Watering Tools
Frequently Asked Questions - ELEY Watering Tools
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Are ELEY watering tools made with drinking water safe materials?
Yes. ELEY watering tools are manufactured using high-quality materials commonly used in applications involving drinking water contact.
For more information, see Drinking Water Safe & Garden Hoses: What You Need to Know.
Do I need a 3/4-inch ID hose or will my 5/8-inch hose work with ELEY watering tools?
ELEY garden watering equipment is machined with standard 3/4-inch Garden Hose Threads (GHT), which is the standard thread used throughout the USA and Canada for virtually all garden hose and watering tools. Even though the inside diameter of any brand of garden hose might be 1/2, 5/8, or 3/4-inch, the fitting on the ends will always be 3/4-inch GHT. As such, ELEY watering tools are compatible with almost any size or brand of garden hose or watering tool sold in North America.
What type of fitting thread is on ELEY watering tools?
ELEY garden watering equipment is produced from 100% drinking water safe, lead-free brass, machined with standard 3/4-inch Garden Hose Threads (GHT), which is the standard thread used throughout the USA and Canada for virtually all garden hose and watering tools. As such, ELEY watering tools are compatible with almost any brand of garden hose or watering tool sold in North America. However, garden hose thread (GHT) is not compatible with NPT (National Pipe Thread), typically found on most steel and brass pipe fittings. So, remember, 3/4-inch GHT is not the same as 3/4-inch NPT.
Are any ELEY watering tools "freeze-proof?"
No. None of our watering tools or nozzles are designed to be freeze-proof. The water would need to be drained out to prevent freeze damage which is not covered by our warranty.
What is the flow, temperature, and pressure rating of ELEY watering tools?
All ELEY watering tools and valves are rated to 165°F (74°C) and 120 PSI (8.3 bar). Hot-water use note: At elevated temperatures, operate at reduced working pressure (like any hose/tool system). Avoid kinking/crushing, keep tools away from external dry-heat sources, and allow equipment to cool before tight coiling or storage.
We cannot provide accurate figures regarding the flow rate (GPM) and pressure (PSI) that you'll experience at the end of your garden hose as several factors contribute to this calculation. These include the length of hose, size of plumbing feeding your faucet, incoming pressure of your city of well supply, as well as the inside diameter of your garden hose and watering tools.
Regarding the inside diameter of ELEY watering tools and hose, please refer to the following inside diameter (ID) table:
All Valves & Nozzles: 0.55-inches (14mm)
Quick-Connectors: 0.75-inches (19.05mm)
5/8" Garden Hose: 0.625-inch (16 mm)
Can ELEY valves be used for indoor use?
No, ELEY products are intended for outdoor use only.
Can ELEY valves be used under constant or continual water pressure?
No. ELEY valves are built for outdoor, intermittent use, not for constant pressure or indoor plumbing. They are rated to 165 °F (74 °C) and 120 PSI (8.3 bar). Continuous pressure can wear out seals and cause leaks—so always shut off the faucet and relieve pressure when not in use.
Do ELEY spray nozzle valves contain Teflon® (PTFE)?
Yes. Certain ELEY spray nozzle valve products use a small PTFE (Teflon®) seal inside the brass valve assembly to support smooth operation and leak-resistant performance. The seal has limited contact with water as it passes through the valve.
ELEY watering products are manufactured using high-quality materials selected for durability, performance, and drinking water contact.
Is plumber's tape or other sealant needed for the threads?
No, you won’t need Teflon® tape, paste, or any other type of thread sealant for ELEY watering tools. With an O-ring gasket in the female fitting, they are designed to seal by simply tightening them onto the end of a garden hose or spigot, just like any other garden hose or watering tool.
Does ELEY make any other style of watering tools?
Products We Offer The only watering tools we design, manufacture, and sell at this time are found on this website. To be notified of future new product releases, please join our subscriber list using our Notification Sign-up Form. Specifically, at this time, we DO NOT make or sell the following watering tools:
- Watering Wands
- Sprinklers
- Timers
- Hose Hangers
- Watering Cans
Brand Recommendations? For watering tools we don't produce, unfortunately, we're not in a position to recommend other brands.
Product Suggestions Customer feedback is given serious consideration at ELEY, and we tabulate all suggestions to help determine popularity. If you have a suggestion for a new product or a product improvement, we'd love to hear from you. Use the following link to submit your feedback. Submit Product Suggestion
Where are ELEY watering tools made?
ELEY products are designed, tested, and supported in the United States. Our product development and customer support teams are based in the USA and focused on creating premium-quality watering products for the North American market.
To achieve the best combination of performance, durability, and value, ELEY works with specialized manufacturing partners both in the United States and overseas.
Current Operations Overview
- Product Design & Engineering: United States
- Customer Support & Marketing: United States
- Garden Hose Manufacturing: United States (Nevada)
- Hose Reel & Watering Tool Fabrication: China
- Warehousing & Shipping: United States
This approach allows us to maintain strict quality standards while offering durable, long-lasting products backed by responsive USA-based customer support and a 10-year warranty.
For more information, visit our History & Overview of ELEY Manufacturing page.
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