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Standard Dibbler

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  • Standard Dibbler
  • Dibbler
  • Standard Dibbler
  • Inside Dibbler
  • Standard Dibbler

Consistent seed depth starts with consistent dibble holes. The Standard Dibbler uses pneumatic actuation to press uniform planting holes into every cell of a soil-filled tray, same depth, same spacing, every time. It runs standalone or integrates directly into a Cuttings Line, handles quick changeovers between tray sizes, and keeps your planting crew focused on output instead of rework.

  • Pneumatic dibbling action delivers uniform hole depth across every cell, no manual pressing, no inconsistency
  • Swap dibble plates and adjust guide rails in minutes when tray sizes change

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Details

  • Uniform Holes, Every Cell, Every Tray

    The pneumatic dibble plate descends into the tray at a fixed speed and consistent pressure, creating identical planting holes across every cell. No hand-pressing, no variation between operators. Seed depth stays uniform from the first tray of the day to the last.

    Quick Changeovers Between Tray Sizes

    Adjustable guide rails, a repositionable tray stop, and swappable dibble plates let your team change over to a new tray size with basic hand tools. The dibble plate assembly mounts with four angle brackets — loosen, swap, realign, and you're running again. Depth adjustments use a hand crank with a locking pin for repeatable settings.

    Runs Standalone or on the Line

    Ships ready for standalone operation with its own conveyor, or mounts onto a Cuttings Line for fully automated tray flow.

    Built-In Integration Signals

    Includes integration circuits for upstream and downstream equipment. In standalone mode, a relay output can pause and resume upstream equipment synchronized with the dibbling cycle. Downstream equipment can inhibit the dibbler via a dry contact input. No additional wiring kits needed

    Simple Air-Powered Action

    The dibbling cycle runs on compressed air at 80 PSI, no complex servo systems, no software tuning. A spring-loaded return retracts the dibble plate cleanly after every stroke, keeping pins clean and preventing pots from lifting off the conveyor. Flow control valves on each cylinder port let you fine-tune cycle speed if needed.

  • Machine Dimensions — 400mm Wide Conveyor Version
    Length 5 ft. 7 in. (175 cm)
    Height 4 ft. 2 in. (128 cm)
    Width 2 ft. 3 in. (71 cm)
    Weight 277.5 lbs (dibbler unit only)

     

    Machine Dimensions — 600mm Wide Conveyor Version
    Length 5 ft. 7 in. (175 cm)
    Height 4 ft. 5 in. (133 cm)
    Width 2 ft. 10 in. (87 cm)
    Weight 309.26 lbs (dibbler unit only)

     

    Electrical
    Power Supply 120 VAC, 1Ø, 60 Hz, 8.8A  or  230 VAC, 1Ø, 60 Hz, 4.4A
    Control Voltage 24 VDC
    PLC Allen Bradley 2080-LC10-12QWB

     

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If your crew is hand-pressing dibble holes or using inconsistent manual methods across trays, the Standard Dibbler eliminates that variability. It handles standard soil-filled trays in both 400mm and 600mm widths, runs at up to 1,500 trays per hour, and works as a standalone station or integrated into an AdeptAg Cuttings Line. It's built for greenhouse and nursery operations that want uniform seed depth without adding labor.
The Standard Dibbler comes in standalone and Cuttings Line configurations. The core dibbler is the same, the difference is in the mounting, conveyor setup, and electrical integration. Talk to your AdeptAg representative about which configuration fits your current setup and future plans. All versions include built-in integration circuits for connecting to upstream and downstream equipment
Changeovers involve adjusting the guide rails (loosen, reposition, tighten) and potentially swapping the dibble plate if the cell pattern changes. Guide rail adjustment takes a few minutes with the locking handles — no tools required for in/out adjustment. Dibble plate swaps require removing four angle brackets, which is straightforward with basic hand tools. Depth adjustment uses a hand crank with a locking pin for repeatable settings.
The Standard Dibbler operates at 80 PSI with a minimum 3/8" ID air supply line. Your existing greenhouse air system will likely work — just verify adequate CFM capacity for continuous operation. The machine includes an onboard filter/regulator, and all pneumatic connections use quick-disconnect fittings for easy hookup.

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