In this hydroponics video, Robert will walk you through his process of creating an indoor hydroponic system to grow lettuce and other vegetables all year.

Hydroponic Dimension PDF & Other Files:
Visit the following link for the hydroponic rail system dimensions and for the 3D printer files for the maintenance caps: [ Ссылка ]

Links To Parts:
► ArmorGuard 4 in. x 4 in. x 40 in. White Composite Post Sleeve (2x): Home Depot
► ArmorGuard Post Sleeve Cap (4x): Home Depot
► Silicone Sealant: [ Ссылка ]
► Sanding Drum (Optional): [ Ссылка ]
► 120 Grit Sandpaper: [ Ссылка ]
► Drill Bit Set: [ Ссылка ]
► Jig Saw (comes with a blade): [ Ссылка ]
► Jig Saw Blade: [ Ссылка ]

Holes Saws:
► Hole Saw Set (Includes 1", 1-3/8", 1-1/2" hole saws): [ Ссылка ]
► 1-1/4" Hole Saw: [ Ссылка ]

Bulkhead Fitting:
► Hydro Flow Bulkhead Fitting: [ Ссылка ]
► 3/4" Bulkhead Fitting (alternative source): [ Ссылка ]

PVC Parts:
(Most of these parts you can buy from a home improvement store, but here are some online links)
► 3/4" PVC Pipe: Home Depot / Lowes
► 3/4" PVC Slip Union: [ Ссылка ] (or try Home Depot / Lowes)
► 3/4" PVC MPT x S Male Adapter (2x): Home Depot
► 1/2" PVC Ball Valve: Home Depot / Lowes
► 1/2" Nylon Barb Fitting (2x): Lowes / Home Depot
► PVC All In One Cement: [ Ссылка ]
► PVC Pipe Cutter: [ Ссылка ]
► Teflon Tape: [ Ссылка ]

Rail Fittings:
► Hydro Flow Bulkhead Fitting (2x): [ Ссылка ]
► 3/4" Bulkhead Fitting (2x) (alternative source): [ Ссылка ]
►1/2" Grow Flow Elbow: [ Ссылка ]
►3/4" Grow Flow Elbow: [ Ссылка ]

Grow Rack:
►6-Tier Metal Wire Shelving Unit: Home Depot
► 4" Industrial Casters (For Shelving Unit - Optional): Home Depot
► 6 Mil Mylar Diamond Film: [ Ссылка ]
► 48" Dry Wall T-Square (Optional): Harbor Freight / Home Depot
► Velcro Squares: [ Ссылка ]
► LED Grow Lights: [ Ссылка ]
► 8 Outlet Mechanical Timer: [ Ссылка ]

Reservoir Components:
► 260GPH Submersible Pump: [ Ссылка ]
► 1/2" Black Vinyl Tubing: [ Ссылка ]
► 3/4" Black Vinyl Tubing: [ Ссылка ]
► 18 Gallon Tote (get an 18 gallon or larger tote): Home Depot / Lowes
► Air Pump: [ Ссылка ]
► 4" Air Stones (4x): [ Ссылка ]
► Airline Tubing (includes Tee fittings): [ Ссылка ]

Hydroponic Components:
► 1-1/2" Net Cups: [ Ссылка ]
► Hole Plugs: [ Ссылка ]
► Plant Starter Cubes: [ Ссылка ]

Hydroponic Nutrients:
► Dyna-Gro Liquid Plant Food: [ Ссылка ]
► MasterBlend Nutrients (alternative to Dyna-Grow and cheaper): [ Ссылка ]
► pH Control Kit: [ Ссылка ]
► TDS-Meter (used to check the status of nutrients): [ Ссылка ]

Other Components:
► Bar Clamps: [ Ссылка ]
► Ruler: [ Ссылка ]
► Straight Jaw Pliers: [ Ссылка ]
► Caulk Gun (for applying silicone sealant): [ Ссылка ]
► Monoprice 3D Printer (Optional): [ Ссылка ]

Video Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:36 Post Sleeves Preparation
1:34 Drilling Net Cup Holes
3:06 Making Maint. Holes
3:41 Drilling Fitting Holes
4:56 PVC Connections
6:09 Installing Rail Fittings
6:55 Installing Post Caps
7:51 Preparing Grow Rack
8:56 Installing LED Lights
10:05 Installing PVC Fittings
11:01 Preparing Water Connections
12:45 Installing Ball Valve
13:33 Testing System
13:52 Installing System
14:11 Oxygenation
15:29 Printing Maint. Caps
16:01 Installing Caps
16:18 Adding Nutrients
16:41 Planting Seeds
17:01 Lessons Learned
17:10 Lettuce Growth
17:33 Final Thoughts

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