Need pump size help for irrigation/auto feed setup

jby · Dec 1, 2021

I am setting up a irrigation/auto feed. Try to run my water line from my rez up to the ceiling (9ft) and go along 25 ft to feed 144 plants. using 6X6 coco cube, so planning to water them .5 gal per day per plant. I dont mind auto feed once every hour for 10 hrs or continue drip for 10 hrs( which way will be better). please suggest a pump that will work for me systerm. I am trying to do it right so the will get even contribution through out my plants. Thanks in advance for any help.

logic · Dec 1, 2021

calling our in-house hydro expert @Aqua Man

Aqua Man · Dec 1, 2021

Got him in PM need a lot more info on total output flow rates, head pressure etc.

And I prefer high flow rate emmiters as it will reduce clogging issues.

gristle · Dec 1, 2021

do share.

Aqua Man · Dec 2, 2021

I'll answer here since some may be interested.

So 144 plants in 1 gal coco. The next information we need to start is what type of emmiters you would like to use because this will dictate the output volume needed by the pump.

If using 1GPH drippers you would require a much lower output volume than say using 20GPH emmiters.

There are pros and cons to each.

jby · Dec 2, 2021

I was thinking not use an emitters, just use a tube holder for the .25 tube, and just let water run out.

Aqua Man · Dec 3, 2021

jby said:
I was thinking not use an emitters, just use a tube holder for the .25 tube, and just let water run out.

Ok if that the case you would benefit from a restriction at a manifold enough to create backpressure so you get even flow.

If just wide open it can be done but water takes the path of least resistance so it leaves plenty of opportunity for uneven watering especially with such a low pot volume of media. Plus the very short runtime with that flow rate.

Running lines from above would be the best bet if going end to end open flow to provide the most even distribution.

What kind of budget are you looking at?

Aqua Man · Dec 3, 2021

Floraflex makes bubblers that have adjustable flow rates.

Amazon.com : FloraFlex Multi Flow Bubbler (72/Cs) : Patio, Lawn & Garden

www.amazon.com

Also how many plant at a time are you feeding? It is possible to run zone on solenoids at a reasonable price.

jby · Dec 3, 2021

Aqua Man said:
Ok if that the case you would benefit from a restriction at a manifold enough to create backpressure so you get even flow.

If just wide open it can be done but water takes the path of least resistance so it leaves plenty of opportunity for uneven watering especially with such a low pot volume of media. Plus the very short runtime with that flow rate.

Running lines from above would be the best bet if going end to end open flow to provide the most even distribution.

What kind of budget are you looking at?

I dont want to spend alot, if i need to get it done right, then i have to spend whatever it need to be.

jby · Dec 3, 2021

Aqua Man said:
Floraflex makes bubblers that have adjustable flow rates.

Amazon.com : FloraFlex Multi Flow Bubbler (72/Cs) : Patio, Lawn & Garden

Amazon.com : FloraFlex Multi Flow Bubbler (72/Cs) : Patio, Lawn & Garden

www.amazon.com

Also how many plant at a time are you feeding? It is possible to run zone on solenoids at a reasonable price.

3 zones may be, 48 plants each time.

jby · Dec 3, 2021

Aqua Man said:
Floraflex makes bubblers that have adjustable flow rates.

Amazon.com : FloraFlex Multi Flow Bubbler (72/Cs) : Patio, Lawn & Garden

Amazon.com : FloraFlex Multi Flow Bubbler (72/Cs) : Patio, Lawn & Garden

www.amazon.com

Also how many plant at a time are you feeding? It is possible to run zone on solenoids at a reasonable price.

I was thinking of the 3 zones orbit from home depot, but it can more more zones if I need to.

Need pump size help for irrigation/auto feed setup

Need pump size help for irrigation/auto feed setup

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