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So I’ve decided to give this a try. I was inspired by @tobh to build this Dutch bucket system. Almost complete, still have to top off the hydroton and rig a drain line.
to my surprise tobh is the only one I’ve seen run this type of setup.
Im running a 660 gallon per hour pump that’s housed in an external 25 gallon res
120 liters of hydroton, maxisun pb4000 lights.
I’ve got a couple of questions I’d like to bounce off you fine folks here at the farm
Do I really NEED an air stone in the res? With the amount of water flow/ exchange per hour I think the only thing it would accomplish is heating the water.
should I run this pump constantly or have it cycle? Heat is not an issue, my res sits on concrete that stays 68 degrees through the hottest part of the summer. I’m leaning towards running it 24/7, keep the water moving and agitated.
thoughts suggestions and comments are welcomed!
to my surprise tobh is the only one I’ve seen run this type of setup.
Im running a 660 gallon per hour pump that’s housed in an external 25 gallon res
120 liters of hydroton, maxisun pb4000 lights.
I’ve got a couple of questions I’d like to bounce off you fine folks here at the farm
Do I really NEED an air stone in the res? With the amount of water flow/ exchange per hour I think the only thing it would accomplish is heating the water.
should I run this pump constantly or have it cycle? Heat is not an issue, my res sits on concrete that stays 68 degrees through the hottest part of the summer. I’m leaning towards running it 24/7, keep the water moving and agitated.
thoughts suggestions and comments are welcomed!