What is the largest sprinkler I can use with just a garden hose?
Q: What is the largest sprinkler I can use with just a garden hose?
A: A garden hose connected to a spigot on city water or a domestic well usually has a flow rate of 10-12 gpm, with a working pressure of 40-60 psi.
We have sprinkler carts, sleds, and tripods, which will connect to a garden hose and accommodate common household flow and pressure. Products listed in our "Lawn and Garden" category is the best place to start looking for products that connect to a standard garden hose.
*Note: Not all garden hose applications are the same and the above-mentioned specifications are a generalization. It is important to find out your flow rate and pressure are with a flow and pressure test kit available on our webstore.
Models we offer that connect to a garden hose:
- Sprinkler Carts – SS1, SS2, 1000F, and 1000R
- Residential Sled Base Sprinklers – Jumbo Sled, Wobbler Sled, Impact Sled, and Rotor Sled
- Tripod Sprinklers – 1092K, 1085K and 1093K
- Travelers – RG25