Description
Blumat Drip Ring – 5" & 10" Automatic Irrigation Rings
The Blumat Drip Ring is a pre-assembled irrigation ring designed to connect directly to Tropf-Blumat automatic watering sensors, providing more even water distribution around the plant's root zone without having to build a multi-dripper layout from individual fittings.
Available in 5-inch and 10-inch variants, each ring features multiple strategically positioned drip points, a 3mm inlet connection, built-in filtration and clog-resistant emitters. Simply connect the ring to the Blumat sensor's 3mm tubing, position it around the plant and let the Tropf-Blumat sensor regulate watering according to soil moisture.
The 5" Drip Ring features 4 drip points and is recommended for approximately 2–7 gallon containers, while the larger 10" Drip Ring provides 8 drip points and is designed for approximately 10–20 gallon containers.
For growers who want the convenience of Tropf-Blumat irrigation with broader moisture distribution than a single watering point, these rings provide an exceptionally simple plug-and-play solution.
Key Features
- Designed for Tropf-Blumat automatic irrigation
- Available in 5" and 10" variants
- Pre-assembled and ready to install
- Direct 3mm connection to Blumat sensors
- No complicated dripper assembly required
- 5" ring features 4 drip points
- 10" ring features 8 drip points
- Helps distribute water around a larger portion of the root zone
- Built-in filter
- Clog-resistant emitters
- Suitable for compatible nutrient solutions
- Durable virgin-resin construction
- Excellent for living soil and no-till growing
- Ideal for fabric pots and containers
- Suitable for indoor and outdoor gardens
- Reusable
- No electricity required
- No electronic timer required when controlled by Tropf-Blumat
Two Drip Ring Sizes Available
Choosing the correct ring primarily depends on the size of the container and the area over which you want irrigation distributed.
| Variant | Drip Points | Recommended Container Size | Best Application |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5" Drip Ring | 4 | 2–7 gallons | Small to medium containers |
| 10" Drip Ring | 8 | 10–20 gallons | Medium to large containers |
These container recommendations provide a useful starting point. Actual requirements can vary depending on container dimensions, growing media, plant size and environmental conditions.
5" Blumat Drip Ring
The compact 5-inch Drip Ring features four strategically positioned drip points around the ring.
It is recommended for approximately 2–7 gallon containers, making it an excellent option for smaller fabric pots and individual container-grown plants.
Instead of delivering all irrigation from one location, the ring distributes water at four points around the plant.
5" Ring Highlights
- 5-inch diameter class
- 4 drip points
- Recommended for 2–7 gallon pots
- Direct 3mm Blumat connection
- Pre-assembled
- Built-in filtration
- Ideal for individual containers
- Excellent alternative to assembling several separate distribution drippers
10" Blumat Drip Ring
The larger 10-inch Drip Ring increases coverage with eight drip points distributed around the ring.
It is recommended for approximately 10–20 gallon containers, where a single watering point may provide less desirable distribution across the growing medium.
The larger diameter makes it particularly useful for substantial fabric pots, living soil containers and plants with a broader root zone.
10" Ring Highlights
- 10-inch diameter class
- 8 drip points
- Recommended for 10–20 gallon pots
- Greater watering footprint than the 5" version
- Direct 3mm Blumat connection
- Pre-assembled and ready to install
- Built-in filtration
- Ideal for larger containers and root zones
5" vs 10" Blumat Drip Ring
| Feature | 5" Ring | 10" Ring |
|---|---|---|
| Ring Size | 5" | 10" |
| Drip Points | 4 | 8 |
| Recommended Pot Size | 2–7 gal | 10–20 gal |
| Blumat Sensor Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| Connection | 3mm | 3mm |
| Built-In Filter | Yes | Yes |
| Clog-Resistant Emitters | Yes | Yes |
| Pre-Assembled | Yes | Yes |
| Living Soil | Excellent | Excellent |
| Fabric Pots | Yes | Yes |
| Reusable | Yes | Yes |
More Even Root-Zone Water Distribution
A standard Tropf-Blumat can regulate irrigation according to moisture conditions around its ceramic sensor.
The Drip Ring separates the moisture-sensing function from the water-distribution pattern.
The Tropf-Blumat continues determining when water is required, while the ring distributes that water through multiple drip points around the container.
A typical configuration is:
8mm Supply Line
↓
Tropf-Blumat Sensor
↓
3mm Drip Tube
↓
Blumat Drip Ring
↓
Multiple Watering Points Around the Root Zone
This creates a straightforward moisture-responsive irrigation system without requiring a timer or electrically operated irrigation controller.
