{"title":"Autopot Systems","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAutoPot is an automatic watering system that can be used either as a hydroponics system or as a traditional soil irrigation system. This product is perfect for indoor growing and greenhouse crops. It is affordable and easy to use, producing outstanding results.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTheir hydration systems are a great way to supply your plants with the nutrients they require, without ever having to use pumps or other irrigation equipment, and therefore there is no electricity usage. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAt Growers House we have an extensive selection of AutoPots hydroponic supplies. Find everything you need to get your indoor garden growing how you want and make sure your plants are getting the hydration they need.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"autopot-flexitank","title":"AutoPot FlexiTank","description":"\u003csection class=\"gh-product-listing\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAutoPot FlexiTank - Collapsible Reservoir for AutoPot and Hydroponic Systems\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e growers who need a large-capacity reservoir for an AutoPot or other gravity-fed system, but don't want a rigid tank taking up permanent floor space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"gh-our-thoughts\" role=\"note\" aria-label=\"Our thoughts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur thoughts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis is AutoPot's own take on the collapsible tank idea - pole-and-liner construction that folds flat when empty and stands up as a full-size reservoir once assembled. Straight out of the box in a few minutes, and available in a wide enough size range to suit anything from a single small tent to a serious multi-room setup.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe AutoPot FlexiTank range is a collapsible reservoir built to feed AutoPot systems (or any gravity-fed hydroponic setup) without the storage headache of a permanent rigid tank. Each FlexiTank uses a flexible liner supported by internal poles, so it packs down flat for storage or transport and only takes a few minutes to assemble - fit the poles into the sleeves, add the tap, and it's ready to fill. Once up, it holds a genuinely large volume in a comparatively small footprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe range spans several sizes to suit different setups, from a compact 100L tank (roughly 43cm diameter x 75cm tall) suited to a single tent or closed space, up to a 750L tank (around 90cm diameter x 120cm tall) for larger or commercial-scale grows, with a 400L option (around 68cm diameter x 111cm tall) in between.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FlexiTank sits in the same collapsible-reservoir category as Aqualine's Flex Tanks, which use the same pole-and-liner principle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSame core mechanism as Aqualine Flex Tanks - a flexible liner supported by internal poles, packing flat when empty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFar less storage space required than a rigid water butt or IBC tank of equivalent capacity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePurpose-designed to pair with AutoPot's own AQUAvalve systems and modules, though it works with any gravity-fed or pumped setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're already running non-AutoPot equipment and just need extra water storage, Aqualine's Flex Tanks do a similar job - but if you're on an AutoPot system, the FlexiTank is the natural fit and sized to match AutoPot's own module ranges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUsage guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSetup takes minutes and doesn't need any tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssembly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUnfold the liner, slot the support poles into the sewn sleeves, fit the tap, and fill with water once it's positioned where you want it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizing to your system\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMatch tank capacity to the number of pots and watering frequency in your AutoPot layout - the 100L suits a single small tent, while 400L-750L suits larger or multi-tent setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePositioning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSet it up on a flat, stable surface before filling, since a full tank is heavy and difficult to move.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage between grows\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEmpty, clean and fully dry the liner before folding it flat for storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormat: \u003cstrong\u003eCollapsible flexible-liner reservoir\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSizes: \u003cstrong\u003e100L (approx. 43cm dia x 75cm H), 400L (approx. 68cm dia x 111cm H), 750L (approx. 90cm dia x 120cm H), plus 1000L\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssembly: \u003cstrong\u003eSupport poles + sewn sleeves, tap fitting, no tools required\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssembly time: \u003cstrong\u003eA few minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStorage: \u003cstrong\u003ePacks flat when empty and dry\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with: \u003cstrong\u003eAutoPot AQUAvalve systems, and other gravity-fed or pumped setups\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: \u003cstrong\u003eAutoPot\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutoPot growers who need a reservoir sized to their existing module layout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowers with limited permanent floor space who need a large tank that can be stored away between grows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti-tent or multi-room setups needing several tanks that can be moved or reconfigured easily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest suited to AutoPot systems, though equally useful for any gravity-fed hydroponic setup needing extra reservoir capacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOur take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a well-proven design - the same collapsible principle used across the category - built specifically to match AutoPot's own module sizes, which makes it the obvious pairing if you're already running AutoPot kit. The size range means you're not stuck buying more capacity than your setup actually needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're running or building out an AutoPot layout, this is the natural reservoir choice. 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This filter is a cheap bit of insurance against that, especially if you're reusing an old tank or growing in hard water. Not a part to skip to save a couple of pounds.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is AutoPot's inline filter sized to fit at the outlet of the 30 litre and 47 litre tank range, sitting between the tank and your 9mm pipe run. It traps particulate, algae fragments and any grit that finds its way into the reservoir before it can reach an AQUAvalve5 and interfere with the float mechanism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a straightforward push-fit part with a mesh filter housing, designed to be checked and rinsed clean periodically as part of normal tank maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's sized specifically for AutoPot's smaller tank range rather than being a universal filter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVersus the larger golf-ball style filter used on AutoPot's 100L and 225L flexitanks, this smaller filter is fitted for the 30L\/47L tank outlet and isn't interchangeable with the bigger tank fittings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVersus running a system without any filter, AQUAvalves are precision components and even fine debris can cause a stuck float or an uneven feed cycle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVersus a generic garden irrigation filter, this one is sized to click directly into AutoPot's own 9mm fittings without adapters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA small, cheap part that protects a much more expensive one, the AQUAvalve, from the kind of debris that causes AutoPot systems the most trouble.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUsage guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFit the filter at the tank outlet, before the 9mm pipe run splits off to your modules, so all the water passes through it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCheck and rinse the mesh periodically, more often if you're reusing an older tank, growing in hard water, or have noticed any slow-filling AQUAvalves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to replace\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf the mesh becomes clogged or damaged, replace it rather than running without one, it's a small cost against the risk of a stuck valve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible tanks: \u003cstrong\u003e30L and 47L AutoPot tank range\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits pipe: \u003cstrong\u003e9mm OD \/ 7mm ID\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU: \u003cstrong\u003e131415\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFilter type: \u003cstrong\u003eInline mesh housing\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitting type: \u003cstrong\u003ePush-fit\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30L and 47L tank owners running any AutoPot module\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowers reusing an older tank that may have grit or algae buildup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone in a hard water area topping up with tap water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowers who've had a sticking AQUAvalve before\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA sensible addition to any 30L or 47L tank setup, not just a nice-to-have.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOur take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's an easy part to overlook when you're building a system, but it's cheap protection for the part of the system that actually costs money to replace. Worth adding to any 30L or 47L tank order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDoes exactly what it should, day in, day out, and one less thing to worry about with an unattended system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Autopot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42568690303146,"sku":"131415","price":3.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0053\/5540\/5400\/products\/HYD-2765-01.jpg?v=1645302196"},{"product_id":"autopot-av5-16mm-quick-click-to-9mm-barbed-reducer","title":"AutoPot AV5 16mm Quick Click to 9mm Barbed Reducer","description":"\u003csection class=\"gh-product-listing\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAutoPot AV5 16mm Quick Click to 9mm Barbed Reducer - Connect Larger Tanks to Your AV5 System\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Growers connecting a larger tank or reservoir's 16mm quick-click pipework down to an AutoPot AV5 system's 9mm barbed fittings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"gh-our-thoughts\" role=\"note\" aria-label=\"Our thoughts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur thoughts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nMixing pipe sizes across a grow system is one of those small things that trips people up when they're expanding - the tank's on 16mm, the AutoPot modules are on 9mm, and suddenly nothing connects. This little step-down adapter is exactly the fix, and it's the sort of part worth having a couple of spares of once you start building out a bigger system.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a step-down adapter that connects 16mm quick-click pipe, the size commonly used for tank and reservoir outlets, down to 9mm barbed fittings, the size used throughout AutoPot's AV5 range of modules and pipework. If you're connecting a larger external tank to your AutoPot system, or mixing pipe sizes anywhere in a custom setup, this is the fitting that bridges the two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt uses a quick-click connection on the 16mm side for a tool-free push-fit onto standard 16mm pipe, and a barbed connection on the 9mm side designed to grip onto AutoPot's 9mm flexi pipe securely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a small, specific fitting rather than a product with direct branded competitors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWithout a reducer like this, connecting a 16mm tank outlet to 9mm AutoPot pipework would mean cutting and re-fitting pipe or improvising a join, which risks leaks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneric aquarium or irrigation reducers exist but aren't sized or barbed specifically to match AutoPot's AV5 pipe dimensions, so fit and seal reliability isn't guaranteed the same way.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuying the correct AutoPot-specific reducer costs a couple of pounds and avoids any guesswork on fit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA cheap, purpose-made fitting that removes the guesswork of connecting mismatched pipe sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUsage guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA small part, but worth fitting correctly to avoid leaks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitting the 16mm end\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePush the quick-click end firmly onto your 16mm pipe until it seats fully - you should feel it click into place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitting the 9mm end\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePush your 9mm AutoPot flexi pipe onto the barbed end until it's seated past the barb, ensuring a tight seal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChecking for leaks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRun water through the system after fitting and check both connections before leaving it unattended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnection 1: \u003cstrong\u003e16mm quick-click\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnection 2: \u003cstrong\u003e9mm barbed\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFunction: \u003cstrong\u003estep-down adapter between pipe sizes\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible system: \u003cstrong\u003eAutoPot AV5 range\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitting type: \u003cstrong\u003epush-fit, tool-free\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowers connecting a larger external tank to an AutoPot AV5 system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone building a custom multi-size pipework setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutoPot users expanding a system beyond the standard bundled tank size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowers who've hit a pipe-size mismatch mid-build\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest suited to anyone running or building AutoPot systems where tank and module pipe sizes don't match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOur take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA small, inexpensive fitting that solves a specific, common problem in AutoPot setups - worth having on hand if you're running anything beyond the most basic single-module system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGets the job done properly - reliable performance at a sensible price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"AUTOPOT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47915799576746,"sku":"131411","price":12.