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FERTILIZER APPLICATION RATE CHARTS

DO NOT run orifices with squeeze pumps. This cannot be done because squeeze pumps do not put out enough pressure for an orifice system. Squeeze pumps only put out 2-3 pounds of pressure.

Colored Disc Orifice

Select the chart that corresponds with your row spacing:
rate chart — 36″ rows
rate chart — 30″ rows
rate chart — 20″ rows
rate chart — 18″ rows
rate chart — 15″ rows
rate chart — 13.33″ rows
rate chart — 12″ rows
rate chart — 10″ rows
rate chart — 8″ rows
rate chart — 7.5″ rows
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NEW High Pressure Injector Orifice

  Injector orifice charts calculated for 30″ rows

Injector orifice rate chart — Water or 8.34 lb/gal material
Injector orifice rate chart — 10-34-0 & 3-18-18 fertilizer or 11.7 lb/gal material
Injector orifice rate chart — 28-0-0 fertilizer or 10.67 lb/gal material
Injector orifice rate chart — 32-0-0 & 9-18-9 fertilizer or 11.04 lb/gal material
Injector orifice rate chart — 5-5-5 fertilizer or 11.4 lb/gal material
Injector orifice rate chart — 8-19-3 fertilizer or 10.5 lb/gal material

  Injector orifice charts calculated for 30″ rows

Schaffert Mfg.’s new high pressure injector orifice is made to screw into the high pressure kit for our 2×2 fertilizer disc (G2) and 2×2 fertilizer tube (for Case IH).

These 2×2 systems work well with Schaffert’s pump systems.

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Orifice end (left) and hex end (right)

Features of the orifice include:

  • Screws inside 3/8″ stainless tube
  • Easy to install with an Allen wrench
  • Orifice OD is 5/16″
  • Stainless steel compact design
  • 10 color coated orifice sizes
  • Injects high pressure, 2-40 GPA
  • Universal models – fits many machines
  • Allows tube to be closer to soil surface, eliminating trash buildup

To find the correct injector orifice for your high pressure kit, you will need to know:

  • Number of rows
  • Row spacing
  • Travel speed
  • Pressure
  • Kind of fertilizer
  • Product weight
  • Gallons per acre

PLEASE NOTE: We normally recommend using only 1 orifice under pressure when running 7-15 lbs of pressure. However, using 2 orifices under pressure can be beneficial because it will help eliminate fertilizer splatter or misting/volatilization of fertilizer when done in the following manner:

  • Use the correct size orifice above for 15-30 psi pressures
  • Use 2-3 times size orifice below, creating 5-7 lbs pressure to stream fertilizer into the soil

NEVER USE 2 OF THE SAME SIZE ORIFICES IN YOUR SYSTEM!!!

DO NOT run orifices with squeeze pumps. This cannot be done because squeeze pumps do not put out enough pressure for an orifice system. Squeeze pumps only put out 2-3 pounds of pressure.

Wilger

Wilger rate chart — 0-28-0 fertilizer

  Wilger orifice chart calculated for 30″ rows

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Other Rates

For other rates, please contact us.

PUMP SYSTEMS

For liquid fertilizer application

MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
Pump Systems — Brochure
Pump Systems — Parts List

Looking for a fertilizer application system that works for your planter or drill? Let us help with a solution that fits your needs, requirements and budget.

Our customized Schaffert Mfg. single and dual pump systems offer everything you need.

About Our Pump Systems

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The Schaffert fertilizer application system is uniquely designed and assembled to meet individual customer needs.

At the heart of our pump systems are the GX1 and GX2 distribution centers. The GX1 contains a single pump and the GX2 has dual pumps. The number of pumps needed is determined by the implement’s size and desired fertilizer application rate.

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Our application kit options include:

  • 1-5# check valve per row (Wilger manifold with 1 set of orifices)
  • PVC pipe manifolds
  • 3 sets of orifices
  • 2 filters with 50 and 80 mesh screens
  • All 3/4″ and 1/4″ hose needed
  • One pump on 4-12 row systems or dual pumps on 16-48 row systems
  • 1 full port ball valve
  • Clean outs, wiring harnesses and all weather pack fittings
  • 0-60 PSI SS gauge
  • Run Hold switch with magnetic holder
  • Manual rate controller with 1 year warranty and reverse polarity protection
  • For photos and more information, see system components
Pump system on a Landoll drill
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ManX controller, Magmount pressure gauge, 5.3 GPM REMCO pump
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Pump system on a White planter

Schaffert Mfg.’s innovative planting attachments compliment these pump systems. Use the Rebounder Seed Covers with optional fittings for in-furrow application or our 2×2 fertilizer solutions for high volume output.

