{"product_id":"rain-bird-rd12sp30-12-inch-sam-30-psi-spray-body","title":"Rain Bird RD12SP30 12-Inch SAM 30 PSI Spray Body","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRain Bird RD12SP30 12-Inch SAM 30 PSI Spray Body\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rain Bird | \u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e RD12SP30\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGive a spray nozzle 12 inches of pop-up clearance with Rain Bird RD12SP30. This standard-cover RD1800 body combines a 30 psi regulator and SAM check valve without Flow-Shield. Check the 16-inch body depth and bottom-only connection before replacing a shorter sprinkler, and select the nozzle separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTriple-Blade Wiper Seal helps manage flushing and grit intrusion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDebris pockets help keep grit from recirculating inside the body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReinforced ratchet ring supports nozzle-pattern alignment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop-access internals simplify service.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in 30 psi pressure regulator.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSAM check valve helps prevent low-head drainage across elevation changes up to 14 feet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003espray-nozzle zones requiring a 12-inch pop-up stroke.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing a matching RD1800 body after checking depth, inlet fit, pressure target and features.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMerchant SKU: RD12SP30; manufacturer designation: RD-12-S-P30.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePop-up body: RD1800 12-inch model; nozzle not included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInlet: 1\/2-inch female NPT; SAM model uses bottom inlet only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer operating range for RD-12-S-P30: 15–100 psi.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegulator target: 30 psi; technical regulation range: 35–100 psi inlet. Adequate operating pressure and flow are required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSAM check-valve capability: up to 14 feet of elevation head.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlow-Shield option: not included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater-use identification: standard cover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWatering arc, radius and flow depend on the separately selected nozzle and operating conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody height: 16 inches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePop-up height: 12 inches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExposed surface diameter: 2-1\/4 inches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility \u0026amp; Installation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAllow space for the 16-inch body and 12-inch pop-up stroke. Install at the appropriate finished grade and connect through the 1\/2-inch female NPT bottom inlet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCheck pressure with the zone operating. The supply must support the 30 psi target and combined nozzle demand; a regulator cannot boost low supply pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSelect a compatible Rain Bird spray-head nozzle and its required filter screen. Flush before nozzling, align the stem with the ratchet and follow the nozzle’s own pattern and radius instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe SAM check valve limits drainage after shutdown; it does not close a leaking upstream control valve.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFamily diagrams and videos show optional Flow-Shield and non-potable features. RD12SP30 has a standard cover and does not include Flow-Shield.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRD1800 Family Videos\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"std\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe height=\"282\" width=\"450\" src=\"\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ck_wer0V1Uc?rel=0\u0026amp;hd=1\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePart 2: Not Afraid to Get Its Wiper Seal Dirty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe height=\"282\" width=\"450\" src=\"\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/9VyeiPfMAJY?rel=0\u0026amp;hd=1\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePart 3: World's Toughest Spray\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe height=\"282\" width=\"450\" src=\"\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/9RSS6tVPuUg?rel=0\u0026amp;hd=1\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePart 4: Pressure Variations? No Sweat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe height=\"282\" width=\"450\" src=\"\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/pxqlpWAJDMI?rel=0\u0026amp;hd=1\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePart 5: Because Stuff Happens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe height=\"282\" width=\"450\" src=\"\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/jS_utd6XJuQ?rel=0\u0026amp;hd=1\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDoes it include a nozzle?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Select a compatible nozzle and its required screen separately for the intended watering pattern and zone flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow much installation depth does it need?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe body is 16 inches tall and the pop-up stroke is 12 inches. Check both the below-grade space and the clearance needed above grade.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDoes this model include Flow-Shield?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. RD12SP30 includes SAM and 30 psi regulation without Flow-Shield. Choose a separately specified Flow-Shield model when that indication feature is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCan I connect it through a side inlet?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This SAM model requires its 1\/2-inch female NPT bottom inlet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Buy from Big Frog Supply?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose RD12SP30 when taller planting calls for a 12-inch stroke and the chosen spray nozzle needs a 30 psi target. Its SAM valve limits low-head drainage across up to 14 feet of elevation head, while the standard cover and absence of Flow-Shield distinguish it from the non-potable and service-indication versions. 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