Easy2grow 100 System AQUAValve5 with 8.5L Pots without Tank

Easy2grow 100 System AQUAValve5 with 8.5L Pots without Tank

The Autopot Easy2grow 100 System AQUAValve5 with 8.5L Pots without Tank can be used to grow a wide variety of crops and is ideally suited to either short, bushy varieties like herbs or strawberries, or tall growing vine plants, where multiple kits can be placed end on end in a garden, greenhouse or poly-tunnel.

The new Aquavalve5 has a 66% Bigger Inlet and uses 9mm piping and fittings.

The AutoPot Easy2grow (2 Pot) system is AutoPot’s best selling watering system. It offers maintenance free growing for the greenhouse, polytunnel, garden or home without wasting a single drop of water.

A wide range of growing substrates can be used with the easy2grow system, either traditionally with soil or hydroponically. Low maintenance, reliable and automated; the easy2grow system allows gardeners to relax, go away on holiday and still be sure of healthy plants and bumper harvests.

The Easy2grow System is easily extended by linking more units to a single tank. The pots & trays can be easily moved at will, if the plants grow too large they can be spaced further apart with ease. Once set up and the tank filled with water & liquid feed, this extremely versatile system will completely take care of all your plant’s needs.

Autopot Easy2grow 100 System AQUAValve5 with 8.5L Pots without Tank includes:

1 x 12mm Click-fit tank adaptor & filter
5 x 12mm In-line tap with 10 x 12mm in-line tap adaptor fittings
1 x 12mm Cross Connector
2 x 12mm Tee Piece
2 x 12mm Elbow
1 x 25 meters 12mm Pipe
50 x 2 Pot tray & lid ( Black )
100 x 8.5L Pots ( Black )
50 x Autopot Easy2grow (2 Pot) Accessory packs with AQUAVALVE 5. (Incl. 100 Marix Disks, 100 Square Potsocks, 25 x 12mm – 9mm Cross connectors & 50 x 1 meters of 9mm Autopot piping)

Growing Media is sold separately. Use coco coir based substrates of your choice, as coco coir is great at soaking and dispersing water throughout the substrate from the bottom of the pots.

It is also recommended to use about 1lt of LECA (Clay pebbles) to fill the bottom of each pot, before filling up the rest of the pot with your substrate of choice

Other goodies required if you do not have: (Mineral) Nutrients, pH Up, pH Down and pH Test kit or pH Meter.

Easy2grow 100 System Instructions

 

AC Infinity CloudCom A2 Mini Smart Thermo-Hygrometer

AC Infinity CloudCom A2 Mini Smart Thermo-Hygrometer

AC Infinity CloudCom A2 Mini Smart Thermo-Hygrometer – with data app and integrated sensor probe. Power Source: CR2477 Battery (Included)

  • A mini smart sensor to pair with our app for accurate climate updates to help maintain the ideal environment.
  • Built-in temp humidity sensor provides fast-refresh readings of climate levels with daily highs and lows.
  • Connect to our app via Bluetooth for remote climate monitoring, alarms, data graphs, and CSV charts.
  • Features a compact design that is light and portable; can discreetly fit in small and tight spaces.
  • Fit for use in many home and grow settings like greenhouses, grow tents, guitar rooms, and basements.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

A compact smart hygrometer designed to provide accurate temperature and humidity readings to our app to help you maintain the ideal environment. This model with built-in sensor accurately measures climate conditions and generates daily high and low readings of an entire space, all viewable on our AC Infinity App. It features a compact design that enables you to place it in small and tight spaces. So whether you are wall hanging, magnet mounting, or desktop placing the temperature sensor, you will be able to quickly inspect your space to react to sudden changes. This product is a part of the UIS™ platform of grow devices and smart controllers, designed to integrate with each other to achieve your ideal environment.

ADVANCE CONNECTIVITY

Connect to the AC Infinity app via Bluetooth to access all that this climate sensor has to offer. This includes remote climate readings, and trigger alarm programming, as well as calibrated temperature, humidity, and VPD readings. You can also receive custom push notifications on your smart device for rapid response to sharp peaks and dips. See historical climate data graphs to track trends and export them as a CSV spreadsheet for further analysis.

