How to make an inexpensive low-pressure aeroponics system
How to make an inexpensive low-pressure aeroponics system
* added 5/3/17 I made a new version of this system, https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLx7XtYIVCogQDFR-aPhP2tPURBuPva7As Also all follow-up videos to this first version can be found here. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLx7XtYIVCogSaplu_KPqhT35CDKhWYAMg Thanks for watching!
I show step-by-step how to design and construct a low-pressure aeroponics (soakaponics) system using free and inexpensive parts. I built mine for growing peppers, but could be used for anything. The pepper I used for testing was a Bhut Jolokia Assam.
The cost is less than 10.00 in parts, plus the submersible pump which cost me 22.42. Add 1.35 for optional sight glass components. This helps to monitor the water/nutrient level.
Parts list/cost
PVC parts
1 x 5′ sched 40 1/2″ PVC pipe – 1.92
5 x 1/2″ caps – .38 each = 1.52
4 x 1/2″ slip elbows – .28 each = 1.12
1 x 1/2″ four-way cross tee – 1.26
2 x 90 deg tee – .35 each = .70
1 x 1/2″ adapter threaded/slip – .38
1 x Eco-396 submersible pump – 22.42 – http://goo.gl/n4cmuL
15 x Spray nozzles – .13 each = 1.95
1 x Icing container – free
1 x 3″ net pot -.35 https://amzn.to/31AsmVQ
1 x 2″ neoprene cloning collar – .35 – https://amzn.to/31GWUVW
Total 31.97
Optional sight glass parts
1 x 1/2″ elbow – .50
1 x 1/2″ grommet – .35
1 x 10″ piece of 1/2″ clear tubing – .50
Total 1.35
Here are some of the parts used to make this system that I purchased through.
EcoPlus 728310 Eco 396 Submersible Pump, 396GPH (You can probably get by with one not as powerful, like the 210 GPH one, and save money)
http://goo.gl/n4cmuL
Hydrolux 360 Degree Red Replacement Micro Sprayer (100 count)
http://goo.gl/heVsJh
Drillco 2000C Series Carbon Steel Hand Threading Tap 10-32
http://goo.gl/hPbuIY
Great video!
Very nice build … how do you fill the container when more feed is needed .. does it have a fill point or do you need to remove the lid each time
hows the update? is the plant growing well?
Thank you.
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This is fantastically thought out. Hydroponics stores charge and arm and leg for stuff like Current Culture systems or TurboKloners.
Wonderful explanation thank you. Something i think the world over should be doing. Could you tell me how often do you run the pump?
Thanks for the how to win the purchase of stuff tomorrow
1: Don’t drill clockwise into PVC with a wood drill bit (bi-metal hole saw or wood drill bit), you will guaranteed split the plastic or fray the edges. Always cut counter clockwise.
2: This is single tank DWC hydroponics, not aeroponics. The droplet size is far too big you will not get the level of aeration that aeroponics provides and your roots will be drenched, not moist.
3: A dual tank system works better with this. Where you have the reservoir in a separate tank that the plant growing tank drains into. You can put a bigger bucket into a slightly smaller bucket to achieve this, or use a bigger bucket with a smaller bucket suspended inside. Have the pump in the bottom tank with the PVC leading into the top tank with a drain, leading back to the bottom tank. This keeps the roots further aerated and costs a few bucks extra.
your roots will clog the bottom 3 spayers
Hi, where can I buy those red spread heads?
You have a lot great ideas..! Love this channel.
hi. Thnx 4 the video but there is much more eazy way to make an aeroponic system. Look here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FN23p9KrkRQ
He uses the same nozzles as. But there is even much easier way to do this. Just drill very tiny holes into the hose with a very thin pin and thats it. U then have also smaller droplets which spreads more widely and the roots like it much more 😉
This is really clear, crisp and neat! Thanks for Sharing.
I relly not understand .. that thing u put in pump that thing contain from some tubes what it do ?
And irrigation hose where in and out ?? My english is bad sorry but I try to understand
How often does the pump run? Thanks
good design
Meticulous comes to mind and OCD
I like this set up man. Im still contemplating going this method or Kratky method. I the latter is more cost effective, but may not produce as healthy pepper plants. What are your thoughts?