  Call 800-382-2607 or 308-364-2607 for a FREE quote

Benefits of Our Pump Systems

Features—Benefits

  • Complete pump system customized to your needs
  • Hassle free assembly
  • Pre-built tower so you can bolt on and go
  • Visualize your flow with optional Wilger columns
  • Easy adjust controller
  • Compatible with our Rebounder Seed Covers for in-furrow application and with your 2×2 fertilizer solutions for higher output nitrogen
  • Made in the USA

Standard kits include:

  • Pump(s) & filter
  • Manifold & distribution center
  • Fertilizer placement options
  • Controller & wiring harnesses
  • Automatic shut-off
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We do 90% of the assembly
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Testimonials

  • Dale C.

    I have used your Chicken Trackers for 2 years now on my CIH 1255 planter. They have greatly improved the closing of the seed trench over the OEM press wheels. They will bother a little in sticky conditions but not any worse than the mud buildup on the original press wheels. In good to dry conditions they do a great job. I would also like to comment on your employees. You have a top notch group. They’re all so friendly and helpful and willing to take time to treat me like I’m the most important person there. From the girls up front to everyone in assembly and particularly to Gage and Anthony upstairs for directing me and giving advice I needed on my Dosatron injection system. I sure appreciated doing business with your group.

  • J.N., Ohio

    I have a JD 4 row planter 7000 with John Blue Squeeze Pump. I use 4 rows 2×2 and 2 rows off 6 row pump and split into 4 rows with Schaffert’s manifold and orange ofifices with 50 mesh screen on in part of the manifold – the screen make all 4 rows put out the same fertilizer.

  • C.P., Mississippi

    The pump systems are really simple—worked just like you said and were easy to install.

  • J.G., Texas

    I like the idea of being able to adjust the volume accurately in the cab, and the charts you send are very easy to read and use. Setting up the system was a cinch.

  • J.B., Michigan

    After visiting the Schaffert display at the Louisville Farm Show, we ordered a micro-nutrient system to add onto our Kinze 2600 planter. We were pleased to find that there was pre-assembly done before it was sent. This made our installation considerably easier. We have verified the nozzle size to be as desired. The orange tubing makes a color code identifiable from the air system on our planter. We were able to install a 100 gallon tank and keep the additional unit protected in line with existing tanks during transport. This system has worked as well as expected.

  • P.L., Wisconsin

    The Schaffert liquid fertilizer system is the pinnacle of the industry. It’s very simple to use and bullet proof reliable. The best by far!!! Even more importantly is the absolutely second to none customer service. Just plain good knowledgable folks to deal with. Thanks for the good job!!!

Optional Fittings Instructions

Optional Fittings

 Y-NOT SPLIT-IT
 JOHN DEERE 750-1990 DRILLS
JD Drills Comparing Options
learn more about optional fittings
STRAIGHT SHOT
 OTHER OPTIONS
HOSE HOLDER

Y-NOT SPLIT-IT®

In-Furrow Fertilizer Fitting for the Rebounder

MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
Optional Fittings — Brochure
Optional Fittings & Stainless Steel Tubes — Price List

About the Y-Not

As the Rebounder places the seeds in the bottom of the furrow, the Y-Not places fertilizer halfway up the sidewall.

The Y-Not allows fertilizer to soak into the sidewall and keeps it from going directly onto the seed. It is insurance against fertilizer burn.

The holder in the kit acts as a guide, keeping the disc from rubbing on the 1/4″ fertilizer or chemical hose.

Micro Y and Rebounder on a newer Case IH 1200 seed boot

LOW RATE Y

Sometimes when applying less than 5 GPA, one side of the standard Y splitter may plug. We have a micro Y that eliminates this plugging problem, allowing liquid rates as low as 1 GPA.

This new for 2018 yellow Y has half size holes for placing lower volumes of fertilizer on the side walls.

  • Hole size reduced by half
  • With standard clear Y splitter, you must apply at least 6+ GPA to prevent plugging on one side
  • With micro Y, you can put on as low as 1 GPA and both sides will remain open
Standard clear Y and micro yellow Y

Benefits of the Y-Not

Seed germination can be damaged when starter fertilizers or those with sulfur or high nitrogen content are placed directly on the seed (in drier or sandy soils).

Soil types play a large role in what method of fertilizer application should be used (direct or split), so we would advise you to talk to your fertilizer dealer or crop consultant. Many farmers with higher rainfall and/or heavier textured soils sometimes put fertilizer such as 10-34-0 or 9-18-9 on with the Y-Not Split-It.

Using the Y-Not Split-It with the Rebounder will give you a barrier of soil between the seed and the fertilizer. This little insurance could mean a lot to your peace of mind as well as higher yields. Many farmers and fertilizer/seed dealers are looking at this with great interest as a simple and beneficial way to give the crop an added boost in its earliest stage of development.

Ear size and bushels are determined early on in the developmental cycle, so you can see how this could be beneficial to the long term outcome. Even soybean yields can be increased with in-furrow fertilizer application. As much as five bushels per acre have been reported from farmers using the Rebounder with the Y-Not Split-It.

