The Rain Bird 3500 Series delivers reliable rotary irrigation with precise coverage and high efficiency—ideal for medium-sized lawns and commercial landscaping. It incorporates Rain Curtain nozzles for uniform water distribution from close-in to the full radius.

 

Technical Specifications

1. Pressure range : 25–55 psi (1.7–3.8 bar)
2. Radius : 15–35 ft (4.6–10.7 m); can be reduced up to 25% with adjustment screw
3. Flow rate : 0.54–4.6 gpm (2.0–17.4 l/m)
4. Precipitation rate : ≈0.37-0.83 in/hr (9-21 mm/hr), depending on nozzle and pressure
5. Arc adjustment : 40°–360°, adjustable in place with flat-blade screwdriver
6. Inlet : ½″ FNPT bottom thread
7. Dimensions : Pop-up height 4″ (10.2 cm); overall body height 6.6″ (16.8 cm); exposed diameter ≈1.16″ (2.9 cm)

 

Why Choose 3500 Series? Equipped with an oversized wiper seal to block debris and prevent leaks, a filter screen in the stem for clog protection, stainless-steel retract spring for clean retraction, and six interchangeable Rain Curtain nozzles optimized for close-in and wide coverage. SAM (Seal-A-Matic) versions can hold up to 7 ft (2.1 m) of elevation change to avoid low-head drainage. The 3500 Series balances robustness and affordability for mid-range irrigation requirements.