5/8-inch Polyurethane Garden Hose

Yes. All ELEY garden hoses use standard ¾-inch Garden Hose Thread (GHT), making them compatible with nearly all hose reels, sprinklers, nozzles, and watering tools sold in North America.

Tip: Avoid connecting brass fittings to aluminum fittings, as this can cause galvanic corrosion over time.

Yes. ELEY garden hoses are designed to be highly kink-resistant during normal use, even when bent or looped.

This is achieved through a combination of advanced materials and construction, including polyurethane with low “kink memory” and reinforced, uniform wall thickness that helps prevent flattening and weak points.

For a deeper explanation, see: What Makes A Garden Hose Kink-Resistant?

Water pressure (PSI) and flow rate (GPM) at the end of a garden hose depend on several factors, including hose length, your home’s water supply pressure, plumbing size, and the type of watering tools being used.

ELEY garden hoses have a 5/8-inch inside diameter, which provides strong, consistent water flow for most residential and professional watering applications. For most home and garden uses, this size delivers more than enough pressure and flow for effective watering, cleaning, and general outdoor use.

Yes. ELEY garden hoses are made from materials that are certified safe for drinking water.

This is due to the materials used in their construction. The hose is made from UV-stabilized, FDA- and NSF-grade polyurethane, and all fittings are made from crush-proof, lead-free brass. Even the internal rubber gaskets are made from drinking-water-safe materials.

Together, these components ensure that water flowing through the hose remains safe to drink and does not leach harmful chemicals.

For more detailed information, see What You Need to Know About Drinking Water Safe Garden Hose.

ELEY polyurethane garden hoses are available with a 5/8-inch inside diameter (ID).

This size provides an ideal balance of water flow, flexibility, weight, and durability, making it the most common and practical choice for residential and professional watering applications.

Yes. All ELEY garden hoses use standard ¾-inch Garden Hose Thread (GHT), making them compatible with nearly all hose reels, sprinklers, nozzles, and watering tools sold in North America.

Tip: Avoid connecting brass fittings to aluminum fittings, as this can cause galvanic corrosion over time.

No. You do not need a separate connector to join two ELEY garden hoses.

All ELEY hoses use standard ¾-inch Garden Hose Thread (GHT) fittings, allowing you to connect them directly—just like any standard garden hose. This also means ELEY hoses can be connected to most non-ELEY hoses, reels, and watering tools that use standard GHT fittings.

Simply screw the male end of one hose into the female end of the other to extend your total hose length.

Tip: Avoid connecting brass fittings to aluminum fittings, as this can cause galvanic corrosion over time.

ELEY garden hoses use standard ¾-inch Garden Hose Thread (GHT) fittings, making them compatible with most hose reels, nozzles, sprinklers, and watering tools used throughout the USA and Canada.

For best results, we recommend using brass, stainless steel, or nickel-plated fittings.

Tip: Avoid connecting aluminum fittings to brass, as this can cause galvanic corrosion over time.

Yes. ELEY garden hose fittings can be replaced or modified using an ELEY Hose Repair Kit.

This allows you to repair a damaged hose or configure custom connections, such as installing the same fitting type on both ends.

For step-by-step instructions and compatible components, see our Hose Repair Kit page.

Garden Hose Thread (GHT) is the standard connection used for outdoor watering products such as hoses, reels, sprinklers, and nozzles. National Pipe Thread (NPT) is used for plumbing and pipe fittings.

Although both may be labeled as ¾-inch, GHT and NPT use different thread designs and are not compatible with each other.

No. Standard hose washers from most hardware stores are not designed to fit ELEY hose fittings correctly.

Because the diameter is slightly different, a typical washer may not seat properly and can shift out of place, leading to leaks.

For a secure, long-lasting seal, we recommend using ELEY O-ring style washers (sold in a 12-pack), which are specifically designed to fit our hose fittings.

Water pressure (PSI) and flow rate (GPM) at the end of a garden hose depend on several factors, including hose length, your home’s water supply pressure, plumbing size, and the type of watering tools being used.

ELEY garden hoses have a 5/8-inch inside diameter, which provides strong, consistent water flow for most residential and professional watering applications. For most home and garden uses, this size delivers more than enough pressure and flow for effective watering, cleaning, and general outdoor use.