AC Infinity CloudCom A2 Mini Smart Thermo-Hygrometer APPLICATIONS

This smart indoor thermometer for home features a small, compact form factor that enables it to fit in tight spaces. Fit for use as a grow room thermostat or a server temperature monitor. It is also fit for other grow settings like greenhouses, grow tents, and closet builds. The Bluetooth climate gauge can also be used to help improve the comfort of your pets in spaces like reptile terrariums or chicken coops. Other home uses include apartments, basements, and guitar rooms where humidity must be kept to a minimum.

 

   Product Identification
   Manufacturer    AC Infinity Inc.
   Product Name    CLOUDCOM A2
   Product Model    AC-CCA2
   UPC Code    819137022362
   Product and Mounting Dimensions – Controller
   Total Dimensions    0.74 x 1.81 x 1.81 in. (1.7 x 4.6 x 4.6 cm)
   Form Factor    Compact
   Sensor Probe    Integrated
   Product Performance and Technical Specs
   Power Source    CR2477 Battery
   Operating Voltage    2.0 to 3.3V
   Average Current    90 uA
   Detection Range (Temp.)    16 to 194°F
   Detection Range (Humidity)    0-100% RH
   Operating Temperature    14 to 122°F
   Operating Humidity    35 to 85% RH

pH Testing Kit

pH Testing Kit

pH Testing Kit consists of a test tube for taking a sample, a reagent liquid to add to the test tube and a color chart showing the pH between 4.5 and 8, against which the color of liquid in the test tube is matched.

pH should be tested after adding Nutrients as Nutrients can change the pH of the water.

This pH Testing Kit performs 200 tests.

Liquid pH Test Kit 2024

pH Testing is the measure of acidity or alkalinity of a solution, on a scale of 1 to 14, where the neutral point is 7. Most plants in soil grow best in a pH6.5 – 7.0 conditions, while hydroponically-grown plants prefer slightly more acid conditions. You should aim for a pH of between 5.5 and 6.5. This is the range within which nutrients are most available to plants.

A high pH can reduce the availability of iron, manganese, boron, copper, zinc and phosphorous to plants. A low pH can reduce the availability of potassium, sulphur, calcium, magnesium and phosphorus.

If the pH moves out of the desired range, it can be lowered by the addition of pH Down to the solution, or raised by adding pH Up.

LightHouse Wide Zipper Door

LightHouse Wide Zipper Door

LightHouse Wide Zipper Door enables you to create doors and partitions with any type of pliable plastic sheeting, eg. Panda Plastic Sheeting. Use the peel and stick zipper to block out unwanted light in certain spaces, or to help maintain a controlled environment inside a certain area. The Zipper allows for easy access when required!

Each LightHouse Wide Zipper Door is a single 2 m long black self-adhesive cloth length of zipper, with a zipper stop on the one end of it.

Wide zipper width ( both sides together ) = 72 mm

LightHouse Zipper Door

LightHouse Zipper Door

The LightHouse Zipper Door enables you to create doors and partitions with any type of pliable plastic sheeting, eg. Panda Plastic Sheeting. Use the peel and stick zipper to block out unwanted light in certain spaces, or to help maintain a controlled environment inside a certain area. The Zipper allows for easy access when required!

Each LightHouse Zipper Door is a single 2 m long black self-adhesive cloth length of zipper, with a zipper stop on the one end of it.

Zipper width ( both sides together ) = 4 cm

Mars Hydro TS-1000 2022 Upgrade

Mars Hydro TS-1000 2022 Upgrade

The Mars Hydro TS-1000 2022 Upgrade LED grow light has arrived – improving on the already well known performance and reliability of the TS range.

Key upgraded features :

  • New flat white reflector casing, with angled edges on all four sides.
  • Improved thermal insulation and heat dissipation.
  • Improved diode layout that allows for a more even light distribution over the coverage area. (More diodes around the edges of the quantum board, softening the light intensity in the center of the growing area).

