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Make sure and get a pump that will create the correct pressure and volume. I did some mock ups with a couple of pumps and the FF stuff you have listed. It did not go so well, even with a 1680 GPM pump I could not get enough head pressure to get the water to flow the way you need it. Hopefully someone with some good pump knowledge like @Aquaman can set you in the right directionHey everyone its a pretty basic question but i just want to make sure i have everything ordered at one time before i get it started. Currently i am wanting to get started by using the quickfill kit that FF sells for 8 plants.
Here is a look at the current parts list i am looking at from FF
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I would probably get started using a 5 gallon rez or maybe a slim jim can. I would like to build something similar to what floraflex shows on their page with the bubbler head.
My main question is what would be needed to connect the submersible pump that comes with the kit to 3/4" PVC pipe so i can then add the ABV and valve to the bubbler.
The kit comes with 1/2" tubing that would connect to the pump my plan would be to then run the tubing into the tent through a vent hole im just not sure what adapter i would need to then get the pvc connected.
Sorry for the pretty dumb question, but would rather try and get it figured out before i order and have to go to hardware store multiple times.
Cheers, Odiesel
Not sure how long your lines are or how high up it was running but my plan was to use a 5 gallon rez most likely then connect the few pieces of pvc only being like 5 feet long at most. Probably still not enough pump to get the job done just not sure if i want to set up the bubbler like they show hereMake sure and get a pump that will create the correct pressure and volume. I did some mock ups with a couple of pumps and the FF stuff you have listed. It did not go so well, even with a 1680 GPM pump I could not get enough head pressure to get the water to flow the way you need it. Hopefully someone with some good pump knowledge like @Aquaman can set you in the right direction
Yeah i am in the US brothaIn the US? I can slap a few DIY parts together for ya if ya like
Thank you!!Sure thing... will sit down tonight and make a list for ya.
Ok working on it now... what kinda budget you looking at?Thank you!!
Ok working on it now... what kinda budget you looking at?
For 12 we need to step the pump up a bit.
Are you OK with sprayers? I found them to water much more evenly. I'll put links to everything for ya.
Ok let me start diggin12 would be cool but realistically I’d only need like 2-4 in total.Are the directions about the same whether it’s 2 or 12?
I’m great with sprayers. I like it more than my current method.
I haven’t set a hard budget but I’m thinking between 100-200 is ideal. Especially if you do provide 12 as I can adapt the guide for my outdoor greenhouse.
I know I wasn't asked but I'm that annoying guy...
I set up an auto feed cheap and easy skipping the dripper/manifold 1/4 inch tubing and using 1/2 inch all the way to hydro rings. It's definitely way less than $200 all in for 6 sites but I wound up only running 4.
Here's a quick list of what's needed.
Rez - $30 I chose a 26 gal for my needs.
Submersible fountain pumps x2 - 1 400 gph 1 800 gph $45
Tubing and fittings - $20
Hydro Halo watering rings x6 - $50
Nearpow timer - $18
About $165 on amazon. I'm sure thrifty folk can do way better than me.
That's it.. so simple and effective! The proof is in my profile if you have a min to scroll through. After every run the halos need a good rinse and I've experienced ZERO clogs after 3 full runs.
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