Kratky Amerimax Vinyl Downspout Hydroponics (Collection)

#Overview

This will be a GROWING Collection of Parts for Kratky Hydroponics

A lot of this is built around a 18 x 48" Wire Rack (Specifically Trinity from Costco), but I also setup outdoor systems with buckets and Downspouts.

I have now moved stuff outside. Some problems I have are my pots falling out, or getting blown out (my hole saw is just a hair too big for the pots, but the tile saw cuts a bit smaller that works better, but is messy and slow).

---

#Part Summary

###Net Pots

2" Expansion Ring (xGarden - 2" Lightweight Economy Net Pots, used Milwaukee 2" Hole Saw, just a bit larger than preferred)
003D0014P061_B

3" Expansion Ring (xGarden - 3" Lightweight Economy Net Pots, used Milwaukee 3" Hole Saw, just a bit larger than preferred)
003D0014P060_A

---

###Downspout End Caps

2 x 3" Vinyl Downspout End Caps (Without Drain Hole)
003D0014P022_E - No Hole

2 x 3" Vinyl Downspout End Caps (With 10.5mm Drain Hole for Pneumatic Elbow / Straight Combination Push to Connect Tube Fittings)
003D0014P022_E - 10.5 mm Hole

3 x 4" Vinyl Downspout End Caps (Without Drain Hole)
003D0014P023_N - No Hole

3 x 4" Vinyl Downspout End Caps (With 10.0mm Drain Hole for 1/8" NPT x 1/4" Pneumatic Elbow / Straight Combination Push to Connect Tube Fittings)
003D0014P023_N - 10.0mm Hole

3 x 4" Vinyl Downspout End Caps (With 10.3mm Drain Hole for 1/8" NPT x 1/4" Pneumatic Elbow / Straight Combination Push to Connect Tube Fittings)
003D0014P023_N - 10.3mm Hole

3 x 4" Vinyl Downspout End Caps (With 10.5mm Drain Hole for 1/8" NPT x 1/4" Pneumatic Elbow / Straight Combination Push to Connect Tube Fittings)
003D0014P023_N - 10.5mm Hole

3 x 4" Vinyl Downspout End Caps (With 16mm Drain Hole for ZAOJIAO Tube Bulkhead Connector) - [Not using this anymore, using 10.5mm Fittings]
003D0014P023_L - 16mm Hole

---

###Brackets

2 x 3" Downspout Bracket (Left)
003D0014P200_C-Left

2 x 3" Downspout Bracket (Right)
003D0014P200_C-Right

3 x 4" Downspout Bracket (Left)
003D0017P305_A - Left

3 x 4" Downspout Bracket (Right)
003D0017P305_A - Right

(Note: I used 3 of these on a 10' 3x4" section and they are starting to sag a bit, I'll be redesigning these shortly)

---

###Seed Trays

10 x 10cm Grow Tray (4 x 4")
003D0014P120_E

Drip Tray for 10 x 10 cm Grow Tray (11 x 11 x 2 cm, 4.3 x 4,3 x 0.75")
003D0014P122_B

Flat Pressure Cover for 10 x 10 cm Grow Tray
003D0014P121_D

Humidity Cover for 10 x 10 cm Grow Tray (2 cm High, 0.75" High)
003D0014P123_C-2cm

Humidity Cover for 10 x 10 cm Grow Tray (4 cm High, 1.5" High)
003D0014P123_C-4cm

---

###Notes

All parts generally in Metric (it's easier to think than Imperial, and I think a lot of Imperial Parts are really Metric anyway, even if they say 1/4", etc)

This will be a growing collection. I use revisions to indicate changes, so this will likely be a living post. I left the hole about 2/3 the way up the 3x4" because I am going to use them outside and that will limit my ability to overfill. I'll add more caps with and w/o holes.

To drill holes in the Vinyl Downspout (2x3" from Home Depot, 4x3" from Lowes, at least locally for me), use a hole saw running backwards or a diamond / tile saw, but it makes more dust than the hole saw.

Use GE All Purpose 100% Silicone or squal to seal.