Core features :

  • 5 year warranty, with quick local repairs and after-sales service.
  • 2.3μmol/j PPE efficiency (Photosynthetic Photon Efficacy is the PAR photon output of a light source (measured in micromoles per second or µmol/s) divided by the input power (Watt) to produce that light.
  • Includes a dimming module that can be daisy-chained.
  • Optimized Light Spectrum, including a mix of cool and warm white diodes, and red and near infrared diodes.
  • Coverage Area: Flowering: 76 cm x 76 cm | Veg: 90 cm x 90 cm
  • MOSO drivers with Bridgelux LED diodes.
  • No moving parts, completely silent operation.

Specifications:

WATTAGE 150W±5%@AC120V, 148W±5%@AC240V
CORE COVERAGE 2’x2′
MAX COVERAGE 2.5’x2.5′
PPE 2.3 μmol/j
PPF 343 umol/S
CHIP BRAND BridgeLux
LEDS QUANTITY 354
SPECTRUM 660-665nm 730-740nm 3000-3200K 6000-6500K
MAX YIELD 2.0g/W
DRIVER MOSO
VOLTAGE AC100-277V
AMPS 1.235A@AC120V 0.6223A@AC240V 0.5498A@AC277V
BTU 511.5
IP65 WATERPROOF No
LIFESPAN 50000H
WARRANTY 5 years
CERTIFICATE UKCA,CE,RoHS, ETL
DIMENSION 382*336.63*54.5mm
WEIGHT(KG) 1.76

Benefits of using a Mars Hydro TS-1000 2022 Upgrade LED Grow Light, compared to HPS or CFL lighting:

  • More efficient
  • Longer lasting
  • More natural light spectrum
  • Way less heat than HPS

Disclaimer:

As MARS HYDRO is constantly working on improved iterations of their LED grow lights, some specifications may change over time without notice. Hydroponic.co.za tries to keep this information as accurate and current as humanly possible. 

Terra Aquatica Liquid pH Test Kit

Terra Aquatica Liquid pH Test Kit 2022

Terra Aquatica Liquid pH Test Kit – Fast, reliable, accurate pH testing without batteries

Terra Aquatica‘s liquid pH tester is perfect for easy testing and as a backup to your digital meter. Covering a wide range, from 4.0 to 8.5, the kit provides up to 500 tests with its 30 ml volume.

HOW TO USE :
Simply fill the supplied test tube halfway with nutrient solution, add two drops of pH Test indicator, shake and compare the resulting color with the chart to read your pH level.

Velcro-Seamed Freedom Pot

Freedoms Farms Velcro Air Pot

The Velcro-Seamed Freedom Pot allows one side of the pot to open for easy removal of the root ball when transplanting, which makes transplanting quick and easy while reducing transplanting shock.

Freedom Pots maximizes root zone aeration and drainage, which improves root health and nutrient absorption.

Evaporative cooling can also take place at the surface of the pot, buffering excessive temperature increases when growing in full sun.

The breath-ability of the Freedom Pots also prevents root circling by allowing roots to self-prune increasing the density of fresh root tips. This postpones root bound symptoms and alleviates transplant shock. Optimizing root zone conditions is paramount to maximizing your plant’s performance.

The material is 100% recyclable and completely safe for use as a planting container. The material is chemically stable so nothing leaches from the material into your soil. Freedom Pots can be reused multiple times as they are tough, durable and resistant to UV damage and general weathering.

Features velcro opening and closure for easy transplanting.

1 Year guarantee on Freedom Pot stitching.

Machine washable Although Hand washing recommended;-)

Dimensions ( Approx ):

Size: 2L – Height: 14cm. Diameter: 13cm.

Size: 5L – Height: 19cm. Diameter: 19cm.

Size: 10L – Height: 26cm. Diameter: 22cm.

Bluelab Combo Meter

Bluelab Combo Meter

The Bluelab Combo Meter is all you need for simple and reliable crop management.

The Bluelab Combo Meter is a portable pH, conductivity and temperature meter all in one. If you are experiencing problems with yellow leaves, or slow stunted growth, the Bluelab Combo Meter will soon tell you if each parameter is within the plants requirements. Adjustments can be quickly made to get your crop back on track.

The Bluelab Combo Meter has two probes, a Bluelab pH Probe and a Bluelab Conductivity/Temperature Probe. When taking a reading, simply place them into the solution and the selected reading is displayed on screen. As the Bluelab Combo Meter is portable and does not require a power supply to operate, it can be used anywhere, anytime to help you manage your crops’ daily nutrient requirements.