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0053\/5540\/5400\/files\/autopotav616mmcliphoseconnector.jpg?v=1769181221"},{"product_id":"autopot-1-pot-extension-kit-av1","title":"AutoPot 1-Pot Extension Kit (AV1)","description":"\u003csection class=\"gh-product-listing\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAutoPot 1-Pot Extension Kit (AV1) - Add Another Pot to Your Existing System\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Growers who already have an AutoPot 1Pot system running and want to add another plant without buying a whole new setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"gh-our-thoughts\" role=\"note\" aria-label=\"Our thoughts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur thoughts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nOnce you've got one AutoPot module running well, adding another is one of the cheapest ways to grow your setup - you're not paying again for a header tank or pipework you already own. Just remember the tray isn't included here, so check what you've already got before ordering. Simple, sensible way to scale up.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe AutoPot 1-Pot Extension Kit is used to add an extra pot and valve module to your existing AutoPot grow system, letting you expand plant count without duplicating the header tank, main pipework or other shared parts of your setup. The kit includes the pot and automatic watering valve module that connects into your existing gravity-fed supply - note that the tray is sold separately, so you'll need to have one in hand or add it to your order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach extension module ties into the same header tank and pipe run as your existing 1Pot modules, so expanding the system is a case of adding pots and connecting them in, rather than plumbing in a second independent watering system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExtension kits are the standard way any modular gravity-fed system, AutoPot included, is designed to scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuying a second complete 1Pot System (with its own header tank) works, but duplicates parts you likely already have and costs more than adding a single extension module.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePump-and-timer flood systems from other manufacturers generally need extra timer capacity or a bigger pump to add more pots; AutoPot's gravity-valve design scales by simply adding more modules to the same tank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis kit is specifically for expanding within the AutoPot ecosystem - it isn't a standalone system and needs an existing AutoPot setup to connect into.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cheapest way to add another plant to a system you're already running, provided you've got a spare tray to pair it with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUsage guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck what you've already got before fitting this kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTray check\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eConfirm you have a spare tray and lid before ordering, since this kit covers the pot and valve module only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnecting in\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTee into your existing pipe run from the header tank to feed the new module, using the same size fittings as the rest of your system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePositioning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKeep the new pot at the same level as your existing modules so the gravity feed and valve timing stay consistent across the system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKit contents: \u003cstrong\u003epot and automatic watering valve module\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTray and lid: \u003cstrong\u003esold separately, not included\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with: \u003cstrong\u003eexisting AutoPot 1Pot systems and header tank setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower required: \u003cstrong\u003enone, gravity-fed\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFunction: \u003cstrong\u003eexpands plant count on an existing AutoPot system\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExisting AutoPot 1Pot users wanting to add more plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowers who already have a spare tray and just need the pot and valve module\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone scaling up a home grow without duplicating shared system parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBudget growers who want the cheapest way to expand an existing setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest suited to anyone already running an AutoPot 1Pot system rather than someone starting from scratch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOur take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA straightforward, low-cost way to grow your existing AutoPot setup one pot at a time - just make sure you've got a tray sorted before it arrives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGets the job done properly - reliable performance at a sensible price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"AUTOPOT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47915822710954,"sku":"5278","price":21.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0053\/5540\/5400\/files\/autopot-set-1-pot-extension.webp?v=1769181839"},{"product_id":"autopot-easy2grow-extension-kit","title":"AutoPot Easy2Grow Extension Kit","description":"\u003csection class=\"gh-product-listing\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAutoPot Easy2Grow Extension Kit - Add Two More Pots to Your Easy2Grow System\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Growers with an existing Easy2Grow Kit who want to scale up to more plants without buying a whole new system or header tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"gh-our-thoughts\" role=\"note\" aria-label=\"Our thoughts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur thoughts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nEasy2Grow is built to grow with you - start with one tray and two pots, then keep bolting extensions on as you need more space. This kit is exactly that next step, sharing the same tank and pipe run as your existing kit rather than needing a second independent setup. Sensible way to scale without doubling your costs.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe AutoPot Easy2Grow Extension Kit expands an existing Easy2Grow Kit by adding one tray and two more pots, taking a standard Easy2Grow Kit (1 tray, 2 pots) up to an Easy2Grow 6 (3 trays, 6 pots), with further extensions able to keep expanding the system beyond that. Each kit includes an Easy2Grow tray and lid, two 8.5 litre pots (with the option to upgrade to 15 litre pots), one AQUAvalve5, two PotSock Square root guards, two matrix discs, one metre of 9mm pipe, a 9mm tee connector, a 16mm-to-9mm tee connector and a 16mm-to-9mm cross connector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe pot, tray, AQUAvalve and pipework are UK-manufactured from recycled plastics and are immediately compatible with the parts in the original Easy2Grow Kit. The AQUAvalve5 fitted in this extension kit is a further revision of AutoPot's valve design, giving more reliable, consistent watering cycles than earlier valve generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Easy2Grow Extension Kit sits within AutoPot's own product family alongside the 1Pot system rather than competing with a different brand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutoPot's 1Pot Extension Kit adds a single standalone pot and tray per module, while the Easy2Grow Extension Kit adds a tray shared across two pots, which suits growers wanting more plants per square metre of tray space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePump-and-timer flood tables from other manufacturers can also expand plant count, but need extra pump capacity or timer channels as they grow; Easy2Grow scales by simply adding more gravity-fed modules to the same tank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuying a second complete Easy2Grow Kit (with its own tank) works but duplicates parts an extension kit lets you skip, since it shares your existing header tank and pipe run.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou're paying for exactly the parts needed to grow your existing system, not a duplicate setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUsage guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe extension kit is designed to tie straight into your existing Easy2Grow pipe run.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnecting to your system\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse the supplied 16mm-to-9mm tee and cross connectors to branch off your existing main pipe run and feed the new tray's AQUAvalve5.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePot size choice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe kit comes with 8.5 litre pots as standard, with an upgrade to 15 litre pots if you're growing larger plants or want less frequent media changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePositioning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKeep the new tray at the same level as your existing Easy2Grow trays so the gravity feed and valve timing stay consistent across the whole system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKit contents: \u003cstrong\u003e1x tray and lid, 2x 8.5L pots (15L upgrade available), 1x AQUAvalve5, 2x PotSock Square, 2x matrix discs, 1m of 9mm pipe, 1x 9mm tee connector, 1x 16-9mm tee connector, 1x 16-9mm cross connector\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpands: \u003cstrong\u003eEasy2Grow Kit (1 tray, 2 pots) towards Easy2Grow 6 (3 trays, 6 pots) and beyond\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eValve: \u003cstrong\u003eAQUAvalve5\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterials: \u003cstrong\u003eUK-manufactured recycled plastics\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower required: \u003cstrong\u003enone, gravity-fed\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExisting Easy2Grow Kit owners wanting to add more plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowers scaling a home setup towards a larger multi-tray system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who wants shared-tray efficiency rather than one tray per plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBudget growers who want to expand without duplicating a header tank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest suited to growers already running Easy2Grow rather than a first-time AutoPot purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOur take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA properly matched extension that grows your existing Easy2Grow system exactly the way AutoPot designed it to scale, without paying for parts you've already got.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGets the job done properly - reliable performance at a sensible price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"AUTOPOT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47915871502506,"sku":"3722","price":32.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0053\/5540\/5400\/files\/Easy2GrowModuleBoxed.jpg?v=1769182615"},{"product_id":"spare-flexitank-tap","title":"Spare FlexiTank Tap","description":"\u003csection class=\"gh-product-listing\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpare FlexiTank Tap - Genuine AutoPot Replacement Part\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e AutoPot growers who need to replace a lost, cracked, or worn tap on a FlexiTank or FlexiTank Pro reservoir without buying a whole new tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"gh-our-thoughts\" role=\"note\" aria-label=\"Our thoughts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur thoughts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt's a 5 quid part for a tank that costs a lot more, so there's no excuse to keep nursing a leaky tap along. We keep these in stock because taps are the first thing to crack on a FlexiTank, usually right when you're mid-fill. Grab a spare before yours goes, not after.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the genuine AutoPot replacement tap fitted to the FlexiTank and FlexiTank Pro reservoirs. It's moulded from high-grade plastic and fits straight through the existing hole in the tank wall, sealed on both sides with a rubber washer and secured with a plastic retaining nut, so no tools or cutting are needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe outlet side is threaded to take a 26.5mm click connector, which is how it links into AutoPot's 16mm pipework or standard 12mm irrigation piping. 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Push the new tap through the hole from the outside, fit a rubber washer on each side of the tank wall, and hand-tighten the plastic nut from the inside until snug - don't overtighten plastic threads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnecting pipework\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe threaded outlet takes a 26.5mm click connector. 