Specification
Performance Data Notes
• R-VAN tested on 4 inch (10.2cm) spray
bodies.
• Performance data taken in zero wind
conditions.
• Radius refers to recommended
spacing to achieve optimal
precipitation rate and distribution
uniformity with head to head spacing.
• Square spacing based on 50%
diameter of throw.
• Triangular spacing based on 50%
diameter of throw.
• Single row applications are not
recommended.
• Installation on Rain Bird 1800SAM-P45
spray bodies recommended in sandy
environments.
• Performance data derived from tests
that conform with ASAE and ASABE
Standards; ASAE S398.1; ASABE/ICC
802-2014.
Specications
• The R-VAN nozzle shall have a variable
arc that is adjustable without a tool at
specied operating pounds per square
inch (bar).
• The R-VAN nozzle shall have a radius
that is adjustable without a tool at
specied operating pounds per square
inch (bar).
• The R-VAN nozzle shall have multiple
arced streams and have a matched
precipitation rate of ___ in/h (mm/h).
• The R-VAN nozzle shall have a variable
arc of 45° to 270°.
• The R-VAN nozzle variable arc shall be
capable of covering a ___ foot (meter)
radius at ___ pounds per square inch
(bar).
• The R-VAN nozzle shall have a discharge
rate of ___ gallons per minute (l/m).
• The R-VAN nozzle angle of the
trajectory shall vary from 4 to 34°.
• The R-VAN nozzle shall be constructed
of UV-resistant plastic. The protective
metal cap shall be of stainless steel.
• The R-VAN nozzle shall include a
removable mesh screen to protect
the nozzle against clogging. Nozzles
include a green screen (58 mesh / 305
Microns), or a white screen (35 mesh /
508 Microns) depending on the model.
• The R-VAN nozzle shall have a
precipitation rate matched with Rain
Bird 5000 Series MPR Rotor Nozzles.
• The R-VAN nozzle shall have a 3 year
trade warranty.
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How To Specify
R-VAN 18-360
Model
R-VAN Adjustable Rotary Nozzle
Radius Range
8’ - 14’ (2.4 to 4.6m)
R-VAN14: 45° - 270°
R-VAN14-360: 360°
13’ - 18’ (4.0 to 5.5m)
R-VAN18: 45° - 270°
R-VAN18-360: 360°
17’ - 24’ (5.2 to 7.3m)
R-VAN24: 45° - 270°
R-VAN24-360: 360°
Strip Nozzles
R-VAN-LCS: 5’ x 15’ (1.5 x 4.6m)
R-VAN-RCS: 5’ x 15’ (1.5 x 4.6m)
R-VAN-SST: 5’ x 30’ (1.5 x 9.1m)
For Optimum Performance,
Use Rain Bird 1800 or RD1800
Spray Bodies with 45 PSI
(3.1bar) Pressure Regulation
PR S