Calibration of the pH probe is simple as instructions are supplied on the back of the meter and the easy push button method makes this one of the simplest meters to use.

The pH probe is replaceable so you can use this meter for years to come. The Conductivity/temperature probe does not require calibration as this is locked in during manufacture.

Features:

  • Measures pH, conductivity / nutrient (EC, CF, ppm 500 and ppm 700) and temperature (°C, °F)
  • Lightweight and portable
  • Large easy to read display
  • Simple push button pH calibration
  • Successful pH calibration indicator
  • No calibration required for conductivity and temperature
  • Replaceable double junction pH probe included
  • Over range and under range indicators
  • Low battery indicator
  • 2 x AAA alkaline batteries included
  • Auto off function

If you are growing in soil or coco, and would like to test the pH of the growing medium, you can purchase the Bluelab Soil pH Probe.

Warranty:

6 month warranty on the Bluelab pH Probe, 5 year limited written warranty on the unit itself.

(proof of purchase is required)

Freedom Farms Coco-Perlite Growing Medium

Freedom Farms Coco-Perlite Growing Medium - 2022

Freedom Farms Coco-Perlite Growing Medium is a blend of coco coir and perlite with zero added amendments. This basic blend allows for a variety of cultivation methods.

PLEASE NOTE: We will only be stocking 30lt bags going forward. 

 

Coco Pearl has multiple applications due to its basic formulation. Applications include hydroponic cultivation, ‘build a soil’ and seed germination. Hydroponic cultivation requires a continuous supply of a full-spectrum inorganic nutrient solution (EC between 1.5 and 2.5 mS/cm) to the plant roots. This is essential for plant growth if no additional amendments are added. The ‘build a soil’ application requires the addition of various amendments mixed into the Coco Pearl substrate according to the soil recipe used. Ensure thorough mixing of the Coco Pearl and amendments before allowing the new blend to mature and settle for 1-2 weeks before planting. If used for seed germination, make sure to add a full spectrum nutrient solution (EC 1.2 mS/cm) after seedling emergence to provide essential nutrients for growth. Coco Pearl coir has been sieved, buffered and washed to an EC below 1 mS/cm (EC).

Available at Hydroponic.co.za in a 50-50, 70-30 or 90-10 mix in 30lt bags (Orange, branded) and in a 90-10 mix in 50lt bags (White, unbranded)

Key Features of Freedom Farms Coco-Perlite Growing Medium:

–       Base substrate

–       Hydroponic application

–       ‘Build a soil’ application

–       Seed germination

–       No plant nutrients included

–       Requires full nutrient application

–       Pathogen free

–       Weed free

–       Coco coir is sieved, buffered and washed to an EC

–       Perlite level indicates aeration level

More about coco-coir and Perlite…

Coco Peat consists of processed coconut fibers and is a byproduct of the coconut industry which, without its usefulness to gardeners, would otherwise be disposed of. As a growing medium similar to sphagnum peat, coco peat, also called coir or coir dust, provides an alternative to potting soil featuring high water retention, suitable aeration and antifungal benefits.

Perlite may be the most commonly used growing medium in the world. This excellent product is used by hydroponic as well as organic gardeners.  It has excellent “wicking” action yet doesn’t absorb water giving the plants roots plenty of oxygen. Commonly used in a mixture with vermiculite or Coco Peat.

Perlite, made from processed granules of volcanic rock, has excellent capillary properties and doesn’t compact, which allows for good aeration.
Used in pot culture or with drippers, it is one of the best hydroponic growing mediums around.

100mm Programmable Extraction Fan

100mm Programmable Extraction Fan

100mm Programmable Extraction Fan – making environmental control a breeze!

This 100m diameter inline ventilation duct fan has a 360 m3/h capacity, using 35 Watts of electricity.

The fan comes with a temperature / humidity sensor and a programmable fan controller, allowing for easy and worry-free automation of your grow area’s climate.

  1. Install the fan, probe and controller in your grow tent or grow room, according to what it will be used for.
  2. Read the controller manual! ( For Automation, ALAMS should be DISABLED, or set to EXTREMES )
  3. Program the controller according to your needs
  4. Rest assured that the fan will kick into action when the set thresholds are breached, bringing the climate back into the green!

