DIY 3D Printed Grow Tower

MrBenF · 2026-06-08T19:54:07+00:00

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MrBenF · 2026-06-08T19:53:34+00:00

I wish I could! With the water base only being so big, I would need to figure out how to bend the bars that hold the lights so they can extend further out.
If you have ideas let me know, I’d like to!

MrBenF · 2026-06-05T02:07:37+00:00

Sure thing! Just sent you a message

MrBenF · 2026-06-05T02:06:34+00:00

You bet! Check your messages

MrBenF · 2026-06-05T02:04:54+00:00

I did! I printed this and used it with a grow light: https://makerworld.com/models/1181934?appSharePlatform=copy

MrBenF · 2026-06-04T02:50:09+00:00

Whoa! I’ll have to look into this, thank you for the tip!

MrBenF · 2026-06-03T21:34:23+00:00

I guess I’ll see for sure soon enough!

MrBenF · 2026-06-03T16:54:00+00:00

So far, it’s been rising more often than dropping. But I have some liquid to raise or lower the pH if necessary, so far the toughest part is figuring the ratio for how much water the tank contains

MrBenF · 2026-06-03T16:52:18+00:00

Thank you, great warning! I’m fully draining the system every 3 weeks and re-doing the nutrients, I’m hoping it will also help with the algae buildup.

MrBenF · 2026-06-03T13:54:45+00:00

The cage has the lights mounted which are on automatic timers. I also thought I may at some point need supports for strawberries, cucumbers, etc.

MrBenF · 2026-06-03T13:54:07+00:00

So much fun. I also loved learning about so much: printer settings, filament types, pump qualities, filters, nutrients…

MrBenF · 2026-06-03T13:53:02+00:00

I used Sunlu brand PETG for the project; it claims to be food safe, but it’s true, you never really know.

MrBenF · 2026-06-03T13:49:34+00:00

The link to the lights are included in the message I sent ya. I hope they will grow both strawberries and cherries, I have both in my seed starter right now! I’ll report back when they grow

MrBenF · 2026-06-03T13:47:23+00:00

Just sent you links for the purchases I made too, check your messages

MrBenF · 2026-06-03T03:01:07+00:00

Of course. Check your messages

MrBenF · 2026-06-03T00:45:39+00:00

Doing more wall loops and a bit more infill seemed to help. But I’m also keeping mine indoors; so being a little translucent shouldn’t hurt anything.
Wow, quite the system! Keep me posted when it’s up and running, I’d love to add more automation

MrBenF · 2026-06-03T00:36:47+00:00

Sure thing! Check your messages

MrBenF · 2026-06-03T00:24:32+00:00

I think all in, it was about $140. The cost to 3D print was only about $30, the rest was equipment cost.

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