Y-Not and Rebounder on a John Deere seed tube
  • Fertilizes sidewalls of seed V
  • Ensures that seeds will not be drenched
  • Apply up to 10 gallon in-furrow
  • Takes less than 5 minutes to install
see the difference Rebounders and Y-Not attachments make

Bullet Check Valves

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Bullet check valves are optional with the Y-Not. They allow pressure and stop the flow of liquid directly above the Y-Not when the fertilizer pump is shut off.

If using bullet check valves, you may want to install the Y-Not kit shown in this picture.

Important points to remember when using bullet check valves:

  • All fertilizer must be filtered before it goes into any check valve. Filtering will prevent the check valve from sticking open or closed.
  • All systems must be thoroughly washed and/or blown out at the end of the planting season to prevent crystals in the lines. This will help prevent the check valves from becoming plugged for next planting season.

Testimonials

  • Mike Ellis, Mt. Hope Seed Co.

    Schaffert Seed Rebounder Review: Context: I’m part of a small family farm located in the Willamette Valley of Oregon. We primarily grow seed crops (Annual and Perennial Ryegrass, Tall Fescue, Red Clover, Crimson Clover, and Radish). All of these crops have a relatively shallow planting depth, typically around ½”. Some of our production is grown under contract and these contracts often stipulate that the crop must be certified. This certification typically requires several crop inspections and there are rigorous standards for how much crop can be outside of the drill row (often times no more than 1%). The reason for this is it’ s impossible to tell if crop outside of the drill row is from seed bounce or volunteer from a previous year potentially from a different variety. If you fail certification in the best case, you will have your sale price docked and in the worst case it may void the contract and leave you without a home for your crop (in a poor market this will mean a significant price reduction and possibly not being able to find a sale for that crop for several years). Needless to say, seed bounce is not acceptable for us. Which leads me to the intended benefit and why we installed our first set of Seed Rebounders. Intended Benefit: The first time I took apart one of our openers on our drill I was appalled. The seed tube ended at the hub where the double discs bolt on. From there we had been relying on gravity to guide seed to the bottom of the furrow, which is not ideal for the small seeded crops that we grow. There was absolutely nothing behind the seed tube to keep the seed in or direct it down. As I installed the Seed Rebounders, I immediately saw that wide-open gap to the back of the double discs get filled. Between the bracket and the Rebounder, the only place left for the seed to go was to the bottom of the furrow. After using them in field we saw a significant reduction in seed bounce, if not an elimination of it. Unintended Benefits: With our shallow planting depth (typically ½”) we tend not to use much to close our furrows because of the risk of moving seed out of them. These Seed Rebounders have acted as a closing system for us. They gently pull loose soil […]

  • D.R., Illinois

    I have a DB 60 high speed 36 row 20 inch planter. It has about every option on it including tracks, hydraulic down force, hydraulic row cleaners and air down force on closing wheels. I put on the Schaffert Rebounders with Y-Not Splitters to apply 10 gal. of 10/34/00 in-furrow. I use the Y-Nots as it applies the fertilizer beside the seed, not on it. I say this set-up is the real deal! When I check stands there is never a double, never a skip. If a plant is missing, dig down and the seed is there. Happens very seldom, though. I apply fertilizer for two reasons: 1) a carrier for insecticide; 2) the corn moisture in the fall will be 2 to 3 points less and the yield slightly more. As far as cost goes, the only cost is setting up the planter. Whatever units I put on with the planter, I subtract off the spread fertilizer. I believe high yields are obtained by a lot of little things working together. My APH is 239 per acre on rolling ground near the Mississippi.

  • T.B., Nebraska

    The Rebounder with the Straight Shot puts the fertilizer down under the Rebounder with very little splatter. It also puts a little dirt on the seed before the fertilizer goes in-furrow. We apply 10 GPA of 10-34-0 and 5 GPA of 32-0-0 + zinc for a total of 15 GPA when we plant wheat and it does a great job. When planting milo and sunflowers with the same machine we apply 7.5 GPA 10-34-0 + zinc. We get great stands. The Rebounder does not press the seed into the hard trench, but places a little loose dirt over it. This keeps keep the seed from bouncing all over the seed slot. We have had all the way from the original Rebounder up the recent one with the Straight Shot incorporated into it. The Rebounder wears really well. We just put our 3rd set on and each set probably went over 7500-1000 acres. They do what Paul says they will do!!

STRAIGHT SHOT™

In-Furrow Fertilizer Fitting for the Rebounder

MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
Optional Fittings — Brochure
Optional Fittings & Stainless Steel Tubes — Price List

About the Straight Shot

As the Rebounder places the seeds in the bottom of the furrow, the Straight Shot places fertilizer or inoculants directly on the seed from under the Rebounder.

