{"product_id":"diy-kit-automatic-orchid-watering-system","title":"DIY Kit – Automatic Orchid Watering System","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-696b4938 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-widget-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElectronics and other DIY components for Automatic Orchid Watering Systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGet these, and download the STL files for FREE to make your own Automatic Orchid Watering Systems!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead the full description below for the assembly guide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncluded inside:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eElectronics + Water Sensor\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElectronics Board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater Sensor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSTLs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull Kit:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElectronics Board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater Sensor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePump\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnecting Tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMagnets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e9V Battery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine mesh filter (to stop fine debris escaping orchid medium)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSTLs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* There will still be a need to coat a section of the 3D Print in Epoxy that isn’t included in this kit. It’s recommended to use  UV Resistant Clear Art Epoxy. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20250910050424\/https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/JDiction-Epoxy-Resin-948ml-32oz\/dp\/B082WZZJ3W\/ref=sr_1_5_pp?crid=1DEP46JJTITUJ\u0026amp;keywords=uv%2Bresistant%2Bresin\u0026amp;qid=1706202057\u0026amp;sprefix=uv%2Bresistant%2Bresin%2Caps%2C82\u0026amp;sr=8-5\u0026amp;th=1\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSuch as this one by JDiction.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-856a381 elementor-widget elementor-widget-video cmplz-placeholder-element\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-widget-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-wrapper elementor-open-inline\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-video\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7635b98 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-widget-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreation Steps:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3D Print the vase, lid, adapter (if using smaller pot inside 6 inch variant), electronics’ enclosure, electronics’ enclosure lid, water sensor holder. All printed in PETG or PET. See print settings document for help. STLs are downloadable upon purchase or find them here: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20250910050424\/https:\/\/makerworld.com\/@levkin\/collections\/888275\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/makerworld.com\/@levkin\/collections\/888275\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoat certain parts of the vase in epoxy to prevent leaks. Specifically inside around the bottom where walls connect with bottom layers, the seam, and the pipes. Watch the video to see which sections. UV-Resistant art epoxy works best.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrill a hole inside the electronics box enclosure to fit the board inside and for the button to be accessible. Has to be around 13 mm off the top and 5 mm in diameter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd a magnet to both the vase and the electronics enclosure to hold it. has to be around 45 mm from the top on the vase, and 24 mm on the box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsert the electronics inside the enclosure, push the 12v male through the larger hole and then push it through to the other side through one of the threads. The thick black cable has to bend for the button to be accessible. Watch the video.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis Assembly video of the finished AOWS may be useful too: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20250910050424\/https:\/\/youtu.be\/mS0p3zSobaU\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/youtu.be\/mS0p3zSobaU\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect the 9V battery and push it inside the enclosure while carefully moving the cables to the side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the 12V aquarium pump inside the bottom section, and connect it to the top section using a (8mm ID) silicone tube. The length will depend on the size of the system. Pull the wire through the pipe with the hole to the outside.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect the male and female 12v connectors, and magnetically attach the electronics enclosure to the vase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlug in the water sensor to the board, and attach it to the vase, adjusting it to the desired level (has to be below the drain holes).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFill up the bottom section with water, then place the lid in between\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRun a trial watering cycle by holding the button down for 6 seconds. Make sure everything is working correctly, the water is filling up and stops when reaching the water sensor, and hovers around that level. Make sure there are no leaks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the orchid inside, using an adapter if needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/DOOLeM0s-6g?si=qOa1GtLNLbScqgfj\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Electronics + Water Sensor","offer_id":57621075132747,"sku":"DIY-AOWS-ELECTRONICS","price":29.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Full Kit","offer_id":57621075165515,"sku":"DIY-AOWS-FULL-KIT","price":39.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1043\/0346\/0683\/files\/FullKit2.jpg?v=1781864336","url":"https:\/\/orchidwatering.com\/products\/diy-kit-automatic-orchid-watering-system","provider":"3DPING - Automatic Orchid Watering Systems","version":"1.0","type":"link"}