Plug & Play Installation
One of the biggest advantages of the Blumat Drip Ring is that the distribution system is already assembled.
Traditional multi-point Blumat installations can require separate:
- 3mm tubing
- Distribution drippers
- Tees
- Stakes
- Connections
The Drip Ring combines the distribution points into a single ready-to-use component.
Connect it, position it and calibrate the Tropf-Blumat system.
Direct 3mm Blumat Connection
Each Drip Ring incorporates a 3mm inlet barb designed to connect with the tubing used by Tropf-Blumat sensors.
This eliminates the need to adapt the ring from a larger irrigation connection.
The simple connection makes the ring particularly attractive for growers who want to expand the watering footprint of an individual Blumat sensor without constructing a custom distribution network.
Built-In Filter
The Drip Ring incorporates built-in filtration to help protect its emitters.
Filtration is particularly valuable in low-flow irrigation because small emitters are more susceptible to obstruction from debris than large open irrigation outlets.
Clean source water and appropriate system maintenance are still recommended.
Clog-Resistant Emitters
The individual watering points are designed to resist clogging and provide reliable distribution around the ring.
This makes the system suitable for compatible irrigation programs that may include appropriately prepared nutrients.
As with any drip irrigation system, products containing large suspended particles, sediment or materials unsuitable for small irrigation emitters should be avoided unless adequately filtered.
Nutrient-Compatible Irrigation
The combination of built-in filtration and clog-resistant emitters allows the Blumat Drip Ring to be used with a variety of compatible nutrient solutions.
This provides greater flexibility for growers who want more than plain-water irrigation.
For best results:
- Fully dissolve nutrients before irrigation
- Avoid excessive suspended solids
- Keep the water supply clean
- Maintain appropriate filtration
- Periodically inspect the drip points
- Flush irrigation components when necessary
The compatibility of a particular fertiliser or additive should always be determined from its formulation and suitability for drip irrigation.
Excellent for Living Soil
The Blumat Drip Ring is particularly well suited to living soil and no-till container growing.
Rather than repeatedly allowing one small section of the growing medium to become saturated while surrounding areas remain comparatively dry, multiple watering points help distribute irrigation across a broader portion of the soil surface.
Maintaining consistent soil moisture can be particularly useful in biologically active growing media.
The rings work well in:
- Living soil
- No-till containers
- Fabric pots
- Organic growing systems
- Greenhouses
- Indoor gardens
- Outdoor container gardens
Sensor Placement
Correct sensor placement is important because the Tropf-Blumat responds to moisture conditions immediately around its ceramic cone.
With the 5" Ring
Position the Tropf-Blumat sensor just outside the ring and keep it within approximately 3 inches of the ring.
With the 10" Ring
The sensor can be positioned inside or outside the ring, depending on the container and plant layout.
The opening in the ring can help accommodate the sensor where appropriate.
Again, keep the sensor within approximately 3 inches of the drip ring.
This allows the sensor to respond appropriately to moisture conditions associated with the irrigated root zone.
Easy Installation
Step 1 – Prepare the Tropf-Blumat
Install and prepare the Tropf-Blumat sensor according to the normal Blumat setup procedure.
Step 2 – Position the Drip Ring
Place the ring around the plant.
Select the 5" ring for smaller containers or 10" ring for larger containers.
Step 3 – Position the Sensor
Keep the sensor within approximately 3 inches of the ring.
For the 5" version, position it just outside the ring. With the 10" version, the sensor may be positioned inside or outside where appropriate.
Step 4 – Connect the 3mm Line
Connect the ring's 3mm inlet to the Tropf-Blumat sensor tubing.
Step 5 – Supply Water
Connect the Tropf-Blumat system to its appropriately configured 8mm water supply.
Step 6 – Calibrate
Set the Tropf-Blumat sensor according to the desired moisture level and normal Blumat calibration procedure.
Step 7 – Observe the System
Monitor the container during the initial setup period and make any necessary adjustments.
Drip Ring vs Individual Distribution Drippers
Both approaches can provide multiple watering points from a Tropf-Blumat sensor.
The main difference is convenience and configuration flexibility.
| Feature | Blumat Drip Ring | Distribution Drippers |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-Assembled | Yes | No |
| Multiple Watering Points | Yes | Yes |
| 3mm Connection | Yes | Yes |
| Setup Time | Very Fast | More assembly |
| Fixed Distribution Pattern | Yes | No |
| Custom Dripper Positioning | Limited | Excellent |
| Ideal for Round Pots | Excellent | Excellent |
| Easy Plug & Play Setup | Excellent | Good |
Choose the Drip Ring when you want a clean, quick and repeatable container setup.
