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Re:Ask HN: Is there any software you only made for your own ... by rowofpixels on Friday July 05, 2024 @01:58PM (#40884721)
I originally bought some solenoid valves to experiment with, but ended up simplifying my approach. I use a submersible pump that is plugged in to power. I can just automate turning on/off power to that outlet (I have two TP-link / Kasa HS300 strips). The nutrients / water are in a tank below the tray of plants, so when the power is "off", gravity brings the water back through the pump into the tank again.
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Re:Ask HN: Is there any software you only made for your own ... by whitehexagon on Friday July 05, 2024 @02:26PM (#40884926)
What a clever and simple solution, I love it. I have been thinking about such a grow system for a long time for my chilli plants, and after having had a few split solenoid valves on a different irrigation project I was very hesitant. Thanks for the inspiration.
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Re:Ask HN: Is there any software you only made for your own ... by jborden13 on Monday July 08, 2024 @04:51PM (#40909553)
It's a relatively common setup known as Ebb and Flow (Flood and Drain).
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