Rain Bird XFF-ELBOW barb elbow coupling - insert fitting for 17 mm XF dripline

90° elbow for XF dripline

The Rain Bird XFF-ELBOW is a 90° insert fitting designed to connect two sections of 17 mm Rain Bird XF Series Dripline. The elbow allows you to change the direction of the dripline and route the tubing neatly around corners, planting beds and other obstacles.

The fitting features a self-retaining 17 mm barb connection on both sides. It was specifically developed for Rain Bird XF Dripline and provides a quick and secure connection without threaded fittings or complicated installation.

Route dripline around 90° corners

Sharp bends and kinks should be avoided when installing dripline. The XFF-ELBOW allows the tubing to change direction through a controlled 90° angle without requiring the dripline itself to be bent excessively.

This is particularly useful along planting beds, walls, raised beds and rectangular irrigation zones. Both sections of tubing are simply pushed onto the barbed ends of the elbow.

Self-retaining 17 mm barb connections

The specially designed barbs used on Rain Bird XF fittings are engineered for easy installation and a secure connection. Their design reduces the force required during insertion while still providing a reliable grip on the dripline.

Additional clamps are not required within the specified normal operating pressure range. This allows the XFF-ELBOW to be quickly integrated into new or existing XF drip irrigation systems.

For Rain Bird XFD and XFS

The XFF-ELBOW is part of Rain Bird's range of 17 mm XF insert fittings. It is designed for XF Series Dripline, including XFD Dripline and XFS Subsurface Dripline for below-ground drip irrigation.

This makes the elbow suitable for both surface and subsurface installations. Its unobtrusive earth-tone appearance complements the XF Dripline and helps the fitting blend naturally into landscaped and planted areas.

Quick dripline installation

For installation, cut the dripline square and push the tubing completely onto one barb of the XFF-ELBOW. The second section of dripline is then installed on the opposite side. The polyethylene tubing should not be heated before inserting the fitting.

For larger installations, the Rain Bird FITINS-TOOL can be used. This insertion tool is specifically compatible with XFF-ELBOW, XFF-COUP and XFF-TEE and reduces the effort required to install the fittings.

Technical data

• Manufacturer: Rain Bird
• Model: XFF-ELBOW
• Product type: 90° barb elbow
• Connection 1: 17 mm barb
• Connection 2: 17 mm barb
• Size: 17 x 17 mm
• Angle: 90°
• Designed for Rain Bird XF Dripline
• Compatible with XFD Dripline
• Compatible with XFS Subsurface Dripline
• For changing the direction of dripline
• Self-retaining barb connections
• High-quality barbs for a secure fit
• Operating pressure: 1.0 to 3.5 bar
• Additional clamps required at 4.1 bar
• Natural earth-tone appearance
• Compatible with Rain Bird FITINS-TOOL

Frequently asked questions about the XFF-ELBOW

What is the Rain Bird XFF-ELBOW used for?

The XFF-ELBOW connects two compatible XF Dripline sections at a 90° angle. It allows the dripline to be routed around corners and obstacles without sharply bending or kinking the tubing.

What tubing size fits the XFF-ELBOW?

Rain Bird officially specifies the XFF-ELBOW as a 17 mm insert fitting for compatible XF Series Dripline.

Is the XFF-ELBOW compatible with XFD Dripline?

Yes. Rain Bird's 17 mm XF insert fittings are designed for XFD Dripline.

Can I use the elbow with XFS Dripline?

Yes. The XFF-ELBOW is also compatible with Rain Bird XFS Subsurface Dripline for below-ground drip irrigation installations.

Are additional clamps required?

Additional clamps are not required within Rain Bird's specified operating pressure range up to 3.5 bar. At 4.1 bar, Rain Bird specifies that clamps are required.

Is an installation tool available?

Yes. The Rain Bird FITINS-TOOL is compatible with the XFF-ELBOW and helps reduce the effort required to insert the fitting into XF Dripline.