It works very well on planter or drills that have press wheels that run on or in the furrow.

The Straight Shot will keep the fertilizer from caking up on the press wheel. It also prevents mud build up on the press tires and reduces debris getting caught up under it.

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Benefits of the Straight Shot

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  • Fertilizer, insecticide, or inoculants are applied with the seed from under the Rebounder
  • Keeps liquid off wheels and discs
  • Eliminates mud build up on press wheels
  • Mounts in same spot as the “y” from the Y-Not Split-It Kit
  • Lower profile design
  • Secured in place with metal plate and screws
  • Takes less than 5 minutes to install
see the difference Rebounders and Straight Shot attachments make
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Bullet Check Valves

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Bullet check valves are optional with the Straight Shot. They allow pressure and stop the flow of liquid directly above the Straight Shot when the fertilizer pump is shut off.

If using bullet check valves, you may want to install the Straight Shot kit shown in this picture.

Important points to remember when using bullet check valves:

  • All fertilizer must be filtered before it goes into any check valve. Filtering will prevent the check valve from sticking open or closed.
  • All systems must be thoroughly washed and/or blown out at the end of the planting season to prevent crystals in the lines. This will help prevent the check valves from becoming plugged for next planting season.

Straight Shot VS Hose Holder

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Testimonials

  • Mike Ellis, Mt. Hope Seed Co.

    Schaffert Seed Rebounder Review: Context: I’m part of a small family farm located in the Willamette Valley of Oregon. We primarily grow seed crops (Annual and Perennial Ryegrass, Tall Fescue, Red Clover, Crimson Clover, and Radish). All of these crops have a relatively shallow planting depth, typically around ½”. Some of our production is grown under contract and these contracts often stipulate that the crop must be certified. This certification typically requires several crop inspections and there are rigorous standards for how much crop can be outside of the drill row (often times no more than 1%). The reason for this is it’ s impossible to tell if crop outside of the drill row is from seed bounce or volunteer from a previous year potentially from a different variety. If you fail certification in the best case, you will have your sale price docked and in the worst case it may void the contract and leave you without a home for your crop (in a poor market this will mean a significant price reduction and possibly not being able to find a sale for that crop for several years). Needless to say, seed bounce is not acceptable for us. Which leads me to the intended benefit and why we installed our first set of Seed Rebounders. Intended Benefit: The first time I took apart one of our openers on our drill I was appalled. The seed tube ended at the hub where the double discs bolt on. From there we had been relying on gravity to guide seed to the bottom of the furrow, which is not ideal for the small seeded crops that we grow. There was absolutely nothing behind the seed tube to keep the seed in or direct it down. As I installed the Seed Rebounders, I immediately saw that wide-open gap to the back of the double discs get filled. Between the bracket and the Rebounder, the only place left for the seed to go was to the bottom of the furrow. After using them in field we saw a significant reduction in seed bounce, if not an elimination of it. Unintended Benefits: With our shallow planting depth (typically ½”) we tend not to use much to close our furrows because of the risk of moving seed out of them. These Seed Rebounders have acted as a closing system for us. They gently pull loose soil […]

  • D.R., Illinois

    I have a DB 60 high speed 36 row 20 inch planter. It has about every option on it including tracks, hydraulic down force, hydraulic row cleaners and air down force on closing wheels. I put on the Schaffert Rebounders with Y-Not Splitters to apply 10 gal. of 10/34/00 in-furrow. I use the Y-Nots as it applies the fertilizer beside the seed, not on it. I say this set-up is the real deal! When I check stands there is never a double, never a skip. If a plant is missing, dig down and the seed is there. Happens very seldom, though. I apply fertilizer for two reasons: 1) a carrier for insecticide; 2) the corn moisture in the fall will be 2 to 3 points less and the yield slightly more. As far as cost goes, the only cost is setting up the planter. Whatever units I put on with the planter, I subtract off the spread fertilizer. I believe high yields are obtained by a lot of little things working together. My APH is 239 per acre on rolling ground near the Mississippi.

  • T.B., Nebraska

    The Rebounder with the Straight Shot puts the fertilizer down under the Rebounder with very little splatter. It also puts a little dirt on the seed before the fertilizer goes in-furrow. We apply 10 GPA of 10-34-0 and 5 GPA of 32-0-0 + zinc for a total of 15 GPA when we plant wheat and it does a great job. When planting milo and sunflowers with the same machine we apply 7.5 GPA 10-34-0 + zinc. We get great stands. The Rebounder does not press the seed into the hard trench, but places a little loose dirt over it. This keeps keep the seed from bouncing all over the seed slot. We have had all the way from the original Rebounder up the recent one with the Straight Shot incorporated into it. The Rebounder wears really well. We just put our 3rd set on and each set probably went over 7500-1000 acres. They do what Paul says they will do!!