---

###Obsolete

Below are Parts I have removed, leaving the best combinations of 3D parts and fittings I could find:

3 x 4" Vinyl Downspout End Caps (With 1/4" Drain Hole for PureSec Water Pipe Stem Elbow Connector for 1/4" Tubing)
003D0014P023_K - 6.5mm Hole

---

#Purchased Parts

Here is a list of 3rd party components (I have no affiliation to these suppliers). These are just the best bang for the buck I have found:

###Net Pots and Cloning Collars

xGarden Neoprene Clone Collars - 120 Pack Cloning Collars, 2" Inch, Multi-Color - DIY Foam Cloner Inserts for Net Pots, Hydroponics, Aeroponics
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MXZOBJ8

xGarden Neoprene Clone Collars - 120 Pack Cloning Collars, 3" Inch, Multi-Color - DIY Foam Cloner Inserts for Net Pots, Hydroponics, Aeroponics
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0882NLSVD

xGarden - Lightweight Economy Net Pots - Thin Lip & Slotted Sides - for Hydroponics & Aquaponics - UV Resistant & BPA Free Plastic - Indoor or Outdoor Growing - Black 2" Round Mesh Pot Cups - 50 Pack
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07W9H8ZRH

xGarden - Lightweight Economy Net Pots - Thin Lip & Slotted Sides - for Hydroponics & Aquaponics - UV Resistant & BPA Free Plastic - Indoor or Outdoor Growing - Black 3" Round Mesh Pot Cups - 50 Pack
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08SQ8DXSQ/ref=twister_B09QBQVDT1

Cz Garden Supply 3 inch Net Cups Heavy Duty Pots Wide Rim Design - Orchids • Aquaponics • Aquaculture • Hydroponics Slotted Mesh for Kratky Wide Mouth Mason Jars
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073WJ78MM

---

###Filament

OVERTURE PLA Matte Filament 1.75mm, Matte PLA Roll 2kg Cardboard Spool (4.4lbs), Dimensional Accuracy +/- 0.03 mm, Fit Most FDM Printer (Matte White 2-Pack)
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09S3B84DC

OVERTURE Transparent Filament Clear PETG Filament 1.75mm, PETG Transparent 3D Printer Consumables, 1kg Filament (2.2lbs), Dimensional Accuracy 99% Probability +/- 0.03 mm,Transparent
https://www.amazon.com/Filament-Transparent-Consumables-Dimensional-Accuracy/dp/B07SB761QR

---

###Grow Rack Setup (Lights, Timers, Etc)

Barrina LED Grow Light, 144W(6 x 24W, 800W Equivalent), 2ft T8, Full Spectrum, High Output, Linkable Design, T8 Integrated Bulb+Fixture, Plant Lights for Indoor Plants, 6-Pack
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PBGRGCB

Barrina LED Grow Light, 252W(6 x 42W) 4ft T8, Full Spectrum, V-Shape with Reflector, Linkable Design, Plant Lights for Indoor Plants, 6-Pack
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07QWV1THV

Wire Shelf Liner 18 x 48 - Shelf Liners for Wire Shelf System - Set of 4 Frosted - Plastic Wire Shelving Shelf Mats
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M7PH8D1

Digital Infinite Repeat Cycle Timer Plug with Countdown and 24 Hour Daily on-Off Programs for Electrical Outlets, Lights, Hydroponic Pumps (120V, 15A) [2 Pack]
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07D7WCT75

YLOVAN Storage Shelf Cover Wire Rack Shelving Dust Protective, Fits Racks 48" Lx19''Dx72''H One Side See Through Panel (Cover only)
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08R6ZH8S3?th=1

---

###Fittings

Pneumatic Elbow Straight Combination Push to Connect Tube Fittings Male Thread Straight Push Quick Release Connectors Air Tool Connectors Connect Fittings(60 Pcs,1/4 Inch OD x 1/8 Inch NPT)
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B1TWR8PP?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details&th=1

---

###Grow Solution / Nutrients

Consolidated Plastics 41394 HDPE Graduated Dispenser with Caps, 16 oz, Natural, 12 Piece
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06Y2FDYZW

MASTERBLEND 4-18-38 FERTILIZER MASTER KIT - BULK
https://www.powergrowsystems.com/products/masterblend-4-18-38-fertilizer-master-kit-bulk

---

###Clips and other Misc Items

GSINODRS 200Pcs Plant Support Clips, Garden Support Clips, Garden Clips, Grape Vine, Tomato Vine Vegetables Plants Trellis Clips to Grow Upright Makes Plants Healthier
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B089KC44NP

---

###Obsolete

Below are parts I tried, but are either more expensive or didn't work as well as the parts above:

PureSec Water Pipe Stem Elbow Connector for 1/4" Tubing 90 degree elbow Push to Connect Plastic Quick Fittings for Reverse Osmosis System(Pack of 10)
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MZ2PLCR

ZAOJIAO Tube Bulkhead Connector Push Fit Quick Connect for RO Water Reverse Osmosis System (Pack of 5) (1/4" Tube Bulkhead Connector)
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06Y2854SJ