Product DescriptionRain Bird FT/50S Drip Irrigation Barbed Fitting Insertion Tool for 1/2 Drip Tubing. Installation of barbed Drip fittings can be a grueling hand numbing job. Using half-the-effort of hands alone this handy fitting insertion tool will make fast work of even the largest Drip system installations. Provides users with the fastest and easiest connection of barbed fittings to 1/2 Drip irrigation tubing. Firmly locks fittings in place so maximum leverage is applied for a quick easy leak-tight connection. Flaring component on side of tool can be used to widen tube openings for smoothest and easiest possible fitting insertion. Ergonomically-shaped tool fits comfortably in hand and is constructed of a durable heavy-gauge plastic. For use with all Rain Bird 1/2 barbed couplings elbows and tees. Highly visible purple color allows tool to be easily seen in grass soil bark mulch etc. ***Usage tip: To make it even more effective rock the insertion tool slightly from side to side as you apply pressure. Rain Bird The Intelligent Use of WaterFrom the ManufacturerRain Bird Corporation is a privately held company founded in 1933 during the agricultural boom in California. Were recognized as the #1 manufacturer and provider of irrigation products and services in the world. With sales offices around the globe; we offer over 4 000 water-saving irrigation products in more than 130 countries. Since the very beginning Rain Bird has produced and offered the industrys broadest range of high-quality irrigation products for: farms golf courses sports arenas commercial developments and homes. Over the past 80-years Rain Bird has received more than 450 patents worldwide. Including the first one for irrigation in 1935 on our original impact-drive sprinkler (U.S. Patent #1 997 901) which revolutionized agricultural food-production and ushered in a new era in irrigation worldwide. In 1990 this original impact sprinkler was designated a historic landmark by the American Society of Agricultural Engineers. Our products cover all aspects of irrigationtimers/controllers pop-up rotary sprinklers pop-up spray head sprinklers sprinkler nozzles irrigation valves Drip irrigation drainage and much more. These products have been chosen and installed worldwide in the largest and most prestigious projects for residential commercial agricultural and golf course irrigation. Rain Bird is committed to The Intelligent Use of Water extending beyond products to education training and services for the industry and the community. Our legacy is to design and manufacture only products of the highest value and quality. Were grateful to have received numerous recognition awards from many of our valued partners. Rain Bird The Intelligent Use of Water