alpo
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I always thought bigger pipe means bigger pressure. Going from 1" to 1/2" will reduce PSI right? Either way, pipe size isn't going to solve your problem. If you want to create pressure you need a diaphragm pump. GPH, especially concerning submersible pumps is a terrible way to measure PSI. Most, no matter how large won't create the PSI you need for pressure compensating emitters to work as designed.
Anyways, why do you want to run pressure compensating emitters? I think your better off with a loopfield or "pico" style manifold with open ended 1/4" lines. Just make sure your main loops and all your 1/4" open lines are the same length. Your pump is more than enough power, in fact you might have to tee off in your rez with a shutoff valve to control flow as it might be to much... this valve even left slightly open will also act as your siphon break if you keep it above the waterline.
Emitters clog... Don't see why you would want to use them if you don't have to.
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