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Grommets

Grommet

Grommets are used to create watertight seals for the plumbing of hydroponic systems such as NFT systems, DWC systems, Dutch Bucket systems, water reservoirs etc.

A hole is drilled and the Grommet is inserted into the hole. Piping is then pushed through the grommet which will form a watertight seal.

Irrigation Piping, Ring Grommet and Top Hat Grommet measurements (approximate, in mm) follow below:

Product – General Name Outer Diameter Inner Diameter
5mm Irrigation Piping 6 4
6mm Autopot Piping 6.3 4.2
9mm Autopot Piping 9 6.5
16mm Autopot Piping 18.5 12.5
12mm Irrigation Piping 16 12
15mm Irrigation Piping 18 15
20mm Irrigation Piping 24 21
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6mm Grommet for Reservoir 10 5.5
12mm Ring Grommet 19 12
15mm Ring Grommet 20 15.5
20mm Ring Grommet 23 18
25mm Ring Grommet 32 25
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6mm Top Hat Grommet 10 6
9mm Top Hat Grommet 13.5 9
16mm Top Hat Grommet 19 15
19mm Top Hat Grommet 23 18

Based on the above the following grommet & piping combinations are advised:

9mm Autopot Piping (for use with Autopot Aquavalve 5): 9mm Top Hat Grommet

5mm irrigation piping: 6mm Ring Grommet or 6mm Top Hat Grommet

12mm irrigation piping: 16mm Top Hat Grommet works beautifully. 12mm Ring Grommet fit will be a very tight fit, while a 15mm Ring Grommet’s fit could be a little loose (This could be countered by using an insert fitting (eg. straight connector/T-piece/elbow) inside the piping at the point where it goes through the grommet, to flare out the piping and create the waterproof seal)

15mm irrigation piping: 19mm Top Hat Grommet, or 20mm Ring Grommet

20mm irrigation piping: –

25mm white PVC electrical conduit: 25mm Ring Grommet

 

Hole Saw Sizes for Grommets – Please note: these hole saw sizes are for flat surfaces, not for curved surfaces. A slightly smaller hole can be tried on curved surfaces to prevent possible leakage due to the curving of the grommet on the curved surface. (Drilling test holes and testing if seals are watertight is always advised)

6mm Ring Grommet: 9mm drill bit

12mm Ring Grommet: 19 mm Hole Saw

15mm  Ring Grommet: 19mm Hole Saw

20mm  Ring Grommet: 25mm Hole Saw

25mm  Ring Grommet: 31mm Hole Saw

 

6mm Top Hat Grommet: 9.5mm drill bit

9mm Top Hat Grommet: 12.5mm drill bit

16mm  Top Hat Grommet: 19mm Hole Saw

19mm  Top Hat Grommet: 21mm Hole Saw

 

It is not recommended that Petroleum Jelly is used as a lubricant. A silicon lubricant, although more expensive, is better. Olive oil can also be used. Throwing grommets into HOT water before installing also helps a lot.

Please note if grommet is fitted and then taken out a number of times, it may stretch and warp.

Marix Disc

Marix Disc

The Marix Disc has been designed to fit the 1Pot system, the easy2grow Kit & the 2Pot extension trays to extend the easy2grow Kit. The discs are black in colour and are placed inside the pot. The purpose of the Marix Disc is to prevent compost or soil from leaving the pot, keeping the system clean & the AQUAvalve free from debris. They will also provide minimum protection from escaping roots. Although the Marix Discs will last several seasons it is advisable to replace the discs at the beginning of each season, this will prevent any disease from being transferred if present.

AutoPot are specialists in self-watering systems, with emphasis being strongly placed on efficiency and preservation. AutoPot delivers products that are considered the most environmentally friendly watering systems in the world to both domestic, hydroponic and commercial markets. Our systems ensure this claim as the plant uses everything that is supplied to it; there is no loss of water, run-off or leakage!

All AutoPot products require NO POWER, PUMPS, MAINS WATER PRESSURE OR TIMERS to operate, GRAVITY PRESSURE IS ALL THAT’S NEEDED from a tank or water barrel.

The systems are undoubtedly some of the simplest to use and can be left unattended for weeks due to the capability of the AQUAvalve to deliver all that is required by the plant. AutoPot is now an international market leader in irrigation and hydroponic systems, with an established global reputation for providing durable, environmentally friendly and innovative watering solutions to a range of growing scenarios.

Root Control Disc

Root Control Disc Square

The Root Control Disc or RCD™s are specially designed to fit all AutoPot Watering Systems.

The Square Root Control Disc will fit the 1Pot system (15L Pot), the easy2grow Kit & the 2Pot extension trays to extend the easy2grow Kit (8.5L Pot).

The Round Root Control Disc will fit the 1 Pot XL system.

These discs are black & gold in colour and are placed in the tray underneath the pot, gold face up. The purpose of the Root Control Disc is to prevent roots from leaving the pot & heading towards the AQUAvalve. They are very effective due to the special metallic gold coating. Please note that roots even though they are tender have the ability to go through concrete, therefore it is wise to occasionally lift the pot to see if any have managed to escape the barrier. If so you can simply cut away the roots with a pair of scissors. This will in no way harm the plant. Although the discs will last several seasons it is advisable to replace the discs at the beginning of each season, this will prevent any disease from being transferred if present.

AirDome

AirDome

The AirDome is the perfect accessory to gardeners of all abilities. It has been designed to increase the amount of air around the root zone in plant pots.

Airdome inside pot
Airdome inside pot

 

If you are lucky enough to have power in your greenhouse or tunnel this little addition can increase yields by up to 130%. It is very simple to use once assembled, which will take less than 30 seconds. The AirDome is placed at the bottom of the pot, covered with compost and then connected to an air pump. Oxygen is then supplied directly to the plants’ root zone, improving crop development and ensuring maximum growth.

It is very easy to use. The AirDome is placed at the bottom of the pot, covered with the substrate of choice and then connected to an air pump.

To maximise the effectiveness of the AirDome use a fluffy mix  such as a mixture of 50% good Coco Peat and 50% Perlite.

Provide the plants with additional oxygen to boost growth significantly and increase yields.

To increase levels  of oxygen for smaller plant at times when the medium seems to stay wet.

With all growing conditions  being correct the Air Dome has been proven to increase yields by up to 130%

The AirDome should only be switched on during the daylight periods. Always ensure that warm air is blown in and around the root zone. Temperatures between 18 and 22 degrees are ideal. Temperature below and above 5 degrees and 30 degrees will potentially damage the roots.

Raise your air pump higher than the AirDome(s) to prevent water from siphoning back when the pump is off or use a non-return valve.

Use a timer to turn the pump on and off when the air temperature is warm and before it gets too cool.

Many AirDomes can be linked together using 5mm connections, or for larger AirDome setups, use 12mm pipe as the supply line, reducing the pipe at each AirDome point with the AutoPot 12mm to5mm Cross Connectors.

Air Dome Instructions(PDF)

Airdome Information Video Autopot

AutoPot Brochure

Replacement Blue Bubble Pipe consists of 4 x 5.2cm Strips which will replace inside Blue Bubble Pipe for 1 AirDome