Dwc Technique ?

[LITLJON]

I have seen set ups with a feeder tube with the pump sucking air bubbles st8 to the roots in the basket at very low flow rate. Does any one use this technic? If so can a bubble pump do the job?

(A Bubble pump or an Air-lift pump is a device which raises water using compressed air or water vapor bubbles, or in general, raises a liquid by introducing bubbles.) All so do you need a circulation pump with all the bubble action?

[Dman]

In my opinion, DWC setup require a lot of CFM's. Recirculation is a choice not mandatory. But when mine was running. It worked great. All buckets had a return line and a feeding line with reducer for flow. DWC has so many pro's in my book but 1 large issue. Make sure you don't run out of silicone.

[gardenofweedn]

As long as there is oxygen getting to the roots, I don't think it matters how you do it.

 

Personally, I've been running DWC buckets and tubs for years and am very happy with them. If you make sure the water is well aerated, there should be no problem.

[rcgrowing]

dman- what do you mean? Run out of silicone? switching over to DWC and want to make sure I'm not missing something important!! Thanks!

[anonymousgrower?]

silicone to seal your water leaks

[Dman]

Ya, I built my system from the ground up. 40ft of 1/2" tubbing, 55ft of 3/4" tubbing, 1/4" god only knows. It was the bomb and worked great. But you will alway get leaks. If not bumping the bucket or return lines it's only a matter of time. Keep silicone sealant around and keep plugging holes. That's the biggest reason I switched. It's next to impossible to get leaks in my new system. Also, Impossible to flood or over flow the Reservoir. GL and keep it simple!

[rcgrowing]

Thanks!!

[uhphrayed]

Careful with DWC, it's a root rot's dream. Use a water chiller in your res, or find a way to keep ambient temps at 70 or below. Good luck

[LongHairBri]

Careful with DWC, it's a root rot's dream. Use a water chiller in your res, or find a way to keep ambient temps at 70 or below. Good luck

bubbles are key and goes a long way to keeping roots healthy

[Dman]

Another tip, Be sure to check your return lines. Roots love to grow in them. Clip and Clean.