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Given how cheap it is next to the cost of a new tank - or the mess of a leak under your grow space - it's worth having spare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDoes exactly what it should, day in, day out. One to keep in the spares box if you're running AutoPot FlexiTanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"AUTOPOT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47915871731882,"sku":"98845","price":5.59,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0053\/5540\/5400\/files\/FlexiTankTap.jpg?v=1769182622"},{"product_id":"autopot-av5-irrigation-fittings-connectors","title":"AutoPot AV5 Irrigation Fittings \u0026 Connectors","description":"\u003csection class=\"gh-product-listing\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAutoPot AV5 6mm (9mm External) Irrigation Fittings - Replacement Parts for AV5 Pipework\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e AutoPot AV5 owners who need to replace a damaged fitting or expand their pipework without buying a whole new system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"gh-our-thoughts\" role=\"note\" aria-label=\"Our thoughts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur thoughts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nEvery irrigation system eventually needs a spare part, whether it's a cracked connector or you're just adding another branch to the pipe run. These are the exact fittings AutoPot's AV5 pipework uses, sold individually so you only buy the piece you actually need rather than a whole accessory pack.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing covers the individual fittings used with AutoPot's AV5-generation 6mm (9mm external diameter) flexi pipe, precision engineered to keep your system running reliably. You can buy them as replacements for broken or damaged parts, or to expand and customise your own bottom-fed grow system. Five fitting types are available to choose from:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e6mm In-Line Tap\u003c\/strong\u003e controls the flow of nutrient solution through your flexi pipe. The \u003cstrong\u003e6mm Golf Filter (Complete)\u003c\/strong\u003e sits inside your reservoir tank, preventing debris or dirt from entering your AutoPot system and causing blockages further along. The \u003cstrong\u003e6mm Cross Connector\u003c\/strong\u003e joins four lengths of flexi pipe together, useful when building or customising bottom-fed systems. The \u003cstrong\u003e6mm Tee Piece\u003c\/strong\u003e connects three lengths of flexi pipe for branching a pipe run. The \u003cstrong\u003e6mm Top Hat Grommet\u003c\/strong\u003e sits inside the hole on the front of AutoPot's 47 litre reservoir, letting you thread flexi pipe through while forming a tight seal, with the golf filter typically fitted on the end of the pipe that passes through it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are AutoPot-specific replacement parts rather than generic irrigation fittings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneric aquarium or garden irrigation fittings may look similar but aren't sized to the exact 6mm ID \/ 9mm OD dimensions of AutoPot's AV5 flexi pipe, so fit and seal can't be guaranteed the same way.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuying a full accessory pack gets you a set of assorted fittings, but if you only need one replacement part, buying it individually here avoids paying for parts you don't need.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBecause these are sold individually rather than bundled, you can stock up on just the fitting types you actually go through most, like taps or filters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA cheap, precise way to keep an AV5 system running without overbuying spares you won't use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUsage guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFit selection depends on what job you're doing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReplacing a broken part\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIdentify which fitting has failed (tap, filter, connector or grommet) and swap in the matching part rather than reworking the whole pipe run.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExpanding a pipe run\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse Tee Pieces for a three-way branch or Cross Connectors for a four-way branch when adding extra modules or drippers to an existing system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReservoir setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFit the Top Hat Grommet into the reservoir wall first, then thread your flexi pipe through it and attach the Golf Filter on the end sitting inside the tank to keep debris out of the system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePipe compatibility: \u003cstrong\u003e6mm ID (9mm external diameter) AutoPot flexi pipe\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitting types available: \u003cstrong\u003eIn-Line Tap, Golf Filter (Complete), Cross Connector, Tee Piece, Top Hat Grommet\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSold as: \u003cstrong\u003eindividual fittings, choose per part needed\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible reservoir: \u003cstrong\u003eAutoPot 47 litre tank (grommet sized to fit)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSystem: \u003cstrong\u003eAutoPot AV5 range\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutoPot AV5 owners repairing a broken or damaged fitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowers expanding or customising a bottom-fed pipe run\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone setting up a new reservoir who needs a grommet and filter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowers who want to buy spares one part at a time rather than a full accessory pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest suited to anyone already running AutoPot AV5 pipework who needs a specific, correctly sized replacement part.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOur take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall parts, but exactly the right ones - keeping a spare tap or filter on hand means a blockage or breakage doesn't take your whole system offline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGets the job done properly - reliable performance at a sensible price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"AUTOPOT","offers":[{"title":"6mm Golf Filter (Complete)","offer_id":47915880743082,"sku":"6573","price":2.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"6mm Inline Tap","offer_id":47915880710314,"sku":"5495","price":2.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"6mm Top Hat Grommet","offer_id":47915880841386,"sku":"131419","price":0.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"9mm Barbed Cross Connector","offer_id":47915880775850,"sku":"131412","price":0.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"9mm Barbed Tee Piece","offer_id":47915880808618,"sku":"131418","price":0.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"16mm \u003e 9mm Barbed Cross Connector","offer_id":67874981511338,"sku":"5492","price":2.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"16mm \u003e 9mm Barbed Reducing Tee","offer_id":67874981544106,"sku":"131193","price":1.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0053\/5540\/5400\/files\/6mmInlineTap.jpg?v=1769182647"},{"product_id":"autopot-xl-av5-grow-kits","title":"AutoPot XL AV5 Grow Kits","description":"\u003csection class=\"gh-product-listing\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAutoPot XL AV5 Grow Kits - Pump-Free Watering for Bigger Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Growers stepping up to larger 25 litre pots who want consistent, hands-off feeding across several plants without running a pump or timer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"gh-our-thoughts\" role=\"note\" aria-label=\"Our thoughts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur thoughts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAutoPot's passive watering system is one of the few genuinely idiot-proof ways to keep multiple pots fed evenly. The XL version just scales it up to 25 litre pots for bigger plants, and the AV5 valve is the latest, least fussy version of the AQUAvalve. We rate it for anyone who's fed up with hand-watering trays of pots every day.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe AutoPot XL AV5 Grow Kit is a gravity-fed watering system built around AutoPot's AQUAvalve5, sitting inside 25 litre XL pots. Each valve draws feed from a central reservoir and tops the tray up to a fixed 20mm depth automatically, then shuts off - no pump, no timer, and no electrical equipment anywhere in the system. Kits link together using 6mm (9mm external) feed pipe, so you can run a run of pots off one reservoir, and each individual pot still self-regulates its own watering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe AV5 valve is an upgrade on earlier AutoPot generations, with a 5mm fill hole and wider inlet that resists blockages from thicker or particulate nutrient solutions - useful if you're running organic feeds rather than clear minerals. Because the whole system runs on gravity, it also keeps working through a power cut, which is more than can be said for pumped systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAutoPot occupies its own corner of the market as the main pump-free, gravity-fed system UK growers reach for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNutriculture's Wilma systems use a pump and timer to flood-and-drain trays - more control over feed timing, but another point of failure and a mains socket to find.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGHE's Aqua-style flood systems work on a similar recirculating principle to Wilma, again needing electrics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompared with hand-watering the same number of 25L pots, AutoPot removes the daily watering can round entirely, at the cost of needing a level surface and a topped-up reservoir.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want plants fed automatically without wiring anything up, AutoPot is pretty much the category leader - the trade-off is a bit more plumbing to set up at the start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUsage guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe system is straightforward once it's level and plumbed in correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLevelling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach pot and its AQUAvalve need to sit on a level surface - even a slight lean stops the valve reading the correct water level, which leads to overfilling or a dry tray.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnecting the reservoir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRun 6mm (9mm external) feed pipe from your header tank or reservoir to each AQUAvalve. Multiple pots can be daisy-chained off the same tank using T-pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTopping up\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCheck the reservoir level every few days depending on plant size and stage - the valves will keep pots fed as long as there's solution in the tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMixed feeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe AV5's wider inlet copes better than earlier valves with thicker organic nutrients, but it's still worth giving any feed a stir before it goes in the tank to avoid sediment settling near the valve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePot volume: \u003cstrong\u003e25 litres (XL pot)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eValve: \u003cstrong\u003eAQUAvalve5\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFill depth per cycle: \u003cstrong\u003e20mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeed pipe: \u003cstrong\u003e6mm internal \/ 9mm external\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower required: \u003cstrong\u003eNone - gravity fed\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKit sizes available: \u003cstrong\u003eMultiple pot-count configurations\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible reservoir: \u003cstrong\u003eAutoPot header tank \/ FlexiTank\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: \u003cstrong\u003eUV-stable polypropylene pots and trays\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowers scaling up from small pots to bigger 25L containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone running several plants who doesn't want to hand-water each one daily\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowers who travel or can't check on plants every day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrganic growers wanting a wider valve that copes better with thicker feeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest suited to a grow room or greenhouse set-up on a level floor with a reservoir close by.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOur take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is proper, well-proven kit - AutoPot's passive watering system has been around for years precisely because it works without asking much of the grower. The XL AV5 kit just brings that reliability to bigger pots and bigger plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're tired of watering rounds and want a set-and-forget system that doesn't need a pump, this is worth picking up. Does exactly what it should, day in, day out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"AUTOPOT","offers":[{"title":"4-Pot","offer_id":47915897159850,"sku":"5603","price":149.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"8-Pot","offer_id":47915897192618,"sku":"5604","price":304.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"12-Pot","offer_id":47915897225386,"sku":"5605","price":454.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"16-Pot","offer_id":47915897258154,"sku":"5606","price":589.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"24-Pot","offer_id":47915897290922,"sku":"5607","price":879.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"36-Pot","offer_id":47915897323690,"sku":"5608","price":1219.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"48-Pot","offer_id":47915897356458,"sku":"5609","price":1559.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0053\/5540\/5400\/files\/AutopotXL8-Pot.jpg?v=1769182691"},{"product_id":"autopot-air-dome","title":"AutoPot - Air Dome","description":"\u003csection class=\"gh-product-listing\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAutoPot - Air Dome - Passive Root-Zone Aeration for AutoPot Systems\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e AutoPot growers who want to boost oxygen at the root zone without adding a pump, airline or extra power draw to their system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"gh-our-thoughts\" role=\"note\" aria-label=\"Our thoughts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur thoughts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nRoots need oxygen just as much as the top of the plant needs light, and it's easy to overlook in a bottom-fed AutoPot system where everything's happening under the media. The Air Dome is a cheap, simple way to get more air down to the root zone without adding electrics or moving parts to worry about. Small product, sensible upgrade.