primary Applications:

The 3500 Series Rotor is an easy to use short to mid-range 1/2" gear-drive rotor, offering value and convenience for residential applications. Utilizing a simple flat-bladed screwdriver, the 3500's arc adjustment is quick and easy.

This versatile rotor offers an attachable nozzle tree with six superior performing Rain Curtain nozzles and the convenience of reversing full and part circle operation (up to 360 degrees) in one unit. Plus, a nozzle removal feature and easily removable filter screen makes maintenance a breeze.

All of this, an affordable price and a 3-year factory warranty makes the 3500 Series one rotor that is easy to use, easy to buy and tough to beat!

Features and Benefits:

• Top-adjust arc adjustment requiring only a flat-blade screwdriver
• Three year professional customer satisfaction policy.
• Shrub and 4" models available
• True 4" (10 cm) pop-up (measured from center of nozzle)
• 40- 360° Arc Part-Circle arc rotation and reversing Full-Circle rotation in one
• Attachable nozzle tree of six Rain Curtain™ nozzles
• Radius adjustment screw allows up to 35% radius reduction without changing nozzles
• Quick Check Arc/Fast Forward
• Dual action, positive stop wiper seal protects internals from debris and assures positive pop-up and retraction
• Self-adjusting stator does not require replacement when changing nozzles
• Water-lubricated gear-drive design for durable, reliable operation
• Easily removable filter screen
• Nozzle removal feature
• Arc setting factory preset at 180° for installation convenience
• Optional non-potable cover for easy identification of reclaimed water
• Optional Seal-A-Matic (SAM™) check valve holds up to 7 feet (2,1m) of elevation change, to prevent puddling and erosion caused by low head drainage

5000/5000 Plus Series Rotors
The Next Evolution in Rotor Performance

• Greener grass with less water – Rain Curtain™ nozzles deliver superior uniformity
• Even greater water savings with optional in-stem pressure regulation (PRS)
• Faster to install with matched precipitation rate using MPR nozzle set

Features

• Faster maintenance with a new self-cleaning arc adjustment screw
• The 5000/5000 Plus/5000 Plus PRS Series Rotors are available in 4”, 6”, 12”, Shrub, and Stainless Steel (5000 Plus/5000 Plus PRS 4” & 6” only) models
• Standard rubber cover for extra protection. 5000 Plus/5000 Plus PRS feature a green cover while the 5000 features a black cover
• Heavy-duty cover assembly for extra durability in residential or commercial applications
• Rain Curtain™ Nozzles
• The 5000 Plus features a Flow Shut-Off device to stop the flow of water to a particular head while the system is still in operation.
• Slip clutch mechanism for quick adjustment on installation
• Heavy-duty retract spring assures positive pop-down
• Tree of nozzles including four low angle (Angle of Trajectory 10°) and eight standard angle Rain Curtain™ Nozzles (Angle of Trajectory 25°) provides 25 to 50 (7,6 to 15,2 m) distance of throw
• Award-winning MPR nozzle set simplifies design and installation by providing matched precipitation from 25’ to 35’ (7,6 to 10,7 m) (see page 52)
• Top-adjust arc adjustment requiring only a flat-blade screwdriver
• Five-year trade warranty
• 40 - 360° arc rotation and reversing full circle rotation in one. (A nonreversing full circle only unit is also available)
• Radius adjustment screw allows up to 25% radius reduction without changing nozzles
• True 4” (10 cm), 6” (15,2 cm) and 12” (30,5 cm) pop-up (measured from the cover to the nozzle)
• Pressure-activated multi-function wiper seal protects internals from debris and assures positive pop-up and retraction
• Reinforced flow path for additional side load strength
• Additional O-rings and seals for extra protection in “gritty” water
• Optional stainless steel riser helps deter vandalism on public turf areas (4” and 6” 5000 Plus/5000 Plus PRS only)
• Optional pre-installed Rain Curtain™ nozzle on most popular nozzles
• Optional Seal-A-Matic (SAM)™ check valve holds up to 7 feet (2,1 m) of elevation change, to prevent puddling and erosion caused by low head drainage
• Optional non-potable purple cover for easy identification of reclaimed water