Specifications:
Inside diameter: 5/8 inch (0.625 in / 16 mm)
Outside diameter: 7/8 inch (0.875 in / 22 mm)
Maximum working pressure: 150 PSI (10 bar)
Temperature range: -40°F to 165°F (-40°C to 74°C)

Hose weight by length:
6.5 ft: 1 lb (2 lb filled with water)
12 ft: 1.7 lb (3.25 lb filled)
25 ft: 4 lb (7 lb filled)
50 ft: 7 lb (14 lb filled)
75 ft: 11 lb (21 lb filled)
100 ft: 14 lb (27 lb filled)
125 ft: 18 lb (34 lb filled)
150 ft: 21 lb (41 lb filled)
175 ft: 25 lb (48 lb filled)
200 ft: 28 lb (54 lb filled)

Hot-water use note:
At elevated temperatures, operate at reduced working pressure. Avoid kinking or crushing the hose, keep tools away from external dry-heat sources, and allow equipment to cool before tight coiling or storage.

Yes. As hose length increases, both water flow (GPM) and pressure (PSI) will decrease—but in many cases, the difference is small and may not be noticeable.

For a 5/8-inch garden hose, water flow typically decreases by about 0.01 GPM per foot of hose:

• 50 ft: ~0.5 GPM reduction
  
• 100 ft: ~1.0 GPM reduction
  
• 200 ft: ~2.0 GPM reduction
  

Hose length also affects pressure. For every foot of hose, pressure decreases by approximately 0.1 PSI:

• 50 ft: ~5 PSI reduction
  
• 100 ft: ~10 PSI reduction
  
• 200 ft: ~20 PSI reduction
  

In most cases, the watering tool (such as a sprinkler or nozzle) has a greater impact on flow than hose length. Reduced pressure over longer distances may slightly decrease sprinkler range or spray distance, but for most home and garden use, even longer hose lengths still provide sufficient pressure and flow for effective watering.

*Based on a 5/8-inch hose laid straight on level ground with no attachment at the outlet.

Yes. ELEY garden hoses are designed to be highly kink-resistant during normal use, even when bent or looped.

This is achieved through a combination of advanced materials and construction, including polyurethane with low “kink memory” and reinforced, uniform wall thickness that helps prevent flattening and weak points.

For a deeper explanation, see: What Makes A Garden Hose Kink-Resistant?

ELEY polyurethane garden hoses remain highly flexible, even in cold temperatures down to -40°F (-40°C). Unlike PVC or vinyl hoses, they do not stiffen or become difficult to handle in cold weather.

The bend radius of the 5/8-inch hose is approximately 3.5 inches, allowing for tight turns without kinking.

Despite this flexibility, ELEY hoses are also highly kink-resistant due to the properties of polyurethane and their reinforced construction.

For more details, see our article: What Makes a Garden Hose Kink-Resistant?

Yes. ELEY garden hoses are designed to perform reliably in extreme heat, including hot, sunny climates like the desert Southwest.

The polyurethane material provides excellent resistance to heat and UV exposure, helping maintain flexibility and durability even with prolonged sun exposure. The hose is rated for temperatures up to 165°F and a maximum working pressure of 150 PSI.

While burst pressure decreases as temperatures rise, the hose is engineered with a significant safety margin. At 75°F, the minimum burst pressure is 450 PSI—three times the maximum working pressure.

Over time, extended sun exposure may cause some exterior discoloration, but this does not affect the hose’s performance, flexibility, or strength.

Yes. ELEY garden hoses are UV-resistant and engineered for long-term outdoor use.

A UV stabilizer is added to the outer layer of the hose to help protect against sun exposure and slow UV-related wear. While extended exposure may cause some minor exterior color fading over time, it does not impact the hose’s durability or performance.

Yes. ELEY polyurethane garden hoses are rated for temperatures up to 165°F.

As temperature increases, operate at reduced working pressure. Avoid kinking or crushing the hose, keep it away from external dry-heat sources, and allow it to cool before tightly coiling or storing.

Yes. ELEY garden hoses can be used on the water supply (inlet) side of a pressure washer, as long as the inlet uses a standard 3/4-inch Garden Hose Thread (GHT) connection.