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Air Dome is a dome-shaped piece of porous plastic mesh that sits in the root zone of an AutoPot module, housing a cross-section of porous tubing that lets air reach down where the roots are actively growing. Roots are the engine of the plant - when the root zone is well aerated, the extra oxygen availability supports stronger, healthier growth above ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach Air Dome kit comes with the dome itself, four 2-inch sections of porous tubing, a cross connector to join the tubing sections, and a 50cm length of airline tubing to route air into the dome. It's designed to work with standard 3\/16 inch ID (1\/4 inch OD) clear vinyl airline tubing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Air Dome takes a different approach to root-zone aeration than the more common active air-pump-and-airstone setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAir stones paired with an air pump (the standard DWC aeration method) actively bubble air through the water, but need continuous power and a pump that can fail or need replacing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Air Dome works passively within the AutoPot's existing wet\/dry cycle, so there's no extra electricity draw and nothing mechanical to maintain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt's a lower-cost, lower-maintenance way to improve root-zone oxygen specifically within AutoPot-style gravity-fed systems, rather than a general-purpose aeration solution for any reservoir.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA cheap, no-power way to give AutoPot roots a bit more oxygen without adding another thing that can break.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUsage guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Air Dome fits into an AutoPot module alongside your growing media.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePosition the dome within the pot so the porous tubing sections sit in the root zone as the plant develops, giving roots direct access to the aerated area as they grow into it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnecting the tubing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse the cross connector to join the porous tubing sections and run the 50cm airline tubing to route air into the dome, using standard 3\/16 inch ID clear vinyl tubing for any extensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOngoing care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCheck the dome and tubing periodically for root intrusion or blockage, especially as the root mass fills out later in the grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKit contents: \u003cstrong\u003e1x Air Dome, 4x 2-inch porous tubing sections, 1x cross connector, 1x 50cm airline tubing\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible tubing: \u003cstrong\u003e3\/16 inch ID (1\/4 inch OD) clear vinyl\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower required: \u003cstrong\u003enone, passive aeration\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible systems: \u003cstrong\u003eAutoPot 1Pot, Easy2Grow and similar module-based systems\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFunction: \u003cstrong\u003eincreases root-zone oxygen availability\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutoPot growers wanting better root-zone oxygenation without adding power draw\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who's had issues with weak or slow root development in a bottom-fed system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowers who'd rather avoid the maintenance of an air pump and airstone setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBudget growers looking for a low-cost upgrade to an existing AutoPot module\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest suited to AutoPot systems where a simple, passive aeration boost is more practical than adding active air pumping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOur take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA cheap, sensible little upgrade that fits neatly into what an AutoPot system is already doing, without adding anything else to plug in or maintain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReliable performance without overpaying for features you don't need - worth picking up if you want equipment you can rely on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"AUTOPOT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47915980062890,"sku":"131200","price":5.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0053\/5540\/5400\/files\/131200_autopot_-_air_dome_1.jpg?v=1769185198"},{"product_id":"autopot-spares","title":"AutoPot Spares","description":"\u003csection class=\"gh-product-listing\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAutoPot Spares — Replacement Parts \u0026amp; Accessories for Gravity-Fed Systems\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e AutoPot system owners looking to maintain, repair, or expand their gravity-fed watering setups\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gh-our-thoughts\" role=\"note\" aria-label=\"Our thoughts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur thoughts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you've got an AutoPot system running, keeping genuine spares on hand is just smart housekeeping. These parts aren't expensive, they last ages, and they stop you scrambling when something wears out mid-cycle. One we recommend stocking up on.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAutoPot spares are replacement parts and accessories designed to keep your gravity-fed AutoPot system running smoothly for years. Whether you're replacing worn filter discs, swapping out tubing, repairing a valve, or expanding your setup, genuine AutoPot spares ensure your system maintains the reliability it's known for. These aren't optional extras — they're the parts that keep your automated watering working without interruption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAutoPot spares sit at the heart of maintaining a gravity-fed system. Here's where they fit:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine parts designed specifically for AutoPot's bottom-feed system — not generic universal spares\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLower cost than replacing entire system components or trays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsumable items (root control discs especially) that should be replaced regularly to prevent disease carryover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable as individual parts or bundled kits depending on your needs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike drip irrigation systems where you're constantly adjusting timers and wet-dry cycles, AutoPot's gravity-fed design means maintenance is straightforward — keep the parts clean, replace discs per cycle, check tubing for blockages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUsage guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAutoPot spares cover different maintenance and expansion needs:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFilter discs and root control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Matrix Disc sits at the bottom of your main pot and stops growing media falling through. The Root Control Disc goes at the bottom of your AutoPot tray and prevents roots from blocking the Smart Valve outlet. Replace root control discs at least once per growing cycle to avoid disease transmission between crops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTubing and connectors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMain reservoir lines typically run 16mm tubing, while individual pot feeds use 9mm (AQUAvalve5 systems) or 6mm (older systems). Barbed connectors and elbows in matching sizes keep everything leak-free. Stock these in bulk — 9mm fittings especially can be fragile, and having spares on hand beats waiting for replacements mid-cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eValve internals and gaskets\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe silicone components inside your Aquavalve float section can wear or degrade over time. Replacement internals are inexpensive and keep your valve regulating accurately without needing to replace the whole unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSystem expansion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAdding extra 15-litre pots to your setup? You'll need spare tray components, additional tubing, and connectors. AutoPot spares let you scale up pot-by-pot without buying a new system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoot management accessories\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePotSocks are designed to contain aggressive root systems within the pot, keeping them away from your Smart Valve outlet. 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The blue opaque colour is the key detail here — it blocks light completely, which stops algae from colonising inside the pipe. That matters more than you might think when you're running nutrient solution through the same lines day after day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the standard 13mm feed-line tubing for AutoPot systems. 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No redesign needed. That scalability is the whole point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOur take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a straightforward component that does exactly one job well — delivering nutrients reliably from your header tank to your plants. The lightproof material keeps algae at bay, the metre markings make it impossible to cut wrong, and it flexes where you need it to flex. Proper kit, sensible design, none of the faffing about.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're running an AutoPot system and either need to fix something or expand your setup, this is worth picking up. Buy the length you need, stick it in, clip it down. 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AutoPot is the lazy grower's path to serious results.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Hand Watering:\u003c\/strong\u003e No guessing, no lockout stress, no over or under-feeding. Automates the whole thing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Nutriculture \/ Alien Systems:\u003c\/strong\u003e Similar price point, but AutoPot has longer track record in UK market and stronger grower loyalty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe trade-off is simple: you lose some peak performance headroom but gain genuine peace of mind and zero power dependency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUsage guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAutoPot XL AV5 FlexiPot works across different space sizes and grower setups:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSetting up the kit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFill the reservoir with coco coir-friendly nutrients (mineral nutrients work best; organic requires a small pump running every 2 hours). Connect the 6mm pipework from the tank to each pot's AQUAvalve tray. Plants sit in 20-litre fabric FlexiPots filled with coco coir. The valve automatically fills the tray beneath each pot to 20mm when plants drink it dry. That's it. No timers. No guessing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModular scaling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAvailable in 4-pot, 8-pot, 12-pot, 16-pot configurations and up to 100+ pot systems. Each 4-pot unit needs roughly 120cm x 120cm of space. Stack multiple kits side by side or expand as you grow. One reservoir can supply multiple connected units.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing medium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCoco coir is the optimal choice. Bottom-feeding only works if your medium wicks nutrient solution upwards through capillary action. Coco does this reliably. 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This version leaves the header tank out, which is exactly right if you've already got one from a previous system or you're building your own setup from separate parts. Buy what you actually need instead of paying for a tank you won't use.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe AutoPot 1-Pot AV5 System is a single-module gravity-fed watering system built around AutoPot's AQUAvalve5, the latest generation of their patented watering valve. The AQUAvalve5 automatically opens to let nutrient solution flood into the pot's tray, then shuts off once the correct level is reached, so the plant gets a wet-then-dry cycle without any pump, timer or electricity involved. This version comes with a 15 litre pot and tray, 9mm pipework and fittings sized for the AQUAvalve5's larger-bore opening, but does not include a header tank - you'll need your own tank or an existing gravity-fed supply to connect it to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe AQUAvalve5 is a revision of AutoPot's earlier valve designs, with a larger opening than previous versions to reduce the chance of blockages. Because the system relies purely on gravity and the valve's mechanism, it can be left unattended for extended periods without the risk of a failed pump or timer leaving plants dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1Pot AV5 System without a header tank is aimed at growers who don't need AutoPot's bundled tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutoPot's full 1Pot System (sold with a header tank included) suits growers starting from scratch, while this version suits anyone reusing an existing tank or building a custom multi-module setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePump-and-timer systems such as those from Nutriculture or general flood-and-drain kits need mains power and a working timer to run correctly; the AV5's valve-based approach removes that point of failure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompared to AutoPot's own older AV1-generation modules, the AQUAvalve5's larger 9mm bore is less prone to blockages from root matter or debris.