Choose individual distribution drippers when you need greater freedom over the exact location of each watering point.
Drip Ring vs BluSoak
Blumat users can also distribute water with BluSoak drip tape.
The best option depends largely on container size and the required irrigation footprint.
Blumat Drip Ring
Best suited to smaller and medium-sized containers where a simple pre-assembled circular watering pattern is desirable.
BluSoak
Particularly useful for larger containers and beds where longer loops or spiral irrigation layouts are required.
A practical progression for container irrigation is:
Small Pots → Tropf-Blumat
2–7 Gallon Pots → 5" Drip Ring
10–20 Gallon Pots → 10" Drip Ring
Large Containers → BluSoak Loop or Spiral
This makes the Drip Rings an excellent middle ground between a single Blumat watering point and a larger BluSoak distribution system.
Durable Virgin-Resin Construction
The rings are manufactured from quality virgin resin, providing a durable irrigation component suitable for repeated use.
Their pre-assembled construction also eliminates many of the individual connections that would otherwise be required when creating a circular multi-dripper arrangement.
With appropriate cleaning and maintenance, the rings can be reused across multiple growing cycles.
Product Specifications
| Specification | 5" Drip Ring | 10" Drip Ring |
|---|---|---|
| Product | Blumat Drip Ring | Blumat Drip Ring |
| Nominal Size | 5" | 10" |
| Drip Points | 4 | 8 |
| Recommended Container Size | 2–7 gal | 10–20 gal |
| Inlet | 3mm Barb | 3mm Barb |
| Tropf-Blumat Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| Pre-Assembled | Yes | Yes |
| Built-In Filter | Yes | Yes |
| Clog-Resistant Emitters | Yes | Yes |
| Material | Virgin Resin | Virgin Resin |
| Nutrient Compatible | Yes, with suitable solutions | Yes, with suitable solutions |
| Living Soil Suitable | Yes | Yes |
| Indoor / Outdoor | Yes | Yes |
| Electricity Required | No | No |
Why Choose a Blumat Drip Ring?
The Blumat Drip Ring combines the moisture-responsive control of Tropf-Blumat with the convenience of a pre-assembled multi-point irrigation system.
Instead of building a circular distribution network from separate tubing, drippers and fittings, you can connect one component directly to the sensor and immediately distribute water around a larger portion of the container.
Choose the 5" ring with four drip points for approximately 2–7 gallon pots, or the 10" ring with eight drip points for approximately 10–20 gallon containers.
For growers using living soil, no-till systems or fabric pots, the rings provide an especially convenient way to improve the distribution of automatic Blumat irrigation without making the system unnecessarily complicated.
Frequently Asked Questions
What sizes are available?
The Blumat Drip Ring is available in 5-inch and 10-inch variants.
How many drip points does the 5" ring have?
The 5" Drip Ring has four strategically positioned drip points.
How many drip points does the 10" ring have?
The 10" Drip Ring has eight drip points, providing broader distribution for larger containers.
What pot size is the 5" ring designed for?
The 5" ring is recommended for approximately 2–7 gallon containers.
What pot size is the 10" ring designed for?
The 10" ring is recommended for approximately 10–20 gallon containers.
Does the ring connect directly to a Tropf-Blumat?
Yes. It incorporates a 3mm inlet barb that connects to the Blumat sensor system without requiring a complex adapter arrangement.
Do I have to assemble the ring?
No. One of its primary advantages is that it arrives pre-assembled and ready to connect.
Does it have a filter?
Yes. The design incorporates a built-in filter to help protect the drip emitters.
Can nutrients be run through the ring?
The ring is designed with clog-resistant emitters and built-in filtration to accommodate compatible nutrient solutions. Avoid poorly dissolved products or solutions containing large suspended particles that may obstruct drip irrigation components.
Where should I put the Blumat sensor?
With the 5" ring, position the sensor just outside the ring. With the 10" ring, it can be positioned inside or outside where appropriate. Keep the sensor within approximately 3 inches of the ring.
Do I still need a Tropf-Blumat sensor?
Yes. The Drip Ring distributes water; the Tropf-Blumat sensor provides the moisture-responsive control.
Does the Drip Ring require electricity?
No. When incorporated into a properly configured Tropf-Blumat system, no electrical irrigation timer is required.
Should I choose a Drip Ring or BluSoak?
Drip Rings are particularly convenient for small to medium individual containers. BluSoak is generally better suited to larger pots and beds where longer loops or spiral watering patterns are required.