However, ELEY hoses should not be used on the high-pressure output side of a pressure washer.

Yes. ELEY garden hoses are compatible with walking and traveling tractor-type sprinklers.

With an outside diameter of 0.875 inches (22 mm), the hose works well with most major brands, including National Walking, Orbit, Nelson, Underhill, and Kees.

Additionally, tractor sprinklers with expandable front wheels can travel over hose connections, including those joined with ELEY quick connectors.

No. ELEY polyurethane garden hoses are not designed for applications where the hose remains under constant pressure.

ELEY hoses are intended for typical outdoor watering use, where pressure is turned on and off as needed.

For safety and long-term reliability, hoses used in continuous-pressure applications—such as washing machine supply lines—are specifically designed and tested for that purpose and should be used instead.

No. ELEY garden hoses are not designed for suction or pump intake applications and may collapse under vacuum.

For these uses, a hose specifically rated for vacuum or suction should be used instead.

Yes. Heat tape can be used as long as the temperature does not exceed 150°F (65°C).

Always follow the manufacturer’s guidelines for the heat tape and avoid exceeding this temperature to prevent damage.

ELEY 5/8-inch polyurethane garden hoses are available in the following standard lengths:

• 6.5 feet
  
• 12 feet
  
• 25, 50, 75, 100, 125, 150, 175, and 200 feet

These length options cover everything from short leader hoses to extended reach for large yards and commercial use. You can also create a custom length by modifying a standard hose using the ELEY Hose Repair Kit.

ELEY polyurethane garden hoses are available with a 5/8-inch inside diameter (ID).

This size provides an ideal balance of water flow, flexibility, weight, and durability, making it the most common and practical choice for residential and professional watering applications.

No. ELEY currently offers polyurethane garden hoses with a 5/8-inch inside diameter.

We’ve found that 5/8-inch hose provides the best balance of water flow, flexibility, weight, and durability for most residential and professional watering applications. For most uses, it delivers more than enough water volume while remaining easier to handle and store than larger-diameter hoses.

ELEY polyurethane garden hoses are available in a single neutral grey color.

This color was intentionally selected to complement ELEY hose reels and provide a clean, understated look that blends well with most landscapes and home exteriors.

Yes. You can leave the hose outside during winter, but it must be fully drained before freezing temperatures occur.

Water left inside the hose can freeze, expand, and cause damage. Freeze-related damage is not covered under the ELEY warranty.

Yes. The outer cover of ELEY polyurethane garden hoses can be painted if desired.

For best results, use a flexible paint designed for plastics or rubber, and allow it to fully cure before use.

Yes. ELEY polyurethane garden hoses can be coiled on the ground, placed in a hose storage pot, or looped onto a wall-mounted hanger or rack.

For best results, lay the hose out straight with no twists or loops before coiling. This helps ensure smooth handling and prevents tangling.

Yes. ELEY garden hoses are made from materials that are certified safe for drinking water.

This is due to the materials used in their construction. The hose is made from UV-stabilized, FDA- and NSF-grade polyurethane, and all fittings are made from crush-proof, lead-free brass. Even the internal rubber gaskets are made from drinking-water-safe materials.

Together, these components ensure that water flowing through the hose remains safe to drink and does not leach harmful chemicals.

For more detailed information, see What You Need to Know About Drinking Water Safe Garden Hose.

ELEY ultra-durable garden hoses are manufactured in the United States at our facility in Reno, Nevada.

Finished products are then shipped to our fulfillment warehouses in Salt Lake City, Utah, and Knoxville, Tennessee for fast delivery across the country.

No, damage from pet chewing is not covered under the ELEY warranty.

While our polyurethane hose is extremely durable—and can withstand incidental chewing—damage caused by pets is specifically excluded from warranty coverage. Please refer to the warranty policy's exclusions for full details.

Yes. ELEY garden hoses are latex-free, making them safe for users with latex sensitivities.

No. Our manufacturing facility in Reno, Nevada, and our fulfillment warehouses in Utah and Tennessee are not open for retail or customer pick-up.

Orders are shipped directly to your location to ensure fast and reliable delivery.

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