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou're paying for AutoPot's proven gravity-fed reliability, just without the tank you don't need if you've already got one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUsage guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGetting the tank height and connections right is the main thing to get right on setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeader tank placement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePosition your own header tank above the level of the 1Pot module so gravity can feed the system - the AQUAvalve5 relies on head pressure from an elevated tank to work correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnecting pipework\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse the supplied 9mm pipe and fittings to connect your tank outlet to the AQUAvalve5 inlet, checking all push-fit connections are seated fully before filling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExpanding the system\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAdd further 1Pot modules using AutoPot's Extension Kits to grow the system beyond a single pot, all feeding from the same header tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePot capacity: \u003cstrong\u003e15 litres\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eValve: \u003cstrong\u003eAQUAvalve5\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePipework: \u003cstrong\u003e9mm (larger bore than earlier AutoPot generations)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeader tank: \u003cstrong\u003enot included\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower required: \u003cstrong\u003enone, gravity-fed\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWatering method: \u003cstrong\u003eautomatic wet\/dry cycle via valve\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowers who already own a header tank from a previous AutoPot setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone building a custom multi-tank or multi-module AutoPot system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowers who want gravity-fed reliability without pumps or timers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBudget growers who don't want to pay for a tank they don't need\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest suited to growers expanding or customising an AutoPot setup rather than starting completely from scratch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOur take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA sensibly unbundled version of AutoPot's core system for anyone who's already sorted their water source - you get the current AQUAvalve5 hardware without paying for a tank sitting in the box unused.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGets the job done properly - reliable performance at a sensible price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"AUTOPOT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47916460671146,"sku":"131002","price":44.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0053\/5540\/5400\/files\/131002_-_main_e2061e9a-8d4d-45d0-8075-c244acebfde1.jpg?v=1769194016"},{"product_id":"autopot-easy-2-go-holiday-watering-kit-m26513","title":"AutoPot — Easy2Go — Holiday Watering Kit","description":"\u003csection class=\"gh-product-listing\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAutoPot Easy2Go Holiday Watering Kit - Pump-Free Watering While You're Away\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Growers going away for days or weeks who need plants watered without a pump, timer, or mains power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"gh-our-thoughts\" role=\"note\" aria-label=\"Our thoughts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur thoughts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis is the AutoPot trick shrunk down into a simple holiday-cover kit. No electrics, no pump, nothing to fail while you're away - just gravity and a float valve doing exactly what it's designed to do. Cheap peace of mind for anyone who's ever come back from a week off to crispy plants.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Easy2Go kit uses the same AQUAvalve5 technology found in AutoPot's full growing systems, just packaged for temporary or occasional use. Sit your plant's tray on the valve, connect a length of pipe to a water container, and the valve tops the tray up to a set depth automatically whenever the level drops - all done by gravity, with no pump or electrical equipment involved anywhere in the system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe kit includes an AQUAvalve5, a valve cover, a circular spirit level for setting it up correctly, an inline filter, a golf filter, a grommet for feeding pipe through a container wall, and around 1.5 metres (5ft) of 3\/8\" pipe. You'll need your own reservoir - AutoPot recommends a minimum 8 gallon (roughly 30 litre) container - and a flat-based tray at least 30mm deep to sit the plant pot in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEasy2Go sits in a slightly different lane to most holiday-watering solutions because it needs no power or water pressure at all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrip-stake systems like Blumat rely on soil moisture tension and work well for single pots, but don't scale as easily to trays of multiple plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTimer-driven drip irrigation kits need a tap connection or mains-powered pump, which is one more thing to fail while nobody's home to notice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultiple Easy2Go kits can be linked together to cover more plants from one setup, which most single-stake drip systems can't easily match.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a genuinely fit-and-forget holiday solution with nothing electrical to go wrong, Easy2Go is hard to beat - you just need a big enough water container.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUsage guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet it up a day or two before you leave so you can check it's working properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLevelling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse the included spirit level to make sure the valve sits level in the tray - an uneven base is the most common reason these systems misread the water level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFilling the reservoir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFill your container (minimum 8 gallons \/ roughly 30 litres) with water or diluted feed and position it above or level with the tray.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnecting up\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeed the pipe through the grommet into the container, fit the golf filter to keep debris out, and connect the other end to the AQUAvalve5.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTesting before you go\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLet the tray fill and drain at least once before leaving, to confirm the valve is cycling correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eValve: \u003cstrong\u003eAQUAvalve5\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFill depth: \u003cstrong\u003e20mm per cycle\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePipe included: \u003cstrong\u003eApprox. 1.5m (5ft) of 3\/8\" pipe\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum reservoir size: \u003cstrong\u003e8 gallons (approx. 30 litres)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum tray depth: \u003cstrong\u003e1.2\" (30mm)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower required: \u003cstrong\u003eNone - gravity fed\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded parts: \u003cstrong\u003eAQUAvalve5, valve cover, spirit level, inline filter, golf filter, grommet\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpandable: \u003cstrong\u003eMultiple kits can be linked from one reservoir\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowers heading away on holiday who need short-to-medium term cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone without a mains socket near their plants for a pump or timer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHouseplant or greenhouse growers wanting simple backup watering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutoPot owners wanting a low-cost way to trial the AQUAvalve system before buying a full kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest suited to short trips through to a few weeks away, depending on reservoir size and plant demand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOur take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a small, simple kit doing a genuinely useful job - keeping plants fed without power or plumbing while you're not there to do it yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorth picking up if you want equipment you can rely on. 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Get the diameter wrong and your valves won't seat properly. Buy it by the metre here and you only pay for what you actually need to finish the job.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is AutoPot's own 6mm internal \/ 9mm external diameter Flexi-pipe, used to carry nutrient solution from a header tank or FlexiTank to individual AQUAvalves via filters, tee-pieces, elbows and cross connectors. It's tough, flexible, and easy to cut to length with a sharp blade or pipe cutter. The blue colouring isn't just cosmetic - it blocks light from reaching the solution inside, which stops algae building up in the pipe over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis 6mm\/9mm size is the pipe used on AutoPot's older systems, fitted before the AQUAvalve5 update in August 2020. If you're running an older AutoPot setup, this is the correct match for your existing fittings; newer AV5 systems use a slightly different 9mm\/7mm pipe, so it's worth checking which valve generation you have before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's no real substitute for AutoPot's own pipe if you want a proper fit on an AutoPot system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneric aquarium or garden hose tubing in a similar diameter will often fit AutoPot fittings, but lacks the UV-blocking blue colour, so algae can build up faster inside clear or lightly tinted pipe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutoPot's newer 9mm (7mm internal) pipe is designed specifically for AQUAvalve5 systems fitted after August 2020 - it isn't a drop-in swap for this legacy 6mm size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuying loose metres here is cheaper and less wasteful than buying a full new fitting kit just to extend or repair one run.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your system takes 6mm (9mm external) pipe, this is the straightforward, correct-fit option - no compatibility guesswork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUsage guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimple to fit once you know your system's valve generation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChecking compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eConfirm whether your AutoPot system was fitted before or after August 2020 - this determines whether you need this 6mm (9mm external) pipe or the newer AV5 9mm pipe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCutting to length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMeasure the run from tank to valve and cut cleanly with a sharp knife or pipe cutter - a clean, square cut helps fittings seal properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePush the pipe firmly into filters, tee-pieces or valve inlets until it seats - no tools or glue required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRouting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKeep runs as short and direct as practical to reduce the chance of kinks, which can restrict flow to the valve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal diameter: \u003cstrong\u003e6mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExternal diameter: \u003cstrong\u003e9mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour: \u003cstrong\u003eBlue (light-blocking, algae-resistant)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSold as: \u003cstrong\u003eCut length, per metre\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with: \u003cstrong\u003ePre-August 2020 AutoPot AQUAvalve systems\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: \u003cstrong\u003eFlexible co-extruded plastic pipe\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExisting AutoPot owners extending a system to more pots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone repairing a damaged or kinked section of pipe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowers who only need a short length rather than a full fitting kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly buy this size if your system pre-dates the AQUAvalve5 upgrade - check your valve before ordering if you're not sure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOur take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot exciting, but exactly right for the job - genuine AutoPot pipe at the diameter your older system actually needs, sold in the length you actually need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne we sell a lot of to AutoPot owners topping up or repairing an existing run. 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Gravity does the work, the AQUAvalve handles the timing, and you get on with life. No faffing, no power bills, no overwatering disasters. One we recommend constantly for growers who want their system to just work.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe AutoPot 47 Litre Header Tank is a \u003cstrong\u003egravity-fed nutrient reservoir\u003c\/strong\u003e designed to supply nutrient solution to your AutoPot growing system without requiring electricity, pumps, mains pressure, or timers. Simply fill it with mixed nutrients, let gravity do the heavy lifting, and your plants water themselves on demand via the AQUAvalve. It'll feed up to 4 AutoPot 1-pot systems — or up to 6 depending on your configuration — making it ideal for small-to-medium setups where you want the system to run hands-off for weeks at a time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis sits in a different world to pump-based reservoirs and DIY storage solutions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs pump-based systems:\u003c\/strong\u003e No electricity, no timers, no moving parts to fail. Just gravity and the smart valve doing the thinking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs DIY storage bins:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purpose-built for hydroponic use, comes with lid and grommet pre-fitted, designed to prevent algae and protect your nutrient solution properly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs Blumat or wick-based alternatives:\u003c\/strong\u003e Works at larger scale, feeds more plants, integrates seamlessly with the full AutoPot ecosystem.