How to Use This Calculator
- Enter the total amount of water available for irrigation (in gallons).
- Specify how many hours per day you want to irrigate.
- Input the Gallons Per Hour (GPH) rating of your drip irrigation system.
- Enter the number of zones in your irrigation system.
- Click the "Calculate" button to determine the optimal runtime.
Understanding the Results
- Maximum Runtime (Days): Shows how many complete days your system can operate with the available water.
- Total Runtime (Hours): Shows the total number of hours the system will run during the calculated runtime period.
- Water Usage (Gallons): Estimates the total water consumption during the runtime period.
Practical Tips
For optimal results, consider these tips:
- Adjust your daily irrigation hours based on plant water requirements and local climate conditions.
- For systems with multiple zones, water each zone separately for more efficient distribution.
- Consider installing a rain sensor to automatically adjust irrigation based on actual rainfall.
- Regularly check your system for leaks or inefficiencies that could increase water usage.