AutoPot Spares — Replacement Parts & Accessories for Gravity-Fed Systems
Best for: AutoPot system owners looking to maintain, repair, or expand their gravity-fed watering setups
Our thoughts
If 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.
AutoPot 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.
How it compares
AutoPot spares sit at the heart of maintaining a gravity-fed system. Here's where they fit:
- Genuine parts designed specifically for AutoPot's bottom-feed system — not generic universal spares
- Lower cost than replacing entire system components or trays
- Consumable items (root control discs especially) that should be replaced regularly to prevent disease carryover
- Available as individual parts or bundled kits depending on your needs
Unlike 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.
Usage guidance
AutoPot spares cover different maintenance and expansion needs:
Filter discs and root control
The 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.
Tubing and connectors
Main 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.
Valve internals and gaskets
The 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.
System expansion
Adding 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.
Root management accessories
PotSocks are designed to contain aggressive root systems within the pot, keeping them away from your Smart Valve outlet. Particularly useful for longer-cycle grows or plants with vigorous root development.
Technical specifications
- Spare parts range includes: Matrix Discs, Root Control Discs, Aquavalve5 internals, flow control valve components
- Tubing sizes: 6mm, 9mm (external), and 16mm
- Connectors: Barbed elbows and straight connectors in matching tubing diameters
- Filter material: Copper-based root control discs
- Compatible systems: AQUAvalve5 (9mm feed) and legacy AutoPot systems (6mm feed)
- Pot sizes: Designed for standard 15-litre AutoPot tray and pot configurations
Who this is for
- AutoPot system owners looking to maintain their setup long-term without replacing entire components
- Growers running multiple pots who want to prevent downtime and plant loss from clogged valves or blockages
- Experienced growers expanding their systems incrementally with additional pots and trays
- Anyone running aggressive-rooting plant varieties and wanting to protect their valve system
- Growers who travel or work away and rely on AutoPot's automated, gravity-fed reliability
Particularly well-suited to growers who've already invested in an AutoPot system and want to maximise its lifespan and performance without expensive replacements.
Our take
AutoPot systems are built to last, but like any automated watering setup, spares are part of the deal. Root control discs especially should be swapped per cycle — it's cheap prevention against disease carryover. Keep tubing, connectors, and valve internals in stock and you'll never get caught out mid-grow.
If you're running an AutoPot system and haven't got spares on the shelf, good time to grab them while stock lasts. They're not expensive, they do exactly what they should, and they'll save you headaches down the line.