100mm Programmable Extraction Fan Controller Features:

  • Display temperature in Fahrenheit or Celsius
  • Fan Speed settings
  • Program fan to start operation on one of 4 adjustable parameters: High Temp / Low Temp / High Humidity / Low Humidity
  • ALARM Settings – Initiates operation despite other settings ( Can be disabled )
  • Adjustable display brightness
  • Temperature and Humidity Calibration
  • Controller Lock
  • Screen ECO mode
  • Alert Icons

The 100mm Programmable Extraction Fan is a game-changer for indoor growers using hot HPS (High Pressure Sodium) lights. These lights can quickly heat up a grow space, potentially causing stress to plants and reducing yields. However, with this fan, growers can maintain a cooler and more stable environment. By programming the fan to turn on when temperatures rise above a certain threshold, excess heat generated by the HPS lights is efficiently removed from the grow space. This ensures that the temperature remains within the optimal range for plant growth, preventing heat stress and promoting healthy development. Additionally, the fan’s automated operation provides peace of mind, allowing growers to focus on other aspects of their operation while knowing their plants are thriving in a cool and comfortable environment.

The 100mm Programmable Extraction Fan is a valuable asset for indoor growers struggling with excessive humidity in their grow space. When the air becomes too moist, it can lead to fungal diseases and pest infestations, threatening the health of the plants. By programming the fan to turn on when humidity levels rise above a certain threshold, growers can effectively remove excess moisture from the air, maintaining a healthy balance. As the fan extracts stale, humid air, it makes way for fresh, drier air to enter the grow space, preventing the formation of condensation and reducing the risk of disease. With its automated operation, the fan ensures that the grow space remains within the optimal humidity range, promoting healthy plant growth and maximizing yields.

 

 

GoMicro Examine Phone Microscope

GoMicro Examine

The GoMicro Examine Phone Microscope is the best in class clip-on magnifier that clips onto any smartphone or tablet, producing clear crisp images. It is a great tool for detecting leaf disease and pests early and to monitor the progress plant development.

GoMicro in the field

The GoMicro Examine App:

This is a companion app that uses Artificial Intelligence to detect agricultural issues. GoMicro is working with partners to develop a wide range of high accuracy detection apps. This app works well with a GoMicro Device as it produces high-quality images required for accurate detection.

The magnification of this device is around 20-30x, but with a good phone camera and with 10x digital zoom it can reach up to 200x.

As the GoMicro Examine Phone Microscope lens housing works with your phone’s flashlight feature to illuminate what is being looked at instead of using batteries, it is recommended to download magnification apps for your device, as these frequently have a flashlight On/Off feature and higher zoom capabilities than a standard camera app.

GoMicro Features

Below is a picture of a fabric mousepad, taken with a GoMicro Examine scope:

GoMicro Actual Photo Example

Freedom Farms Seedstarter

Freedom Farms Seedstarter

Freedom Farms Seedstarter germination medium is available once more, with an improved formula!

Seed starter is a premium germination medium formulated to create the ideal conditions for seed germination. The finer soil matrix, excellent aeration, seedling specific nutrient levels and inoculation with beneficial microorganisms, are the main reasons for the high success rate of Seedstarter.

– A fine matrix specifically formulated for seed germination

– Free from pathogens and weeds

– Excellent for all varieties of seeds

– Suitable for both inorganic and organic fertilizer amendments

Ingredients: Prepared Coco Coir, Fine Vermiculite, Fine Perlite, Premium Earthworm castings, Volcanic Rock Dust, Bone Meal, Gypsum, Freedom Farms Bokashi, Bacillus thuringiensis (fungus gnat larvae prevention), Trichoderma Harzianum (soil borne pathogen prevention).

Directions for use:

Add germination medium to seedling tray and water thoroughly the first time. Plant seeds and water again lightly for seeds to settle. After the first drying cycle, keep the medium moist. For optimum results, water with pH 5.5 – 6.0

Freedom Farms takes meticulous care in sourcing, formulating, preparing and blending the components of their mediums to ensure consistent quality.

Size: 15L