How to take pipe measurements in inches or by foot??
That clear water level tube will enable Algae to form in your system. I would use a simple float through the top with a scale mounted next to it.
I had trouble hearing your soft voice !
Also, cool idea using the neoprene plug for the power cord. I usually just cut and splice the cord to fit through a gromet, but I hate cutting and splicing, so I think I might try your way next time.
Very thorough tutorial. Really appreciate your work. Hope you are well.
Those red nozzles always fail at the thread
Hats off to you… wonderful video but you can be more loud and clear
Those red spray heads tend to be a poor design. They’re sold as 360 degree spray heads but actually tend to be 2 x 20 degrees, and produce coarse droplets instead of something more like a mist. Consequently, not only are they liable to manage poor coverage, but they do not aerate the water well either. Unfortunately, there appears to be nothing better on the market. However, these have recently appeared but I’ve no experience of them: https://www.ebay.co.uk/i/262291399435?ul_noapp=true
Don’t waste your time with this check out my invention it takes grow into a next next next level
now can you create a version of this that are like the very expensive aeronautics tower gardens?
Stay away from pvc
Water sprinkler head 360 degree head straight up off the pump.
Thank you for this video, in your oppinion which system give the fastest leaf growth? For my next project im still deciding between deep water culture and low pressure aeroponic for my lettuce. Im currently using NFT method.
where did you get your spray nozzles
Amazing! Super informative and interesting. Your voice is very soothing as well lol! Just two questions: how often do you clean the PVC piping? Do you take it all apart to clean? Thank you for uploading this video!!
Do you let it run constantly or do you put it on a watering cycle? Thank you
so if u put your nozzles ate different heights your system will fill with air and create problems all the noozzles should be at the same height
Where can I find a rubber elbow to fit in the grommet? Can someone find me a link to them please?
Hey, just wanted to ask a question about your sprayer manifold. I am looking at planning out some aero systems for flower rooms, and I had the idea of using only vertical sprayer jets, with threaded PVC risers instead of slip shedule 40, so that all one needs to do to fix a clogged or broken sprayer is unscrew the vertical sprayer/riser and thread a new one right in, instead of having to remove the whole manifold or replace lengths of it. Are you having any problems with the vertical parts of your sprayer manifold? Do they create enough coverage?
Great video. You might want to watch some video’s on sharpening your drillbit mate 😉
Nice video
Hi, we are students who is willing to use this design for our project. How do we use Nutrition Solutions and how often do we need to change them?
Hi, do you make a timer for water spray? Let say if I am not able to monitor the root moisture at times.
why imperial measurements they went out 50yrs ago try metric thats right forgot America is 50yrs behind the rest of the world
Would love to incorporate to my indoor pond
Start hole saw backwards works just fine just takes a min
Sorry if this is a repeat question, but how does this compare to a dwc build? Would you recommend one over the other for growing peppers? I’m new to anything that isn’t dirt growing and looking to build this, or a dwc for my Ghost peppers.
This is really amazing …
Reverse hole saw tip for plastic is the BEST TIP! I learned this myself a while back
I know this is a old video. But this is more of a hydroponic system than a LPA system. Due to the fact that you have your pump in your grow chamber.
Which is a BIG no no in the first place because the roots will get caught up in it.
I’ve been growing with LPA in the SOG for about 8 years now.
The first thing is you want a separate grow chamber and reservoir.
You want your grow chamber to drain back into your reservoir after each cycle. So your roots are not sitting in your nutrients.
Then you say saturate your roots.
That’s one of the biggest mistakes people make when they try and grow with lpa.
Is soaking their roots.
That’s why most people get root rot.
It took me 3 years to get my on off times correct. To get the best yield and product.
Just remember it’s areoponiics not waterponics.
And a little bit is better.
When I first started I was spraying my roots for 1 minute every 5 minutes.
Now I spray every 20 minutes for a few seconds.
Just to give you all a idea.
I’ll tell you all one thing.
This is the easiest and fastest and cheapest way to grow anything.
I can’t believe that there are so few people that grow this way.
Those S’ are really something. Lol.