HOSE HOLDER™

In-Furrow Fertilizer Fitting for the Rebounder

MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
Optional Fittings — Brochure
Optional Fittings & Stainless Steel Tubes — Price List

About the Hose Holder

The Hose Holder, attached to the top of the Rebounder, distributes the liquid out front and on top of the seed.

This method mixes a little soil in with the fertilizer.

Benefits of the Hose Holder

  • Places liquids above and on the seed
  • Keeps liquid off discs and planter
  • Distributes liquids evenly in-furrow
  • Hose is secured with molded-in tab
  • Mounts in same spot as the “y” from the Y-Not Split-It Kit

JOHN DEERE 750-1990 DRILLS

In-Furrow Fertilizer Fitting for the Rebounder

MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
Optional Fittings for John Deere Drills — Brochure
Optional Fittings for John Deere Drills — Compare Options
Optional Fittings & Stainless Steel Tubes — Price List

The flapper John Deere installs on their drills is a flat thin piece of plastic that runs to the top of the furrow, so when the press wheel comes along and the seeds are all over in the seed trench the press wheel will press them in the side walls as well as the bottom of the seed V. This causes uneven depth placement of seeds and can also cause uneven emergence of plants.

The Rebounder on John Deere 750-1990 drills works very well because of its concave design that will direct all the seeds to the bottom of the furrow, so when the press wheel comes along it will press them in the bottom of the furrow. The Rebounder is 3-4 times heavier than the little flapper John Deere installs on the drills, thus giving it high wear qualities.

The Rebounder eliminates the uneven depth placement and thus enhances a more uniform emergence. The John Deere Drill Rebounder is only $10 per row and they pay for themselves on a 15′ drill in less than 150 acres of planting.

John Deere drills — compare options

John Deere didn’t leave a good place on their drills to put starter fertilizer in-furrow, so we come up with several attachments to do so. These options work well with the Rebounder.

Tube Over the Press Wheel

This is one of our earlier fertilizer tube attachments that we have put together for the John Deere 750-1990 No-Till Drills. As drills improved from the early 750s to the present-day 1990 drills, changes have been made.

Early on we tried to run a stainless tube down the back of the seed boot and drop the fertilizer into the seed V ahead of the press wheel but the fertilizer would splash back on the press wheel, coating it and bearings with fertilizer. Then we added the Rebounder to the seed boot, replacing the seed flap that John Deere had. The seed flap didn’t have a concave design like the Rebounder does nor was it as thick as the Rebounder.

By putting the Rebounder on in place of the seed flap we helped put all the seeds in the bottom of the furrow as well as created a tab on top of the Rebounder to hold the fertilizer tube in the furrow. This helped keep fertilizer off the bearings of the press wheel, but it still let fertilizer build up on the press wheel tire itself. The press wheel would also rest on the Rebounder when the drill was in the up position and break the Rebounder off.

This prompted us to make a tube to go behind the press wheel tire. This worked fine as long as there wasn’t any trash involved. Where ever there was trash such as cobs and stalks they would get caught between the press wheel and the stainless tube and stop the wheel from turning.

Other problems with the stainless tube over the press wheel were the cast closing wheel bracket would sometimes come down and bend the tube and bracket that went over the press wheel. This would happen if the farmer went over too steep of terraces or through too deep a ditch in the field.

With several years under our belt and working with farmers we have modified the fertilizer tube over the press wheel to work and perform much better. Our new stainless steel fertilizer tube is easy to install and runs over and behind 9″ John Deere press wheels.

We also recently added a new heavy duty rubber boot to the bottom of the fertilizer tube. This boot is specially made for our fertilizer tubes, designed to immediately snap back into place after hitting trash. It works better than the drag hose previously used. The rubber boot also helps eliminate fertilizer on the row unit.

mounting instructions — fertilizer tube over the press wheel

BENEFITS OF THE STAINLESS FERTILIZER TUBE OVER THE PRESS WHEEL

  • Places fertilizer behind the press wheel for a cleaner drill
  • Rebounder’s concave design places all the seeds in the bottom of furrow
  • The press wheel presses seeds in before fertilizer is placed above the seed
  • Bracket models fit the 9″ (SDX & JD type) press wheel

BENEFITS OF THE 9″ PRESS WHEEL

All the older John Deere Drills such as the 750 have 10″ press wheels and all newer drills like the 1890 and 1990s have 9″ press wheels. We recommend switching out the 10″ press wheel on older drills for 9″ press wheels.

If you decide to keep the 10″ press wheel you will need a press wheel stop to prevent damage to the rebounder and the bolts on the press wheel.

The 10″ press wheel is larger, thus hitting the rebounder. This is why you need a press wheel stop.

The 9″ press wheel is by far better to use than the 10″ press wheel because of its shape for putting seeds in the bottom of the furrow better. The 9″ press wheel has more of a V type shape that will let it conform to the shape of the seed boot and single disc opener on the drill.