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe key difference: AutoPot systems are \u003cstrong\u003ezero waste\u003c\/strong\u003e. Plants use every drop provided. No run-off, no leakage, no water sitting around getting stale. That's genuinely rare in automated irrigation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUsage guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSetting up the header tank is straightforward, but height and positioning matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation basics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nMount the tank a minimum of 150mm (6 inches) off the floor — this gives gravity enough pressure to feed your plants properly. Connect the 6mm flexi-pipe to the grommet at the tank base. The pipe runs down to your AutoPot system where the AQUAvalve sits. When the valve detects plant roots need water, it opens and lets gravity deliver the solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegular maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nTop up the tank when nutrient solution drops to roughly one-third remaining. This keeps the pressure consistent and ensures your plants never run dry. A 9mm golf filter is recommended (sold separately) to keep any sediment out of the system — cheap insurance against a blocked valve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScaling your system\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nOne 47L tank handles 4 to 6 individual pots comfortably. If you're building bigger, you can stack multiple tanks or move to a larger capacity. The modular design is the whole point — start small, expand without replacing everything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMixed nutrients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nUse whatever nutrient schedule suits your plants, but mix and adjust pH before it goes in the tank. Once it's mixed, you're done fertilising for days. 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It's not glamorous, but it's smart design: gravity, a food-grade tank, and the valve does the thinking. No electricity, no timers, no guesswork. Just set it and walk away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're running an AutoPot system or thinking about starting one, this tank is worth picking up. Does exactly what it should, day in, day out, and it'll keep doing it for years. 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No pumps, no power, no timers — just gravity and a clever float valve that knows when to water and when to stop. Works with soil, coco, or hydroponic media. Simple, bulletproof, and it's been proven for over 20 years. One we recommend constantly for growers who want automation that actually makes sense.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe AutoPot 1-Pot System is a \u003cstrong\u003egravity-fed automatic watering system\u003c\/strong\u003e that grows a single plant in a 15-litre pot with zero electricity, zero maintenance headaches, and zero guesswork. At its heart is the AQUAvalve — a clever float valve that opens when the tray needs water and shuts off when it's had enough. The plant wicks nutrients from the shallow reservoir in the bottom of the tray and the valve responds automatically as the plant grows thirstier. That's it. No pumps to fail. No timers to programme. No power cuts to worry about. Just reliable, passive watering that scales from one pot to dozens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis sits at the intersection of simplicity and automation — something most active systems (drip, NFT, DWC) can't touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs Active drip\/pump systems:\u003c\/strong\u003e No electricity, no timers, no pump maintenance. Lower upfront cost and running cost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs Hand watering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sets you free. Water every few days instead of daily. Works while you're away.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs DWC or NFT:\u003c\/strong\u003e Better suited to soil and coco. More forgiving for beginners. Less temperature-sensitive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs Budget DIY solutions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Proven float valve technology. Engineered tray design. Copper root control disc included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe key difference: AutoPot responds to what the plant actually needs, not what a timer says. As your plant grows bigger and drinks more, the valve opens more frequently. As it slows down, so does the system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUsage guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AutoPot 1-Pot System works across different setups and growing media:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGetting started\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nHand-water for the first 10-14 days to establish the root system, then switch the system on. This gets plants off to a quicker start and prevents root rot in young seedlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing media compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nUse any free-draining substrate: soil, coco coir, 50\/50 soil\/coco mix, or hydroponic media. The key is light, fluffy, and absorbent — so the wicking works properly. Clay pebbles or perlite additions improve drainage further.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNutrient solution\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nFill your header tank (sold separately) with any balanced nutrient solution — organic or mineral, it doesn't matter. The system gravity-feeds the solution into the tray, and the plant wicks it up as needed. No EC or pH adjustments required beyond what you'd normally do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater efficiency\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe AQUAvalve fills the tray to exactly 20mm depth, then shuts off. Plants take what they need via wicking. No waste, no runoff — up to 50% water savings compared to hand watering or top-feed systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWet and dry cycle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nPlants experience a natural wet and dry cycle as the tray empties and refills. This is why they thrive — better oxygen availability at roots, stronger growth, and more prolific flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScaling up\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe 1-Pot System is modular. Link multiple pots to a single header tank using the included 4mm flexi-pipe and tee connectors. Each pot has its own AQUAvalve, so they all operate independently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePot capacity: \u003cstrong\u003e15 litres\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePot type: \u003cstrong\u003eSquare plastic pot\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTray dimensions: \u003cstrong\u003ePurpose-made AutoPot tray\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater depth per fill cycle: \u003cstrong\u003e20mm (controlled by AQUAvalve)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFloat valve: \u003cstrong\u003eAQUAvalve 5 (industry-standard)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePipe diameter: \u003cstrong\u003e4mm internal (6mm external)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded fittings: \u003cstrong\u003eFlexi-pipe, tee connectors, end caps\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoot control: \u003cstrong\u003eCopper disc in tray base\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePot protection: \u003cstrong\u003eMarix disc at pot base\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower requirement: \u003cstrong\u003eNone — gravity-fed only\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeader tank: \u003cstrong\u003eSold separately (any height, any size)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedia compatibility: \u003cstrong\u003eSoil, coco, hydroton, perlite, or mixed media\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew growers who want automation without the learning curve of active systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExperienced growers looking to cut workload and water costs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who travels or wants the option to step back from daily watering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowers using soil or coco who find hand watering tedious\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBudget-conscious setups where electricity and pump maintenance aren't worth the hassle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommercial or semi-commercial operations wanting simple, proven, scalable automation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParticularly well-suited to growers who want \u003cstrong\u003estraightforward reliability over technological complexity\u003c\/strong\u003e. Works as well for a single tomato plant as it does for 12 in a tent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOur take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AutoPot 1-Pot is the industry standard for passive hydroponic automation for a reason. It's been proven for 20+ years, trusted by UK commercial growers, and does exactly one job brilliantly: feed plants automatically without fuss. No power cuts to worry about. No pump to service. No timer to reprogram. Just gravity and a valve that pays attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're hand-watering multiple plants or worried about overwatering, this cuts through the complexity and just works. You'll need a header tank (sold separately) to complete the system, but once you're set up, you're looking at mixing nutrients every few days instead of watering daily. That's freedom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood time to grab this while stock lasts. 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No electricity, no apps, no daily faffing—just gravity and a genuinely clever valve that lets your plants drink what they need, when they need it. If you've been put off by the price tag, think of it as an investment that pays back in saved time and water. One we recommend for growers who want to actually step away from their setup.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAutoPot AV5 Grow Kits\u003c\/strong\u003e are modular, gravity-fed hydroponic systems that automate watering without requiring electricity, timers, or pumps. The core innovation is the AQUAvalve5—a passive valve that sits in each growing tray and controls nutrient delivery based on plant demand. Your plants literally pull nutrients up from below, and the valve refills the tray automatically once they've drained it. It's a genuinely elegant solution to the watering problem, and it works at any scale, from a 2-pot hobby setup to commercial 100-pot systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAutoPot AV5 sits in a unique space—it's \u003cstrong\u003eautomation without technology\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. App-controlled smart systems (Gardyn, LetPot):\u003c\/strong\u003e No electricity needed, no subscriptions, far lower upfront cost. Trade-off: no real-time monitoring or remote control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Traditional pump-based hydro (Ebb \u0026amp; Flow, DWC):\u003c\/strong\u003e No timers, no power bills, simpler maintenance. Works for a wider range of growing media including soil and coco.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Self-watering pots:\u003c\/strong\u003e Genuinely scalable. One kit can grow 2, 4, 6, 8 pots or more. No daily top-ups or guesswork.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe key difference? \u003cstrong\u003eYour plants decide when they eat, not a timer.\u003c\/strong\u003e This means less water waste, better nutrient efficiency, and genuinely hands-off operation once it's dialed in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUsage guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInitial setup (hand watering period)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nWhen you first install your kit, hand water for 10-14 days. This lets roots establish properly and the growing medium settle. After that, switch on the AQUAvalve and let the system take over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow the AQUAvalve5 works\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nEach tray fills to roughly 20cm depth with nutrient solution. Plants drink it down over 30-60 minutes. Once empty, the valve refills automatically. The thicker 6mm pipework (9mm external) on AV5 kits means faster flow and virtually zero blockage risk compared to older systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing media selection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nBecause AutoPot feeds from underneath, you need a medium that wicks moisture upward effectively. \u003cstrong\u003eCoco coir is the best performer\u003c\/strong\u003e, but you can also use a 50\/50 blend of perlite or clay pebbles with coco, soil, or rockwool. The key is capillary action—the medium must pull nutrients up to the upper roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNutrient requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nUse mineral-based nutrients only. Organic feeds, thick or gloopy solutions, or anything with sediment will clog the pipes. Flush the system every fortnight to keep everything flowing cleanly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWalking away from your setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis is where AutoPot genuinely shines. Once dialled in, you can leave for days or weeks. No daily checking, no watering schedules, no anxiety. The system just works.