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Sub-Irrigation Channel (SIC)
Underground Wicking Irrigation System for Water-Efficient Landscapes
Product Overview
The WaterUps Sub-Irrigation Channel (SIC) is a scalable underground irrigation solution that creates a concealed water reservoir approximately 35 cm below the plant root zone. Using capillary action, water is gradually transferred upward through perlite to the surrounding soil, providing consistent moisture while minimizing evaporation and surface runoff.
Manufactured from 100% recycled polypropylene, the system is ideal for residential, commercial, municipal, and urban agriculture projects. It is designed for fast installation, long service life, and significant reductions in water use and maintenance costs.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter / Specification | Technical Value |
|---|---|
| Material | 100% Recycled Polypropylene (PP) |
| Manufacturing Process | High Precision Injection Molding |
| Color | Black |
| Reservoir Dimensions | 134 × 47 × 16 cm |
| Installed Depth | 60 cm |
| Reservoir Capacity | 50 Liters |
| Weight (Including 3 Cells & Inlet Pipe) | 7 kg |
| Wicking Cells | 3 |
| Wicks/Feet | 12 per SIC |
| Perlite Requirement | 6 Liters |
| UV Resistance | Yes |
| Chemical Resistance | Yes |
| Manufacturing Standard | ISO 9001 |
| Recyclable | 100% |
Key Applications
- Underground self-watering system
- Uses capillary irrigation technology
- Reduces water consumption by up to 80%
- Reduces watering frequency by up to 90%
- Promotes deeper and healthier root growth
- Minimizes evaporation losses
- Captures rainwater for reuse
- Provides excellent drainage with overflow protection
- Fast installation
- Expandable modular system
- Low maintenance
- Suitable for large landscape projects
- 100% recycled polypropylene
- Fully recyclable
- Long service life