Brand: K-Rain SKU: 14053-SS
Product Overview
The K-Rain 14053-SS is the high-speed, stainless-steel-riser version of the ProSport gear-driven rotor for sports turf and large commercial landscapes. Its faster rotation is intended for applications such as quick field wet-downs, dust control, and other situations where a standard-speed sports rotor may take longer than desired to complete its pattern.
The ProSport triple-nozzle configuration uses one primary long-range stream and two secondary streams for mid-range and close-in distribution. This helps provide water across the full sports-field spacing rather than concentrating application only at the outer radius. The 14053 performance table lists an approximate 43- to 75-foot radius, 5.9- to 32.5-GPM flow range, and 40- to 90-PSI operating range. Its arc adjusts from 40° to continuous 360°, allowing one model to serve perimeter and interior field positions.
The SS option identifies the 4-inch stainless-steel-riser configuration; it does not mean every component of the rotor is stainless steel. A factory-installed check valve helps reduce low-head drainage, while the heavy-duty rubber cover and mud guard support below-grade athletic-field installation. The 1-inch female NPT inlet and high flow demand require properly sized pipe, valves, pumps, and service capacity.
Key Features
- High-speed ProSport rotation
- 4-inch stainless-steel-riser configuration
- Triple-nozzle long, mid-range, and close-in coverage
- 40° to continuous 360° arc adjustment
- Approximate 43- to 75-foot model performance radius
- Approximate 5.9- to 32.5-GPM flow range
- 40- to 90-PSI operating range
- 1-inch female NPT inlet
- Factory-installed check valve
Common Uses
- Quick wet-downs on athletic fields
- Dust-control applications
- Large commercial and institutional turf
- Replacing a matching high-speed stainless-riser ProSport
Compatibility and Installation Notes
Use the high-speed version only where the watering objective and field design support faster rotation. Select the nozzle from K-Rain's model-specific performance table and verify that the water source can deliver the required dynamic pressure and flow. Install at the correct below-grade elevation, maintain the factory check valve, and follow the site's winterization and sports-surface safety procedures.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is 14053-SS different from 14003-SS?
The 14053-SS is the high-speed version intended for faster wet-down or dust-control cycles; 14003-SS is the standard-speed model.
Does SS mean the entire rotor is stainless steel?
No. It identifies the stainless-steel-riser option.
Is a check valve installed?
Yes. K-Rain lists a factory-installed check valve for the ProSport family.
Why Buy the K-Rain 14053-SS from Big Frog Supply?
This listing identifies the exact high-speed stainless-riser model so it is not confused with the standard-speed 14003-SS. Big Frog Supply also carries standard ProSport rotors, nozzles, check-valve components, and other K-Rain field-irrigation parts for maintaining the complete system.