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCore mechanism:\u003c\/strong\u003e AQUAvalve5 passive gravity-fed valve system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePipework:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6mm internal (9mm external) food-grade tubing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zero—entirely gravity-powered\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTray fill depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 20cm of nutrient solution per cycle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRefill interval:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30-60 minutes after plants drain (depends on plant size and growth stage)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable configurations (Standard AV5):\u003c\/strong\u003e 2, 4, 6, or 8-pot systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable configurations (XL AV5):\u003c\/strong\u003e 4, 6, 8-pot and larger modular systems up to 100 pots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard pot capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15 litres\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eXL pot capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25 litres\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexiPot variant capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 litres (fabric pots)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible media:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coco coir, soil, rockwool, or 50\/50 blends with perlite\/clay pebbles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNutrient type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mineral-based formulations only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSystem maintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fortnight flush cycles recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBusy home growers who want to step away from daily watering routines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommercial and semi-commercial operators looking for scalable, low-maintenance systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreenhouse and polytunnel growers needing reliable hands-off operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowers in off-grid locations or areas with unreliable power supply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnvironmentally-conscious growers wanting to eliminate water waste and electricity consumption\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who's been put off by smart system subscriptions and app dependency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAutoPot AV5 works brilliantly for hobby growers but scales seamlessly—some commercial operations run 2,000-pot systems on the same core technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOur take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAutoPot AV5 is properly clever kit. The price tag is real, but it's an investment, not an expense. Once it's running, the time you save and the water you don't waste pay for themselves quickly. No electricity, no subscriptions, no daily stress. Just plants that get fed exactly what they need, exactly when they need it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorth picking up if you're serious about scaling up or simply tired of the watering routine. Set it up properly during that initial hand-watering period, dial in your media and nutrients, and you're genuinely set. 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These barbed connectors are the backbone of any clean, leak-free configuration. One we sell a lot of to growers scaling up their systems.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAutoPot 13mm irrigation fittings\u003c\/strong\u003e (16mm external diameter) are high-quality barbed connector components designed to create water-tight joins between flexible pipe and feed lines in hydroponic and drip irrigation systems. They're the missing link between your main feed line and individual dripper modules — engineered to work seamlessly with AutoPot's modular watering architecture, but equally useful for DIY gravity-fed setups. Simple push-fit installation, no clamps required, proper seals that actually hold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis sits at the \u003cstrong\u003eprofessional end of the connector market\u003c\/strong\u003e — precision barbed design rather than generic push-fit alternatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBarbed design grips pipe securely without needing clips (though hose clips recommended for extra peace of mind)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater-tight seals reduce the slow weep and pressure-drop nonsense you get with cheap fittings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModular — swap, extend, and reconfigure without replacing entire lines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible across the full AutoPot range (AQUAvalve5 systems and earlier versions)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignificantly better seal integrity than generic irrigation fittings at the same price point\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUsage guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAutoPot 13mm fittings work in a hierarchy system — 16mm main pipe branches down through reducer fittings to smaller gauge lines feeding individual modules or drippers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExpanding an existing AutoPot system\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIf you're running a six-pot XL system or larger (where 16mm flexi pipe is standard), these fittings let you add new modules, reconfigure layouts, or extend feed lines cleanly. Just identify which reducer you need (4mm or 6mm outlet) and push the smaller pipe onto the barbed end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilding a DIY drip setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nRun 13mm flexi pipe from your reservoir or water tank. Use tee connectors to branch 4mm or 6mm lines off to individual pots or drippers. The barbed ends do the holding — the 13mm pipe (16mm external) simply pushes over the barb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation tip\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIf the pipe is stiff, soften it briefly in hot water and it'll slide onto the barbs easily. Use hose clips around the join if you want belt-and-braces security — professional move, no downside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitting types in the range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nStraight connectors join two pipes end-to-end. Tee connectors (with 4mm or 6mm outlets) branch smaller lines off the main 13mm run. Cross connectors (with dual 4mm or 6mm outlets) split into two branches. Inline filters sit inside the 13mm line itself, catching debris before it clogs drippers. Elbows change direction. End stops seal off pipe ends. Grommets allow neat entry through container walls or tank lids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMain pipe diameter: \u003cstrong\u003e13mm internal, 16mm external\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnection type: \u003cstrong\u003eBarbed insert (push-fit, no tools required)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeal design: \u003cstrong\u003eBarbed profile grips pipe securely; water-tight when correctly installed\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutlet options (tee\/cross variants): \u003cstrong\u003e4mm or 6mm diameter outlets available\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: \u003cstrong\u003eDurable plastic construction rated for gravity-fed and low-pressure systems\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePressure rating: \u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for gravity-fed systems (no pump pressure required)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatibility: \u003cstrong\u003eAutoPot AQUAvalve5 systems and earlier versions; universal fit for standard 13mm (16mm external) flexible irrigation pipe\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstallation: \u003cstrong\u003ePush-fit onto barbed end; optional hose clips recommended for security\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutoPot system owners scaling up from a single-pot module to multi-module setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowers replacing damaged or leaking fittings in existing gravity-fed systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDIY growers building custom drip irrigation layouts without commercial irrigation kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone running six or more pots where 16mm main lines make sense\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBudget-conscious growers who don't want to buy a whole new system just to add capacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParticularly valuable if you value simplicity over complexity — no pumps, no timers, no mains pressure. Just gravity and the right fittings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOur take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are proper irrigation connectors that do exactly what they should. No leaks, no pressure drops, no bodge-job fixes six weeks down the line. They're the foundation of any clean AutoPot expansion or DIY gravity-fed setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're building a system bigger than a single pot, or you've got an existing setup and fittings are wearing out, worth picking up while stock lasts. 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Dead simple to cut to length, pushes on cleanly, and the black colour does exactly what it should. If you're running AutoPots and need to extend or replace pipe, this is the one.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAutoPot 4mm flexi-pipe is the gravity-feed irrigation tubing designed specifically for AutoPot systems. Sold by the metre, you cut it to length and push it directly onto AutoPot's barbed connectors — no kits, no complications, no guessing. The 4mm internal diameter (6mm external) sits perfectly with AutoPot's AQUAvalve and tray setup, whilst the black lightproof construction prevents algae growth inside the lines, which matters when you're running a passive system that relies on staying clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt's tough, flexible, and easy to work with. 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Compatibility is guaranteed, fitting is tight, and you're not paying for a kit when you only need tubing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUsage guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMeasure the distance from your Header Tank to each pot or group of pots. Push the flexi-pipe firmly onto the barbed connector ends — they'll sit tight and create a water-tight seal. Cut to length with a sharp knife or scissors. No glue, no fittings needed beyond what AutoPot provides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSystem expansion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOne of the smartest things about AutoPot is the flexibility to add pots incrementally. Buy tubing in lengths that suit your current setup, then add more metres as you expand. 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After years of customer feedback, AutoPot refined this into the best collapsible tank on the market. Once you've used one, there's no going back.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe FlexiTank Pro is a \u003cstrong\u003e25-gallon capacity collapsible hydroponic reservoir\u003c\/strong\u003e built to solve two problems at once: space and temperature. It features a white reflective outer skin that prevents nutrient solution from overheating—critical when summer temperatures push above 21°C and dissolved oxygen levels start to drop. That's when root disease takes hold. The Pro version redesigns the original with thicker walls, a reinforced base, and a rigid anti-tip framework that folds completely flat when you're done with it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes this different from a basic collapsible tank is the engineering. Three inlet\/outlet grommets give you full compatibility with AutoPot systems, IWS setups, and pretty much any other hydroponic configuration. Internal capacity markings, a front tap, and straightforward assembly (no tools needed) mean you're up and running in minutes, not hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FlexiTank Pro sits firmly in the \u003cstrong\u003epremium collapsible reservoir\u003c\/strong\u003e segment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThicker material and reinforced construction vs. standard collapsible tanks—noticeably more durable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReflective white skin provides genuine temperature control; budget collapsibles don't address this\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFolds flat for storage or transport; hard plastic tanks take up permanent space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultiple inlet\/outlet points for system flexibility; many cheaper alternatives have limited connection options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6-month manufacturer guarantee on build quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompared to premium hard tanks like the Alien GardenTank, the FlexiTank Pro costs less, takes up a fraction of the space, and still delivers on temperature control. You're not paying for aluminium frames you don't need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUsage guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssembly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePush the frame poles together—the first few can feel tight, but that's what keeps the tank rigid. No tools required. Takes roughly 10 minutes. Slot the reflective outer skin over the framework and you're ready to connect pipework.