The 10″ press wheel is more rounded on the bottom and doesn’t fit the shape of the seed V as well. This is why all new John Deere drills have the 9″ press wheel as standard equipment. Your local dealer can supply these 9″ press wheels or you can order the 9″ press wheels from us at minimal cost.

The 9″ Press Wheel:

  • Smaller and narrower
  • Fits seed furrow better (shaped like the seed V)
  • Works well with the Rebounder, which eliminates seeds from getting pressed into the sidewalls
  • The Rebounder’s concave design funnels seeds to the bottom of the furrow and the 9″ wheel presses them in
  • Eliminates need for press wheel stops
  • Keeps stainless steel tube from coming in contact with the cast closing wheel arm

Chad's Tube

This is one of several designed attachments that Schaffert Mfg. Co. sells to place starter fertilizer in the furrow of most John Deere model 1560-1990 No-Till Drills. (NOTE: JD 750 Drills require a different mounted tube. Please specify when ordering if you have a JD 750 Drill.)

We call this “Chad’s Tube” because it was designed by a farmer named Chad who plants crops with a John Deere No-Till Drill. “Designed by a farmer for farmers.” It is probably one of the better ways to put starter in furrow with the seed.

Chad’s Tube works very well with the Rebounder on these models of drills because the Rebounder has a concave design to put all the seeds in the bottom of the furrow along with the fertilizer from Chad’s Tube. The Rebounder takes the place of the John Deere seed flap that sometimes leaves seeds on the side walls or out of the seed trench, thus making fertilizer placement less effective.

Farmers have found by using the Rebounder over the John Deere seed flap that they can back off on higher cost seeding rates because the Rebounder gives them uniform depth placement of all the seeds, and that in turn gives them larger numbers of plants germinating and more uniform emergence. In tests conducted with soybeans where farmers have decreased their seeding rates from 220,000 seeds down to 150,000 seeds per acre their yields haven’t dropped by using the Rebounder and starter fertilizer.

By cutting the seeding rate by almost 1/3 can be a substantial savings in seed costs and enough to pay for the Rebounder and Chad’s Tube in a small amount of acres planted. This makes the drill more like a planter.

Chad's Tube mounting instructions — JD 750
Chad's Tube mounting instructions — JD 1560-1990
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BENEFITS OF CHAD’S TUBE

  • Chad’s Tube and the Rebounder are protected from trash by being mounted to the back of the seed boot
  • Places starter inside the boot and below the Rebounder with the seed
  • Rebounder also keeps fertilizer from Chad’s Tube from coming in contact with the press wheel that runs in the seed V
  • Chad’s small tube and the compact design of the Rebounder let both run without interference with the press wheel
  • Ease of installation with one bolt to the Rebounder and the other to the top of the seed boot
  • Chad’s Tube is made of stainless steel for corrosion protection
  • Chad’s Tube and the Rebounder allow the press wheel to press seeds in below the starter

The Fin

The Fin, Fertilizer and Seed Spacer, is the cleanest method to apply in-furrow liquid starter fertilizer with single disc drill openers.

The 3/4″ wide Fin, made of UHMW (Ultra High Molecular Weight) plastic to ensure long wear life, replaces the traditional 1″ wide seed firming wheel. The narrower Fin provides more consistent seed depth. In moist or wet seeding conditions, it eliminates lifting of seed from the furrow by the rolling wheel.

The Fin places liquid fertilizer at the deepest point of the furrow. Regardless if the Fin’s are brand new or have worn to 50%, the patented design keeps the delivery point deep in the furrow. This means your equipment stays clean. Compared to traditional stainless steel tube delivery methods, splatter on the drill is virtually eliminated.

mounting instructions — Fin
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IN-FURROW OPTIONAL FERTILIZER FITTINGS

for Rebounder Seed Covers

MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
Optional Fittings — Brochure
Optional Fittings for John Deere Drills — Brochure
Optional Fittings & Stainless Steel Tubes — Parts List

Plants require 14 essential nutrients for healthy growth. The absence of any one nutrient in the soil can limit plant growth, even when all other plant nutrients are present in adequate amounts. The three micro-nutrients that are most essential for food production and quality are nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium.

 

Fertilizer placement in relation to the seed is the key to successful plant growth. Soil types play a large role in what method of fertilizer application should be used (direct or split), so we recommend you consult with your agronomist on which fitting will work best for your agricultural program.

About Our In-Furrow Fittings

Each Rebounder has the option of allowing liquid fertilizer or chemical to be applied in various locations to accommodate your specific needs. Whether you want to split the fertilizer or place it directly on the seed, we have many options for you to choose from.

Ear size and bushels are determined early on in the developmental cycle. Adding fertilizer in-furrow is a simple way to give the crop an added boost in its earliest stage of development.

Even soybean yields can be increased with in-furrow fertilizer application. As much as five bushels per acre have been reported from farmers using in-furrow fertilizer fittings with the Rebounder.

