Small Top-Fed RDWC Layout - Will this work?

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Lockem

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In the planning process for my next setup. I'm currently using bubble buckets and will be converting to a 2 site top-fed RDWC system.

I plan on connecting the buckets with 2" slip/slip bulkheads and they'll be top-fed through a 1" pipe. Each bucket will also have an air stone.

Will this setup work? Is it efficient? I'm looking for any suggestions.

I'm thinking of using a cross-joint instead of a T-joint where the feed pipe splits off to allow me to add a ball valve for easy draining.

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That should work and if you plumb the returns as waterfalls you don't need airstones. I also use the return line for draining the system by using a ball valve in line and a hose bib.
 
One thought is that 30" isn't much space for two plants, better off with one or more space.
 
Renfro said:
One thought is that 30" isn't much space for two plants, better off with one or more space.
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It's actually 32" and about 36" at the cannopy with my scrog pushing out on the tent for more space. I had 2 5 gallon bubble buckets in there and it seemed to be JUST enough space.
 
why not do 2 27 gal totes instead? one with 2 plants and the other as your control?

you'd have about 30 gallons total vs maybe 18 with your setup.

and then just one submersible pump, i used 5/8" heater hose to the grow tote into a waterfall in the center of the tote.
 
Renfro said:
One thought is that 30" isn't much space for two plants, better off with one or more space.
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My current system allows me two totes running single baskets spread over 60" and they will use EVERY sq inch of space with good lighting.
 
rkymtnman said:
why not do 2 27 gal totes instead? one with 2 plants and the other as your control?

you'd have about 30 gallons total vs maybe 18 with your setup.

and then just one submersible pump, i used 5/8" heater hose to the grow tote into a waterfall in the center of the tote.
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I thought about that... I have to use RO water though (750 ppm from the tap), so It would be a massive pain to have to make / store that much without a top off res with a float valve.
 
Lockem said:
I thought about that... I have to use RO water though (750 ppm from the tap), so It would be a massive pain to have to make / store that much without a top off res with a float valve.
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Invest In an to unit. You'll pay for one in around 20, 5 gallon fill ups from the store. Research it and find one with the cheapest replacement filters even if the upfront is a bit more for the system. You'll be glad you did
 
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