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSystem integration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse the three grommeted inlet\/outlet points to connect to your AutoPot system, IWS setup, or drip irrigation. The front tap lets you drain or sample without breaking connections. Fill via the top and monitor levels using the internal markings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature management\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePosition the tank away from direct light sources where possible. The reflective skin does the heavy lifting, but in high summer, consider running a chiller or locating the tank in a cooler room section. Keep nutrient solution between 16-21°C to maintain oxygen saturation and prevent root issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen not in use, empty, rinse, and collapse the tank flat. It packs down small enough to fit through a loft hatch or into a cupboard—a genuine advantage for growers with limited permanent space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25 gallons (approximately 100 litres)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (assembled):\u003c\/strong\u003e 48.5cm diameter × 70cm height\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-quality anti-rip PVC with white reflective outer skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFramework:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ultra-strong, anti-tip, fully collapsible rigid structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnection points:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 × front tap + 3 × inlet\/outlet grommets for flexible pipework\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterior markings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Capacity scale for easy level monitoring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAssembly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tool-free, approximately 10 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e AutoPot systems, IWS (Intelligent Watering Systems), standard hydroponic drip setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e White reflective exterior with black interior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGuarantee:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6-month manufacturer cover (manufacturing defects only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowers with attic or loft growing spaces where solid tanks won't fit through the hatch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutoPot system users who need a compatible, space-efficient reservoir\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHome growers with limited permanent storage or setup space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone running hydroponic systems where summer nutrient temperature creep is a real concern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowers moving between locations or renting spaces where portability matters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBudget-conscious growers who want premium features without premium hard-tank costs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOur take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FlexiTank Pro is proper engineering wrapped up in something that folds flat. It solves real problems—space, temperature, flexibility—that budget tanks simply ignore. The reflective skin isn't marketing fluff; it's designed to keep your nutrient solution at the sweet spot where plants thrive and root disease stays away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're running AutoPot or any hydroponic system in a confined space, or you're concerned about keeping water temperatures stable through the warmer months, this is worth picking up. 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Precision-engineered, dead reliable, and the exact bits you need when feed lines wear out or you're scaling up. One we recommend to anyone serious about bottom-feed automation.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAutoPot 4mm (6mm External) Irrigation Fittings are \u003cstrong\u003ebarbed push-fit connectors\u003c\/strong\u003e engineered to work seamlessly within the AutoPot gravity-fed irrigation ecosystem. This kit gives you the core connective components to expand existing systems, repair worn feed lines, or build custom drip networks without leaks or pressure loss. Whether you're adding more pots to an existing setup or replacing fittings that have taken a battering over multiple grow cycles, these do the job cleanly and reliably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAutoPot fittings sit at a \u003cstrong\u003epremium tier within small-bore irrigation components\u003c\/strong\u003e, but here's why they're worth it:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision-engineered barbed design — no leaks, no fiddling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully integrated with the AutoPot system ecosystem — parts fit properly, work together\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProven track record in gravity-fed systems that run for weeks unattended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneric barbed connectors are cheaper, but mismatches cause slow leaks and pressure drops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutoPot fittings solve the compatibility problem once and for all\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn short: you're paying for precision and peace of mind, not just plastic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUsage guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExpanding an existing AutoPot system\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nUse the cross connectors and tee pieces to branch feed lines to additional pots. The inline tap gives you flow control if you need to isolate sections for maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReplacing worn or damaged fittings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nFeed lines accumulate debris over time and benefit from replacement every other growing cycle. This kit gives you the replacement components without needing to rebuild the whole system. Soften the flexi-pipe in hot water for a few seconds before pushing onto barbed ends — it slides on much easier and creates a secure seal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilding custom irrigation networks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nUse the end stops to seal off dead ends, the 13mm to 4mm adapter to connect to larger header tank pipework, and the outlet connector to integrate with standard nutrient lines. The 4mm golf filter keeps debris out of your system, preventing blockages before they start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSystem performance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAutoPot systems reduce water and nutrient consumption by up to 50% compared to manual watering, whilst the AquaValve maintains consistent moisture levels — but only if your fittings don't leak. Quality connections are what make that efficiency real.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePipe size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4mm internal diameter (6mm external diameter)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFitting type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Barbed push-fit connectors (black precision-engineered polymer)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKit contents:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 x 4mm outlet to male click-fit hose connector, 1 x 4mm inline tap (flow control), 1 x 4mm cross connector, 1 x 4mm flexi-pipe end stop, 1 x 4mm tee piece, 1 x 4mm barbed straight connector, 1 x 4mm top hat grommet, 1 x 13mm to 4mm click fit connector, 1 x 13mm quick clip hose connector to 6mm outlet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnection method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Push-fit onto barbed ends — no clips or tools required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e AutoPot 4mm flexi-pipe systems, gravity-fed hydroponic and soil-based bottom-feed setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFiltration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4mm golf filter prevents debris blockages in the system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutoPot users expanding from 4-pot to 8-pot systems or larger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowers replacing worn feed lines and damaged fittings mid-cycle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone building a custom gravity-fed irrigation network for multiple containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHydroponic and soil-based bottom-feed growers who value automation and reliability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsers who've experienced leaks or pressure drops with mismatched generic connectors and want the precision-fit solution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParticularly well-suited to setups where \u003cstrong\u003ehands-off automation matters\u003c\/strong\u003e — if your system needs to run for weeks unattended without leaking or dropping pressure, these fittings earn their place in the kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOur take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are proper precision fittings, not budget connectors. They integrate cleanly with AutoPot systems, they seal without fiddling, and they last through multiple growing cycles before needing replacement. If you've got an AutoPot setup running already and it's leaking, or you're expanding it, this is the logical next step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood time to buy while stock lasts. Does exactly what it should — connects without drama, holds pressure, doesn't leak. 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It's been trusted by commercial growers running 2,000-pot systems and prize-winning hobbyists alike because it actually works. No electricity, no guesswork, no runoff waste. The AQUAvalve technology is genuinely clever, and once it's dialled in, it just gets on with the job. One we recommend a lot for growers who want to remove the watering variable entirely.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAutoPot Pots are a passive, gravity-fed watering system that automates plant feeding without electricity, pumps, mains pressure, or timers. Water flows from a simple reservoir to individual pots via the patented AQUAvalve, which opens and closes based on plant demand—not a schedule. This means each plant feeds itself consistently, eliminating overwatering, underwatering, and runoff in one move. Whether you're running a single pot or scaling to dozens, AutoPot handles it without complication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow the system works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe genius is in the simplicity. Water sits in a reservoir and flows into trays beneath your pots. As plants drink and the water level drops, the AQUAvalve opens automatically to refill. When the plant has had enough, the valve closes. No electricity. No timer. No thinking required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGravity-powered — just needs a raised reservoir\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBottom feeding — water wicks up through your growing medium as plants need it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndependent per pot — each plant gets what it needs, regardless of neighbours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks with soil, coco, clay pellets, or any inert medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with organic and synthetic nutrients alike\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAutoPot stands apart from other passive and active systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Blumat systems:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blumats are water-only focused; AutoPot handles full nutrient delivery with precision\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Drip irrigation:\u003c\/strong\u003e No electricity, no pumps, no maintenance cycles — just gravity and one valve per pot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Hand watering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Set once, walk away. Consistent wet\/dry cycles without daily guesswork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003evs. Budget fabric pot bases:\u003c\/strong\u003e AutoPot scales reliably from 1 pot to 100+ and outlasts cheaper alternatives by years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe trade-off is simple: you get passive reliability and water efficiency that rivals expensive automated systems, without the power bill or complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUsage guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInitial setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTakes about 20 minutes. Pots sit over trays, trays connect to a single reservoir via simple tubing. Fill with water and nutrients once, mix to your preferred strength, and the system handles the rest. No timers to programme, no sensors to calibrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate choice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWorks brilliantly with coco coir (ideally mixed 40% clay pellets, 60% coco for optimal air flow), or pure coco with perlite. Soil works equally well. The key is choosing something that wicks moisture upward reliably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNutrient management\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMix and pH your nutrients once when filling the reservoir. Since there's no recirculation, you don't need to monitor EC or pH constantly after that initial dial-in. Water efficiency means less frequent top-ups, so nutrient strength stays stable longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScaling up\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStart with 1, 2, or 4 pots. All systems connect to the same reservoir, so adding more pots later is just a case of linking in new valves and tubing. One grower can easily go from a 2-pot desk setup to a 100-pot commercial system using the same basic principle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon optimisations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNewer generation AutoPot systems (5th gen) use larger tubing and valves to prevent salt buildup with concentrated nutrient feeds. Some growers add an air stone to their reservoir to keep oxygen levels up, particularly if running warmer environments. Both are optional improvements, not essentials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePot sizes available:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.2 gallon (10 litre) and 3.9 gallon (15 litre) capacities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSystem configurations:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1-Pot, 2-Pot, 4-Pot, 8-Pot modules, plus commercial systems up to 100 pots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eValve type:\u003c\/strong\u003e AQUAvalve5 — gravity-fed, no power required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReservoir options:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12.4 gallon standard tank (handles up to 8 pots), or modular FlexiTank in various sizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bottom feed via capillary action through growing medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater efficiency:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can reduce water and nutrient usage by up to 50% compared to hand watering or standard drip systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soil, coco coir, clay pellets, or mixed substrates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNutrient compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic, synthetic, amendments, and top dresses all work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePot colours:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black or white options available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSetup time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 20 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; yield\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCommercial growers report consistent yield improvements when switching to AutoPot systems. 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