In-Furrow Options

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Y-NOT SPLIT-IT™

  • Fertilizes sidewalls of seed V
  • Ensures that the seeds won’t be drenched
  • Apply up to 10 gallons per acre in furrow
  • Less than 5 minutes to install
  • Optional Bullet Check Valve – stops the flow of liquid at end of Y when pump is shut off
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STRAIGHT SHOT™

  • Places liquid directly on the seed from under the Rebounder
  • Lower profile design
  • Keeps liquid off wheels and discs
  • Secured with metal plate
  • Works with planters and drills
  • Optional Bullet Check Valve – stops the flow of liquid at end of Y when pump is shut off
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HOSE HOLDER™

  • Places liquids above and on the seed
  • Keeps liquid off discs and planter
  • Hose is secured with molded-in tab
  • Distributes liquids evenly in furrow
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Chad's Tube (left); stainless steel tube over the press wheel (right)

FITTINGS FOR JOHN DEERE 750-1990 DRILLS

Multiple options made specifically for John Deere 750-1990 drills include:

  • Chad’s Tube
  • Stainless steel tube that runs over the 9″ press wheel
  • The Fin
  • JD Drill Rebounder
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Stainless steel tube for Case IH planters

STAINLESS STEEL TUBES

  • Easy installation
  • Effective liquid placement
  • Durable, rust free stainless steel
  • Works with planters and drills
  • Great for starter application
  • Works with Rebounders

GRANULAR APPLICATION

  • Applies granular in-furrow

Testimonials

  • Mike Ellis, Mt. Hope Seed Co.

    Schaffert Seed Rebounder Review: Context: I’m part of a small family farm located in the Willamette Valley of Oregon. We primarily grow seed crops (Annual and Perennial Ryegrass, Tall Fescue, Red Clover, Crimson Clover, and Radish). All of these crops have a relatively shallow planting depth, typically around ½”. Some of our production is grown under contract and these contracts often stipulate that the crop must be certified. This certification typically requires several crop inspections and there are rigorous standards for how much crop can be outside of the drill row (often times no more than 1%). The reason for this is it’ s impossible to tell if crop outside of the drill row is from seed bounce or volunteer from a previous year potentially from a different variety. If you fail certification in the best case, you will have your sale price docked and in the worst case it may void the contract and leave you without a home for your crop (in a poor market this will mean a significant price reduction and possibly not being able to find a sale for that crop for several years). Needless to say, seed bounce is not acceptable for us. Which leads me to the intended benefit and why we installed our first set of Seed Rebounders. Intended Benefit: The first time I took apart one of our openers on our drill I was appalled. The seed tube ended at the hub where the double discs bolt on. From there we had been relying on gravity to guide seed to the bottom of the furrow, which is not ideal for the small seeded crops that we grow. There was absolutely nothing behind the seed tube to keep the seed in or direct it down. As I installed the Seed Rebounders, I immediately saw that wide-open gap to the back of the double discs get filled. Between the bracket and the Rebounder, the only place left for the seed to go was to the bottom of the furrow. After using them in field we saw a significant reduction in seed bounce, if not an elimination of it. Unintended Benefits: With our shallow planting depth (typically ½”) we tend not to use much to close our furrows because of the risk of moving seed out of them. These Seed Rebounders have acted as a closing system for us. They gently pull loose soil […]

  • D.R., Illinois

    I have a DB 60 high speed 36 row 20 inch planter. It has about every option on it including tracks, hydraulic down force, hydraulic row cleaners and air down force on closing wheels. I put on the Schaffert Rebounders with Y-Not Splitters to apply 10 gal. of 10/34/00 in-furrow. I use the Y-Nots as it applies the fertilizer beside the seed, not on it. I say this set-up is the real deal! When I check stands there is never a double, never a skip. If a plant is missing, dig down and the seed is there. Happens very seldom, though. I apply fertilizer for two reasons: 1) a carrier for insecticide; 2) the corn moisture in the fall will be 2 to 3 points less and the yield slightly more. As far as cost goes, the only cost is setting up the planter. Whatever units I put on with the planter, I subtract off the spread fertilizer. I believe high yields are obtained by a lot of little things working together. My APH is 239 per acre on rolling ground near the Mississippi.

  • T.B., Nebraska

    The Rebounder with the Straight Shot puts the fertilizer down under the Rebounder with very little splatter. It also puts a little dirt on the seed before the fertilizer goes in-furrow. We apply 10 GPA of 10-34-0 and 5 GPA of 32-0-0 + zinc for a total of 15 GPA when we plant wheat and it does a great job. When planting milo and sunflowers with the same machine we apply 7.5 GPA 10-34-0 + zinc. We get great stands. The Rebounder does not press the seed into the hard trench, but places a little loose dirt over it. This keeps keep the seed from bouncing all over the seed slot. We have had all the way from the original Rebounder up the recent one with the Straight Shot incorporated into it. The Rebounder wears really well. We just put our 3rd set on and each set probably went over 7500-1000 acres. They do what Paul says they will do!!

Rebounder Seed Cover Instructions

Rebounder® Seed Cover

PLANTER MODELS

DRILL MODELS

DO-IT YOURSELF

Case IH Seed Boots

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Mounting OIH12N Rebounder to newer 1200 series Case IH seedboots

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What NOT to do with your Rebounders

When storing or working on the planter always install cylinder stops or place the planter on stands to prevent personal injury or damage to the Rebounder.

 IMPORTANT: Do not roll back or back up the planter in or on the ground as this can result in damage to the Rebounder.

These images show the damage done to Rebounders by backing the planter up in the ground

NEW REBOUNDERS®

Schaffert Mfg. Co. keeps up with technology, and introduces new innovative brackets to mount on new seed tubes and planter units. Rebounder mounts recently introduced fit Precision Planting®‘s BullsEye® seed tubes, CrustBuster drills with dry fertilizer tubes, Great Plains’ Clear-Shot® seed tube, John Deere ExactEmerge™ planters, Kinze EdgeVac®, Precision Planting’s WaveVision® seed tubes, and the White 9000 Series planters.

We work closely with farmers and dealers, and have had much success with the many planters equipped with these attachments. Each new Rebounder and mount has been made to work with our in-furrow fertilizer options.

BullsEye® Seed Tube

The new insert for the Precision BullsEye seed tubes will eliminate having to cut on the Rebounder in order to mount it to the seed tube. This new insert can be attached to the Rebounder before installing to the seed tube.

Rebounder mounting instructions — Precision Planting BullsEye Seed Tube

CrustBuster Drills Using Dry Fertilizer Tubes

This new mounting bracket uses the 5 hole Rebounder to fit CrustBuster 3400/3700/4000 series drills with dry fertilizer tubes.

Great Plains Clear-Shot® Seed Tube

The tan or flesh colored Clear-Shot seed tube can be found on Great Plains YP/3PYP/25 series planters.

Rebounder mounting instructions — Great Plains Clear-Shot Seed Tube

John Deere ExactEmerge™ Planters

After much demand, we’ve developed a Rebounder mounting bracket to fit John Deere’s ExactEmerge planters. The Rebounder provides an excellent method of applying fertilizer in-furrow with one of the in-furrow fertilizer kits.

Rebounder mounting instructions — John Deere ExactEmerge

Kinze EdgeVac®

Kinze began installing the EdgeVac seed tube on planters in 2006, and in 2012 it became standard on all new planters. The EdgeVac seed tube which is much larger in size than the older models of Kinze seed tubes. This larger seed tube is a tight fit between the double disc openers. The Rebounder no longer uses the bottom tie strap on the Rebounder, because it will rub on the double disc openers. This prompted Schaffert Mfg. Co. to make a bracket to hold the Rebounder in place without using a tie strap.

The new patent pending bracket is shaped like a horse shoe with a set bolt or screw installed, so that the clip is installed to fit over the Rebounder and on the inside opening at the bottom of the seed tube. There is also a centering bracket that is placed in the Rebounder to keep the Rebounder centered on the seed tube. This centering bracket is held in place with one tie strap at the top of the Rebounder. Once the horse shoe bracket is slid into the end of the seed tube on the back side away from any contact with seed, it is tightened into place with the set bolt or screw.

This new bracket system keeps the Rebounder centered both on the seed tube as well centered in the seed V. The newly designed narrower Rebounder eliminates any vibration of the seed tube, because it is made to lightly touch the side walls of the seed V and not drag seeds. We also have narrower Rebounders for Kinze planters prior to 2012.

Rebounder mounting instructions — Kinze EdgeVac Seed Tube

WaveVision® Sensor

With the WaveVision seed tube, the angle on the back of the seed tube where we normally mount changed when Precision put the new sensor down at the bottom of the seed tube. Seed tubes have a curve so that when planting at 5mph the seed enters the seed V at zero velocity. The inside of the WaveVision seed tube still has the curve, but the outside has been squared up. In order to accommodate this and get the Rebounder back to the necessary 27 degree angle to the planter unit, we designed a mounting bracket that is raised on the bottom end and therefore keeps the backward curve of the seed tube.

Rebounder mounting instructions — WaveVision Sensor Seed Tube

White 9000 Series

Rebounder mounting instructions — White 9000 Series Seed Tube

The new Agco White 9000 planters have large double disc openers. We introduced a new Rebounder that would have a mounting clamp that would install on back of the inside of the seed tube and be bolted to the Rebounder to hold it in place at the proper depth in the seed furrow. At the top of the Rebounder a tie strap would be installed over the arrow head of the seed tube holding it center on the seed tube.

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